Head of Audible's global business development team leading strategic growth marketing initiatives to help millions of listeners enjoy Audible storytelling experiences through compelling marketing and distribution brand partnerships.

Led development and execution of innovative linear and digital media marketing solutions. Managed consultative sales processes and executed strategic partnerships for Fox Sports Media Group and National Geographic Partners with emerging and leading tech brands. - Multimedia partnerships with Workday, Google Cloud, Google VR and YouTube.

Established strategic sales and marketing initiatives post Gannett - Tegna spin-off to develop USA TODAY Network solutions with advertisers, agencies, and start-ups. - Secured investments from Microsoft for new product marketing launch across Gannett digital media platforms.

Responsible for strategic development, launch and operational management of digital-first growth initiatives. - Digital platform enhancements - Video, Mobile, Podcasts: YourTake, 5Things, Word Games, Reviewed, The Buzz/College App. - Negotiated distribution partnerships with Time Inc, Bloomberg, Gannett TV, Ozy Media - Executive Sponsor: Gannett Leadership & Diversity Council, Gannett Innovation Labs.

Led design, launch, operations, sales and marketing of multicultural media “Voices” platform featuring award-winning editorial content and revenue generating partnerships - post Aol + Huffpost acquisition. - Collaborated with cross functional content creation, product and platform dev teams to build distinct content channels, video / podcast series with marquis brand partnerships. - Platform innovations and strategic relationships with: Sheila C. Johnson, Gillette, Google, State Farm, Toyota, Verizon and AT&T resulting in over 50% growth in audiences and revenues year over year. - Led launch of "The Tanning Effect" -- a six-part sponsored webisode series highlighting the influence of iconic musicians on culture and business.

Head of HuffPost Business Development during dramatic growth in content offerings, audience engagement, unique visitors, revenues and brand relevance. Led platform expansion strategy and negotiated content, distribution and advertising partnerships. - Negotiated distribution deals with AOL, Yahoo, Microsoft - Bing, Facebook, Buzzfeed, Taboola and Twitter. - Top site awards for quality journalism, performance and user satisfaction - including Webby, Digiday, Time Inc. - Achieved 3X growth in channels, unique visitors and revenues year over year. - Structured investor backed multicultural media venture, pre AOL acquisition.

Head of CNN Interactive Business Development & Operations group responsible for developing content distribution and brand partnerships for CNN programming including - Best of Larry King, Black in America, Planet in Peril and CNN Special Election coverage. - Collaborated with CNN linear, digital, airport and radio networks to enhance content offerings, secure innovative partnerships and grow revenues including with Google, Samsung, LG, Sony, Cisco, Amazon, iTunes, Twitter, Sirius XM Radio and Careerbuilder.

Advised and led consulting engagement with MSG in collaboration with Ticketmaster to develop, integrate, launch and manage inaugural verified digital secondary ticketing service - www.ticketexchangebyticketmaster.com - for the Knicks and Rangers. Led research, platform design / development, fan marketing strategies, d2c and b2b activation campaigns across digital, print, radio, TV, and OOH. - Created enhanced fan experience, new ticket revenue and material lift in concession sales.

Led business development initiatives for Skillgames - an early stage Walker Digital/Walt Disney joint venture and multiplayer online game platform. Negotiated game developer and payment processor partnerships and secured beta launch sponsors. Supported 2nd round investor road show, managed core business wind down and retention of intellectual property.

Led formation and management of new global sports marketing group. Developed portfolio strategy, identified and negotiated exclusive marketing partnerships with sports and entertainment properties, teams, talent, media networks, and agencies including: - NBA, NCAA, USTA, PGA/WGC, AFI, SFX Entertainment, MSG, Texas Stadium, Staples Center, NBC, Turner, IMG, Ogilvy, Momentum, Tiger Woods, Venus Williams and Magic Johnson. - Managed high performance team of marketing, creative and event staff and $175MM budget. - Launched "Member Since" global brand campaign and Cardmember experiential programs.- Material increase in customer loyalty, acquisition, member spend levels and brand relevance.

Held manager and director level roles in corporate strategic planning in-house consulting group and global business partnerships team to develop new technologies and marketing solutions.