Larry James

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Chief Marketing Officer @ Rapid River Technologies
Big Rapids, MI, US
Larry James's Location
Big Rapids, Michigan, United States, United States
About Larry James

Driven Digital Marketing Specialist with an extensive background in creating high-converting marketing funnels across platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, and Google. Leveraging my deep expertise from James Creative Content, LLC, I craft bespoke marketing strategies, seamlessly integrating them with SEO-optimized Wix websites. My career is enriched with a solid foundation from my time in the U.S. Army, mastering discipline, leadership, and perseverance. I'm on the lookout for a collaborative team within a dynamic marketing & advertising agency, where my skills can bring value and drive growth.

Larry James's Current Company Details
Rapid River Technologies

Rapid River Technologies

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Chief Marketing Officer
Big Rapids, MI, US
Website:
rapidriver.tech
Employees:
4
Larry James Work Experience Details
  • Rapid River Technologies
    Chief Marketing Officer
    Rapid River Technologies
    Big Rapids, Mi, Us
  • James Creative Content Llc
    Digital Marketing Manager
    James Creative Content Llc Sep 2019 - Present
    Big Rapids, Michigan, Us
    As the visionary behind James Creative Content, I spearhead innovative digital marketing campaigns tailored to diverse industries. Drawing on my experiences with highly valued clients like Chad Malley Well Drilling, Pinnacle Roofing Consultants, and AgXactly, I've honed a skill set that marries creativity with strategic prowess:Holistic Social Media Mastery: Develop and execute transformative social media strategies across platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, and Google Business. Through precise content curation, I elevate brand narratives, fostering community and driving optimal engagement.ROI-Driven Marketing Funnels: Design and roll out bespoke marketing funnels, capturing and converting leads to fuel business growth.SEO & Local SEO Leadership: Implement SEO strategies with a laser focus on local markets. By ensuring content is both compelling and SEO-friendly, I've consistently elevated brand visibility, driving increased organic traffic and conversions.Content Creation Par Excellence: Produce content that resonates, positioning brands as industry thought leaders. Whether it's for B2B or B2C audiences, my content is a fusion of insight and appeal.Drone Videography Innovation: Integrate cutting-edge aerial drone footage, offering a fresh vantage point to marketing endeavors, underscoring a commitment to quality and ingenuity.Key Achievements:Boosted brand presence across clients, with metrics such as a 125% increase in Facebook followers within a short span.Pioneered advertising campaigns yielding a 10% uptick in website traffic.Advanced SEO initiatives that bolstered search engine rankings, driving a notable 15% increase in web traffic.
  • James Creative Content Llc
    Social Media Marketing Specialist
    James Creative Content Llc Sep 2019 - Jan 2021
    Big Rapids, Michigan, Us
    At James Creative Content, I've spearheaded tailored digital marketing campaigns for diverse sectors, leveraging experience with a prominent client like LR Contracting Inc. My expertise includes:Social Media Strategy: Craft and roll out dynamic strategies across platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Google Business, amplifying brand stories and enhancing community engagement.Marketing Funnels: Design custom funnels to capture and convert leads, driving business expansion.SEO & Local Focus: Execute SEO campaigns prioritizing local markets, boosting brand visibility and driving traffic and conversions.Content Creation: Deliver content that positions brands as industry forerunners for both B2B and B2C segments.Drone Videography: Integrate aerial footage, adding a unique dimension to marketing campaigns and emphasizing innovation.Achievements:Elevated client brand presence, including a 125% boost in Facebook followers.Led campaigns resulting in a 10% surge in website visits.Championed SEO efforts, achieving a 15% growth in web traffic.
  • Chad Malley Well Drilling
    Social Media Manager
    Chad Malley Well Drilling Apr 2023 - Jul 2024
    Manage and develop social media strategies across all platforms, including Facebook, Google Business, and LinkedIn.β€’ Create and curate engaging content to increase brand awareness and drive traffic to the company website & social profiles.β€’ Monitor social media accounts, track metrics, and analyze data to measure performance and make data-driven decisions.β€’ Collaborate with internal teams to ensure social media efforts align with overall marketing and business goals.β€’ Utilize SEO best practices to optimize social media content for search engines and improve organic reach.β€’ Engage with followers and respond to customer inquiries and comments promptly and professionally.β€’ Manage social media advertising campaigns to promote company products and services.β€’ Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices and make recommendations for continuous improvement.Achievements:β€’ Increased Facebook followers by 125% within the first 3 months of employment.β€’ Developed and executed a successful social media advertising campaign that resulted in a 10% increase in website traffic.β€’ Implemented SEO strategies that improved the company's search engine rankings and increased website traffic by 15%.
  • Pinnacle Roofing Consultants
    Social Media Manager
    Pinnacle Roofing Consultants Aug 2022 - Jul 2024
    Moline, Illinois, Us
    In my role at Pinnacle Roofing Consultants, a renowned roofing consultancy firm in Moline, IL, I leverage a comprehensive suite of digital marketing strategies tailored to the unique needs of the roofing industry. My specialties include:Customized Marketing Funnels: Designed and executed tailored marketing funnels across platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Google, driving increased leads and conversions for the business.Wix Website Management: Continuously optimized and managed the company website, ensuring it's not only visually appealing but also SEO-friendly, which has resulted in a steady rise in organic traffic and lead generation.SEO & Local SEO: Implemented strategic SEO campaigns focused on local clientele, leading to Pinnacle Roofing Consultants becoming a go-to name in the Moline, IL area for roofing consultancy.Content Creation: Produced engaging and informative content that resonates with both B2B and B2C audiences, establishing Pinnacle Roofing Consultants as an authoritative voice in the roofing industry.Drone Footage: Integrated aerial drone footage into marketing campaigns, providing a unique perspective of roofing projects and highlighting the company's commitment to innovation and quality.
  • Agxactly
    Drone Pilot
    Agxactly Sep 2022 - Oct 2023
    Marina, California, Us
    At AgXactly, a pioneering agricultural solution provider, I play an instrumental role in harnessing drone technology to elevate the precision and effectiveness of farm operations:🌱 Precision Mapping: Successfully executed 8 out of 12 drone flights, generating highly accurate 3D Maps and Orthomosaic maps that serve as invaluable assets for comprehensive field analysis.🌱 Mission Planning Expertise: Leveraged Drone Deploy to craft strategic mission plans tailored to each unique grow operation, ensuring optimal coverage and data capture.🌱 State-of-the-Art Equipment: Operated the Mavic 2 Pro, known for its advanced imaging capabilities, ensuring the highest quality visuals and insights for our clients.🌱 Collaborative Approach: Worked closely with the AgXactly team and local growers, translating aerial data into actionable strategies that enhance productivity and optimize resource allocation.🌱 Pushing Boundaries: Continuously exploring advancements in drone technology to push the envelope in agricultural insights, aiming to revolutionize the future of farming in Northern Michigan.
  • The Talent Key, Llc
    Talent Partner/ Marketing Lead
    The Talent Key, Llc Feb 2023 - Jul 2023
    Laguna Niguel, California, Us
    At The Talent Key, I pioneered innovative talent acquisition strategies to bridge the gap between dynamic businesses and top-tier professionals. Leveraging my expertise in digital marketing and SEO, I achieved the following:πŸ”‘ Strategic Partnerships: Collaborated with C-level executives to align recruitment with business goals, ensuring talent pipelines were robust and future-ready.πŸ”‘ Digital Outreach: Spearheaded comprehensive digital campaigns, reaching passive candidates on platforms where they engaged the most. Optimized content for LinkedIn, Google, and niche job platforms.πŸ”‘ Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilized advanced analytics to evaluate talent markets, refined sourcing strategies, and ensured a consistent ROI on recruitment efforts.πŸ”‘ Brand Stewardship: Elevated The Talent Key brand, emphasizing our commitment to quality, integrity, and tailored talent solutions. Engaged our audience with a mix of storytelling and value-driven content.πŸ”‘ Continuous Learning: Stayed updated with the latest in HR tech, ensuring our strategies were ahead of the curve, and our solutions remained innovative and efficient.🎯 Targeting: Dedicatedly supported companies in specific industries or sectors, ensuring they had the talent to drive innovation, growth, and industry leadership.Your professional growth was my priority. Let's connect and discuss the potential of strategic talent partnerships. #TalentKeySuccess
  • Rj'S Roofing Services
    Digital Marketing Manager
    Rj'S Roofing Services Nov 2022 - Jul 2023
    At RJ's Roofing Services, my mission was to pivot the brand's digital strategy towards amplifying our commercial storm restoration services. Here's how I steered the course:πŸ”¨ Digital Revamp: Spearheaded the digital transformation by establishing and optimizing our online presence across major platforms - Facebook, LinkedIn, and Google My Business.πŸ”¨ Precision Targeting: Zoned in on the specific needs of commercial entities affected by storms, tailoring our campaigns to resonate with their urgent restoration needs.πŸ”¨ Web Mastery: Designed, updated, and managed the company website, ensuring a seamless user experience and making it a primary touchpoint for potential commercial clients.πŸ”¨ SEO & Local SEO: Optimized the site's content for local searches, emphasizing our expertise in commercial storm restoration, which led to a boost in organic traffic and higher lead conversions.πŸ”¨ Engagement & Conversion: Strategically crafted content and campaigns to engage the target audience, resulting in increased inquiries and business opportunities from commercial entities.By integrating modern digital tools with traditional roofing know-how, I successfully positioned RJ's Roofing Services as the go-to solution for commercial storm restoration in the Phoenix area.
  • Lr Contracting Inc.
    Digital Marketing Specialist
    Lr Contracting Inc. Feb 2021 - Feb 2023
    πŸ“ Local SEO Maven: Executed multi-location optimization for four Google My Business (GMB) listings, amplifying our local digital footprint in key areas around Denver.πŸ” Organic Visibility: Boosted organic website visits to over 100 monthly, a testament to our strategic SEO efforts and captivating content tailored for the Denver community.πŸ“Š Analytics & Strategy: Leveraged real-time analytics to refine marketing tactics, ensuring consistent local engagement and a surge in quality roofing inquiries.πŸ”— Community Engagement: Fostered partnerships with local Denver businesses and influencers, elevating LR Contracting's brand recognition and trust within the community.πŸ“Œ Content Tailoring: Crafted content resonating with Denver homeowners, emphasizing LR Contracting's roofing expertise, local roots, and commitment to quality.
  • Lr Contracting Inc.
    Digital Marketing Manager
    Lr Contracting Inc. Apr 2021 - Nov 2022
    πŸ“ GMB Leadership: Successfully managed and optimized four distinct Google My Business locations, fortifying our local presence and driving tangible results for each.πŸ“ˆ Growth-Centric: Spearheaded initiatives that consistently increased organic website traffic, with over 100 monthly visits as a testament to our localized digital prowess.🀝 Team Coordination: Collaborated with a cross-functional team to ensure our marketing endeavors resonated authentically with Denver's roofing needs and preferences.πŸ’‘ Innovation: Introduced fresh digital tools and platforms, keeping LR Contracting ahead of Denver's ever-evolving digital roofing marketplace.🌐 Local Networking: Built valuable relationships with Denver-based organizations and forums, augmenting our community engagement and brand visibility.
  • United States Army Reserve
    Staff Sergeant & Psyop Team Leader (37F)
    United States Army Reserve Jun 2013 - Nov 2022
    Fort Liberty, Nc, Us
    During my service with the 346th Psyop Co (A), I embraced leadership, strategic communication, and product development, all while upholding the airborne tradition. Here's a snapshot of my contributions:πŸͺ‚ Airborne Operations: Spearheaded the company's airborne operation program, fostering discipline, precision, and teamwork amongst airborne soldiers.πŸ’‘ Product Development Detachment (PDD): Thrived in the PDD, drawing parallels between military psyops and marketing. Led the design and deployment of products targeting specific audience pain points, needs, and aspirations.🌐 Strategic Leadership: As a senior rated jumpmaster and team leader, I ensured operational excellence, guided mission strategies, and fostered a culture of continuous learning and growth.πŸ₯ˆ Top Performance: Demonstrated commitment and expertise by ranking #2 in my reclass, reflecting my dedication to mastering the nuances of psychological operations.πŸ“š Advanced Training: Successfully completed the Battle Staff NCO Course, adding depth to my operational knowledge and strategic capabilities.🌍 International Collaboration: Represented the unit in Germany during the Joint Multi-Readiness Center (JMRC) rotation, collaborating with international forces and enhancing mutual understanding.My journey with the 346th instilled in me the values of leadership, adaptability, and a results-driven approach. Let's connect to explore synergies and discuss how my unique blend of military and marketing insights can benefit your endeavors.
  • Alpha Commercial Construction & Solar
    Digital Marketing Manager
    Alpha Commercial Construction & Solar Feb 2022 - Oct 2022
    At Alpha Commercial Construction & Solar, my primary objective was to transform our digital landscape, pivoting our focus to attract more commercial roofing leads. Here's how I delivered:πŸ”¨ Niche Targeting: Identified and honed in on the specific needs and pain points of commercial businesses, ensuring our messaging and campaigns were directly aligned with their concerns and aspirations.πŸ”¨ Content Strategy: Developed and launched content campaigns tailored for commercial audiences, emphasizing the durability, efficiency, and long-term ROI of our roofing solutions. This included a social media marketing plan from scratch for Facebook & LinkedIn, further establishing brand presence.πŸ”¨ SEO Mastery: Confirmed and optimized Alpha's Google My Business profile for increased local visibility. Additionally, I optimized our website for local searches with a keen focus on commercial roofing needs, leading to significant growth in organic website visits and lead conversions.πŸ”¨ Cross-Channel Synergy: Leveraged a mix of organic and paid strategies across platforms, ensuring consistent messaging and a seamless customer journey, resulting in higher engagement and conversion rates.πŸ”¨ Analytics & Adaptation: Continuously monitored performance metrics to adjust strategies in real-time, ensuring the highest level of efficiency and responsiveness to market shifts.With a commitment to excellence and a results-driven approach, I bolstered Alpha's position in the commercial roofing sector, setting the foundation for long-term growth and scalability.
  • U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
    Records Manager (Student Work-Study)
    U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs Oct 2013 - Apr 2017
    Washington, Dc, Us
    During my tenure as a VA Student Work Study, I played a pivotal role in bolstering the support framework for our valued veteran students and their dependents. Here's a glance at my contributions:πŸŽ– Veteran Advocacy: Served as a reliable touchpoint for veteran students, guiding them through veteran benefits, university activities, FAFSA, and other pertinent queries to ensure a smooth academic journey.πŸŽ– Community Liaison: Actively participated in community and on-campus events, championing outreach and building strong connections between the veteran community and Grand Valley.πŸŽ– Data Stewardship: Spearheaded data collection, tracking, and basic analysis, consistently delivering insightful reports that informed university strategies and improved student services.πŸŽ– Digital Prowess: Contributed to the development of the veteran website, ensuring an intuitive user experience and up-to-date information.πŸŽ– Operational Efficiency: Streamlined office operations, from daily front desk responsibilities to ensuring the safety and confidentiality of information in line with federal, state, and university standards.πŸŽ– Collaboration & Training: Fostered positive relations with various student support departments and ensured consistent knowledge updates by attending necessary training sessions, reinforcing the support framework for Certifying Officials, Counselors, and our Student Veterans.I'm proud to have been part of a team that made a tangible difference in the lives of our veteran students, ensuring they had the resources, guidance, and support needed during their academic pursuits.
  • Us Army
    Small Uas Master Trainer
    Us Army Sep 2004 - Jun 2013
    Arlington, Virginia, Us
    At the U.S. Army, I took the lead in pioneering and elevating our drone training programs, ensuring our soldiers were equipped with the best in UAS deployment techniques:πŸ›© Training Excellence: Imparted knowledge to 200+ soldiers, boasting a 98% mission success rate, underscoring the efficacy and relevance of the training modules.πŸ›© Content Creation: Crafted comprehensive training manuals and curriculums, becoming the primary point of reference for UAS technology within the unit.πŸ›© Safety Champion: Enforced stringent safety and operational protocols, proud to achieve a record of zero accidents throughout my tenure.🎯 Focus: Dedicated to harnessing the power of technology for defense, ensuring our soldiers had the cutting-edge knowledge to execute missions with precision and safety.Eager to connect with fellow professionals in the defense and tech sectors. Let's drive the future of military tech together. #UASMasterTraining #SafetyFirst

Larry James Education Details

  • Grand Valley State University
    Grand Valley State University
    Advertising & Public Relations
  • Ferris State University
    Ferris State University
    Graphic Design
  • Grand Valley State University
    Grand Valley State University
    Communications

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Larry James works for Rapid River Technologies

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Larry James's current role is Chief Marketing Officer.

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Larry James attended Grand Valley State University, Ferris State University, Grand Valley State University.

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