Chris Kovac

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Co-Founder @ Kansas City AI Club
Kansas City, MO, US
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Kansas City, Missouri, United States, United States
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About Chris Kovac

Since 1996, my passion has been at the intersection of marketing & technology. Today, my focus is developing AI-driven Marketing Solutions that increase marketing velocity, create business efficiencies and produce a significant ROI. My current roles are listed below. Let's connect!🚀 kovac.ai Founded in 2023, kovac.ai is a Marketing AI consultancy that helps businesses implement Marketing AI frameworks and workflows, produce extraordinary content and also offer customized training programs and workshops. ⚡ Kansas City AI ClubThe seeds for the Kansas City AI Club (https://kansascity.ai) were planted back in the early days of the Social Media Club KC. In the late 2000s, I was lucky to be part of SMCKC when it was just 2-3 tables at breakfast, and fortunate to watch SMCKC grow into a powerhouse with thousands of members and supporters. Fast forward to early 2023 and the emergence of AI. What if there was a community where AI enthusiasts and professionals can come together? That group was established in April 2023 and has become one of the fastest growing professional organizations in Kansas City.🥩 River Watch BeefFounded in late 2016, with a mission to produce premium grass fed beef and deliver it direct to the consumer. We produce superior quality grass-fed and grass-finished beef, in the historic Flint Hills of central Kansas. 100% 5 Star reviews on Google, Facebook and Yelp.🎥 Judge on The Blox (Season 11): NOW ON AMAZON PRIME VIDEOThe Blox is The Largest Competition TV Show on the Planet, created by Wes Bergmann (MTV/CBS The Challenge). Over 50,000 people apply & less than 80 make it to the competition. It was an honor to be a Judge/Mentor on Season 11 -- now LIVE on your favorite streaming platforms.Starting in 2013, I was an early Investor/Mentor in BetaBlox, a startup accelerator located in Kansas City and Tulsa.👨‍🎓 UMKC Henry W. Bloch Block School of Management Currently serving on the Marketing Advisory Council (MAC) for the Henry W. Bloch School of Management at the University of Missouri Kansas City (UMKC).

Chris Kovac's Current Company Details
Kansas City AI Club

Kansas City Ai Club

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Co-Founder
Kansas City, MO, US
Website:
kansascity.ai
Employees:
12
Chris Kovac Work Experience Details
  • Kansas City Ai Club
    Co-Founder
    Kansas City Ai Club
    Kansas City, Mo, Us
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  • Umkc Henry W. Bloch School Of Management
    Business Analytics Advisory Board Member (Baab)
    Umkc Henry W. Bloch School Of Management Sep 2024 - Present
    Kansas City, Mo, Us
    📈 The BAAB consists of senior #data, #analytics and #analyst professionals from major Kansas City companies to help inform curriculum, provide guest lectures and help connect students with local career opportunities.
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  • Kansas City Ai Club
    Co-Founder
    Kansas City Ai Club Apr 2023 - Present
    Kansas City, Mo, Us
    The seeds for the Kansas City AI Club were planted back in the early days of the Social Media Club KC. In the late 2000s, I was lucky to be part of SMCKC when it was just 2-3 tables at breakfast, and fortunate to watch SMCKC grow into a powerhouse with thousands of members and supporters. It was a special time in my life and the friendships formed in those days continue today, some 15 years later. It was also one of the most impactful eras of my life. Fast forward to early 2023 and the emergence of AI. What if there was a group of folks that formed a community in the Kansas City area to learn more about AI and how it can be applied to business, health care and other issues? That group was established in April 2023.We need your help! If you are interested in helping build a vibrant AI community in the Kansas City area, please message me for more information. We need help to help organize events, create posts for social media channels and many other things.Stay tuned for more updates. Check out the website https://kansascity.ai for more info.
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  • Kovac.Ai
    Founder/Ceo
    Kovac.Ai Jun 2023 - Present
    Kansas City, Missouri, Us
    We're your partner in AI-driven marketing solutions. Our focus is assisting businesses with implementing Marketing AI programs that increase marketing velocity, create business efficiencies and produce a significant ROI. Learn more at https://kovac.aiWe help companies:⚡ Implement Marketing AI Frameworks & Workflows👍 Produce Extraordinary Content🎯 Offer Customized Training/Workshops We're looking for:✅ Content Creators for Collaboration💼 Copywriters & Editors for Contract Work🚀 Technology & Marketing Agency Partnerships🤝 Referral PartnersLet us put our 20+ years of marketing, technology and business knowledge to work for you. Our proprietary processes and systems, combined with best-in-class marketing technologies can help your business crush the competition.Thinking about how to utilize #Marketing #AI in your organization? We developed a HR & Employee Use framework to help your company establish 'ground rules' and align your team -- please DM me for more info.
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  • University Of Missouri-Kansas City
    Henry W. Bloch School Of Management (Umkc) - Marketing Advisory Council
    University Of Missouri-Kansas City Sep 2017 - Present
    Kansas City, Mo, Us
    Currently serving on the Marketing Advisory Council for the The Henry W. Bloch School of Management at the University of Missouri, Kansas City (UMKC). Learn more at https://www.bloch.umkc.edu/
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  • River Watch Beef, Llc
    Owner (On Hiatus)
    River Watch Beef, Llc Dec 2016 - Oct 2024
    We're currently on hiatus until 2026. River Watch Beef, LLC (RiverWatchBeef.com) was founded in 2016 with a mission to deliver 100% All Natural grass-fed beef direct to your door. The result is restaurant quality (fine dining) beef delivered --for about the same price as your local butcher.Our difference: We (responsibly) raise our grass-fed beef in Colorado and Kansas -- we don't "source" our beef. We work directly with a USDA-certified processor to dry-age (21 days) and package individual cuts. Our grass-fed beef is 100% All-Natural: NO Hormones, NO GMOs, No antibiotic-laced feed, NO BS. We take pride in our beef animals.My role: As the founder, I manage all aspects of our supply chain, from ranch-to-table. This includes herd management, land management, beef processing, packaging, transportation, e-commerce, marketing, PR and shipping/delivery. I am hands-on and love to work our cattle with the cowboys that help manage our ranch.We are licensed to ship beef to consumers and restaurants in the United States. We welcome partnership opportunities.
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  • Betablox
    Investor & Mentor
    Betablox Mar 2013 - Feb 2020
    Kansas City, Missouri, Us
    Named 2015 Techweek100 (Kansas City) http://techweek.com/techweek100/BetaBlox (www.BetaBlox.com) is an early stage start-up incubator and accelerator that has successfully nurtured almost 200 companies since its inception. BetaBlox is located in Kansas City and Tulsa.
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  • Pck Holdings, Llc
    Ceo
    Pck Holdings, Llc Aug 2011 - Dec 2016
    Diversified Internet media and concept development holding company, including:- 4urls.com: Own 80+ real estate, nightlife and major market domain proprieties, including: NewOrleansBars.com, ManhattanBars.com. 4apts.com, many more. Sold over 40 sites/properties since 1997.- Portfolio includes equity positions in 40+ companies and start-ups, including: Custom Trailer Pros (http://customtrailerpros.com), www.AirFiltersOnDemand.com, Doc Lerner Quality Goods (https://www.etsy.com/shop/DocLerner), Instaglam Box (http://www.instaglambox.com), www.HowToBeHenry.com, Cyrptoempire (http://c-ellc.com), Bespoke Woodworks, CoinPlay.io, RoseSwap.com and others.
  • Kindbeef.Com (Early Stage Start-Up)
    Founder & Ceo
    Kindbeef.Com (Early Stage Start-Up) Mar 2015 - Sep 2016
    '33 Entrepreneurs, Marketers, and Thought Leaders to Watch in 2016' - Inc.com (October 2015)What is KindBeef.com?Our purpose is to produce and deliver high-quality grass-fed beef to folks nation-wide, as well as feeding the hungry/impoverished with donations, financial support and volunteering. Our free range grass-fed beef is raised exclusively in southeast Colorado (near Trinidad, Colorado). Since 2008, we have raised approximately 500-800 cattle per year. The cattle herd primarily consists of Angus and Hereford steers and cows.KindBeef.com will launch national retail delivery in 2016. We are offering pre-launch specials for friends and family starting in late 2015 -- message me on LinkedIn if interested.Check out http://www.KindBeef.com for more info.
  • Teammate3.Com
    Ceo/Founding Partner
    Teammate3.Com Feb 2013 - Apr 2014
    Teammate3.com formally launched on June 1, 2013. We're a digital marketing-based consultancy, serving clients in professional services, technology, media, luxury travel and other niche industries.
  • Business Marketing Association Of Kansas City
    Board Member
    Business Marketing Association Of Kansas City Jan 2008 - Aug 2013
    Served as a board member from 2003-2005 and 2008-2013.
  • Lightthread, Llc
    Partner
    Lightthread, Llc Jan 2012 - Jan 2013
    Kansas City, Mo, Us
    LightThread is a business and digital strategy consulting company with an interest in improving businesses. We have extensive experience in product management & development, strategy, marketing and application development. Major brands and companies that we have worked with in current and past roles include Hallmark, Microsoft, IBM, Accenture, Deloitte, Alcatel-Lucent, Nokia-Siemens Networks, PRTM, EDS, John Deere, United Way, IDEO, Mobile Symmetry, Open Air Ventures, Festworks, MidAmerica Neuroscience, Physical Sagacity, Myriad Tech, Zappn & SportingKC.
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  • United Way Greater Kansas City
    Cabinet Co-Chair
    United Way Greater Kansas City Feb 2010 - Jan 2012
    Kansas City, Missouri, Us
    Chairperson of the 2010 United Way GKC Social Media Committee. More information and a case study coming soon.
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  • Nicholson Kovac, Inc
    Managing Director, Digital/Social Influence Practice
    Nicholson Kovac, Inc Jun 2008 - Aug 2011
    Developed the Social Influence (Media) practice mid-late in 2008. Director of Social Influence (Media) in mid 2009 and Managing Director Social/Digital practice in early 2011. Developed and managed social media (channel) strategy and tactical execution including: social media training, social media monitoring and analytics, content development, Twitter/Facebook best practices, social media optimization and more. Developed proprietary methods and processes for social media planning and execution. Also developed new marketing products/services and developed the go-to-market strategy.I love talking publicly and sharing my experiences and ideas regionally, and nationally. I've had the opportunity to speak at colleges and universities, including NWMSU and UMKC School of Pharmacy. As a featured speaker at the Integrated Marketing Summit and DemandCon (national marketing conferences), I presented in top-tier cities, including San Francisco, Chicago, Atlanta and others. Regionally, I have had the opportunity to speak at Gallup's AIM Institute (Omaha), Kansas City chapters of the Business Marketing Association (BMA), American Marketing Association (AMA), Ad Club (AAF), PRSSA and others.
  • Pursearch.Com
    Owner, Consultant
    Pursearch.Com Aug 2006 - Jun 2008
    Internet marketing consultant for both advertising/marketing agencies and client-side. Worked with top International PR firm consulting on SEO, SEM and email. Also did consulting with top Interactive agency in Austin, TX on SEO projects. Worked with other regional and national clients. Clients included: Fortune 500 pharma companies, F1000 companies and a top Las Vegas Hotel and Resort.
  • No Limit Marketing, Llc
    Co-Founder And Vp
    No Limit Marketing, Llc Dec 2005 - Jul 2006
    Co-founder of No Limit Marketing, VP of Marketing. Developed and led digitally-based marketing initiatives, including email communications, affiliate marketing, SEO/SEM and online advertising/marketing for multiple clients, including Dictionary.com, Amateur Poker League (later sold to WPT) and Moneymaker Gaming. Sold my interest in 2006.
  • Nkh&W/Nicholson Kovac
    Internet Marketing Manager
    Nkh&W/Nicholson Kovac Dec 2001 - Dec 2005
    **consultant for online media planning & buying in 2000.** Started as new business account executive in 2001. Co-founder and co-organizer of NKH&W's Interactive Marketing discipline in late 2002/early 2003. Developed and led the SEM, SEO, email communications, Web analytics disciplines at the agency for a number of national and Fortune 500 clients. Also PM'd Web design and development projects and marketing integration initiatives.
  • Chris Kovac Consulting
    Internet Marketing Consultant
    Chris Kovac Consulting Jan 1999 - Nov 2001
    Worked with over 30 local and national clients on Internet & marketing consulting, including: SEO, SEM, email communications, online media, web analytics, affiliate marketing and PR integration. Marketing lead for WorldisRound.com, a social media site that allows users to upload travel stories and write (blog) about their experiences. Took site from 0 to 550,000 uniques/mo and 10M/mo PV w/in 8 months of launch. Authored and achieved earned media via a news release, namely a 1/3 page review of the site in Popular Photography magazine and numerous other online and offline publications. After September 11, 2001, the site's budgets were cut severly and the site was later sold. As of 2013, the site was still live and producing content.
  • Kbkc.Com
    Co-Founder
    Kbkc.Com Jun 1996 - Dec 1998
    Tom Bosilevac (co-founder) and I started working on Cyberpage (web development co) in 1996, which evolved into Web Innovations (development and e-marketing) and finally KBKC.com (development and online marketing). I led/managed the marketing strategy and emarketing services, such as: search engine optimization (SEO), online media, affiliate marketing and later email communications. Tom and I also developed and launched UEarn.com (affiliate directory - later sold), MLBScores.com (baseball site), 4URLs.com and 4Webaddress.com (domain registrars) and others. We developed and launched Gembase.com, an online job forum for an International IT services firm in 1998.

Chris Kovac Skills

Online Marketing Social Media Marketing Integrated Marketing Marketing Strategy Social Media Seo Digital Marketing Marketing Sem Advertising Social Media Measurement Interactive Marketing Web Analytics Strategy Online Advertising Email Marketing Public Speaking Brand Development New Media Blogging Web Development Media Planning Analytics Content Development Smo Public Relations Search Engine Optimization Affiliate Marketing Management Consulting Employee Training Press Releases Web Marketing Mobile Marketing Google Analytics Online Research Copywriting Seminar Speaker Ppc Google Adwords Social Media Monitoring Training And Development Online Reputation Management Search Engine Marketing

Chris Kovac Education Details

  • The University Of Kansas
    The University Of Kansas
    Cognitive Psychology
  • Bishop Miege High School
    Bishop Miege High School

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