M. Austin James Email & Phone Number

TL;DR: I like building brands that build better lives for their users. (FULL STORY BELOW ⤵⤵⤵)***As an accomplished marketing leader with over two decades of progressive experience in high-tech consumer brands, I am deeply passionate about fostering the growth and adoption of emerging technologies. I thrive best in fast-paced, dynamic environments, where I've had the privilege of building, leading, and inspiring high-performing marketing teams. A self-starter, my enthusiasm for digital storytelling, consumer delight, and lifelong learning has shaped a formulaic approach to growth in verticals including smart home, IoT, AI, home automation, and smart home security.This journey has been marked by a relentless pursuit of fresh perspectives and creative solutions to the challenges of advancing the human<>technology experience. I revel in these challenges, looking for complex problems that can become compelling narratives and I remain driven by a strong belief in technology's benefit for all.With a track record of success at Flo (acquired by Moen), Fortune Brands, Ezlo, and numerous consulting and advisory roles, I have honed my skills in marketing strategy, demand generation, revenue flywheels, market positioning, and branding. Other skills and expertise I've developed along this journey (and still growing):• Strategic Vision & Planning: Turning opportunities into strategic ORKs and actions• Team Building & Mentorship: Talent building has been the key to my success• Cross-Functional Leadership: Bringing Product, Sales, and Engineering to the table• Brand Management: Driving meaningful improvements in NPS and UGC• Digital Marketing Mastery: A deep generalist; grew up marketing online• Customer Relationship Management (CRM): Putting the customer at the center of it all• Performance Metrics: No vanity metrics, only revenue levers• Product Launch Expertise• Agility & Adaptability• Industry Expertise & Regulatory ComplianceWhen away from my computer, I prefer to juxtapose digital work with analog time outdoors. You can find me deep in a mountain stream, practicing my fly fishing skills or trying to convince my wife to go on yet another camping, hunting, or hiking trip. Naturally, I wear way too much flannel.

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