Damian is an entrepreneur, strategic thinker and global leader with experience driving creative excellence and peak performance in the global advertising, entertainment and media industries. He practices the “kaizen” philosophy (“continuous improvement”) in his personal and business life. Damian has been fortunate to work with and lead numerous creative, strategic, and forward-thinking teams, agencies, and brands. He believes in creating a culture where everyone is empowered, teamwork is present, and communication flows across multiple disciplines and business units. He loves building teams/companies/departments, being a mentor, and providing tools/opportunities for people to rise to their full potential. He is passionate about giving back to his community, positively impacting the environment, and driving diversity, equity, and inclusion.Damian Co-Founded and was CEO/Managing Partner of Arcade Edit and Timber Industries, based in Los Angeles and New York, which create award-winning content in all forms (including broadcast, social/digital, documentaries, feature films, short films, music videos, web films/series) and specialize in editing, visual effects, design, animation, finishing and production. He managed all aspects of starting, building and leading the two companies, which are recognized as being in the top tier of their industry. Most recently, Damian was EVP/Global Head of Advertising at Company 3 and Method Studios. Prior, he served as Interim President of Hecho Studios. Career achievements include:• Created 100+ Super Bowl commercials and won multiple Emmy, Grammy, Cannes Lions, D&AD, One Show, Clio, AICP, AICE and other awards.• Produced music videos for Kendrick Lamar (“Humble,” 3 Grammys, 1 billion+ views), Taylor Swift (“Shake It Off,” 3 billion+ views), Justin Timberlake (“Can’t Stop the Feeling!,” 1 billion+ views), Jay-Z, Lady Gaga, Paul McCartney, U2 and more.• Transformed traditionally run broadcast production department into a fully integrated production team and advanced client Toyota to being #1 global automaker as SVP/Director of Integrated Production/Multimedia at Saatchi & Saatchi LA.Volunteer leadership includes:• Founded nonprofit Fully Equipped Sports, which has transformed the lives of thousands of underprivileged children in the US, Mexico and Darfur by providing them with sports equipment and uniforms to participate in sports. • Partnered with nonprofit Manifest Works to connect young adults impacted by foster care, homelessness and incarceration with job opportunities for long-term success.