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Detroit, Mi, Us

Detroit, Mi

Detroit, Michigan, Us

About InvestNextAt InvestNext, we set out on a mission to transform the way investment firms raise and manage capital. The company is based in Detroit, Michigan, and was founded in 2016. At the time, we realized the industry as a whole operates within a black box, with countless hours spent on activities that made fundraising, investment management, and investor relations tedious and inefficient.Since day one, we’ve known that tomorrow’s investor is one who will not only have access to detailed performance metrics across their portfolio, but also have the full picture of the positive impact they have made on the communities they have invested in. With that in mind, we’ve built a software platform that enables investment firms to operate more effectively and provide greater transparency to their investors. Instrumental to this effort, has been our close partnerships with commercial real estate syndicators and other investment firms around the globe. As of today, we are trusted by tens of thousands of investors, with billions of dollars managed on the platform.

Detroit, Michigan, Us

Commune Angels is an angel community leveraging D&I to expand access to angel investing and capital. We invest in scalable consumer, enterprise, and life science companies that transform lives.For more information about membership or investment criteria, please visit communeangels.com.

Keynote speaker and workshop leader on performance, creativity, and innovation. I leverage my varied experiences as an entrepreneur, executive, investor, and jazz musician to help brands unlock their creativity and productivity to increase ROI.

better is the consultancy for ambitious brands looking to build more valuable relationships and smarter revenue models. When good enough isn't good enough, it's time work with better.In 2019, we've helped our partners:- Grow revenue 5x+- Expand retail footprint from 1 to 150+ locations- Develop and deliver winning pitches, leading to $250K+ in funding- Deploy new community impact programming- Expand team headcount- Launch new products- Refresh brandingExpertise:Strategy | Branding | Creative Direction |Innovation ConsultingClients range from Automotive & CPG conglomerates to start-ups and keynote speakers.

We're building interactive learning experiences for streaming videos that kids love.

Detroit, Mi, Us

Sparked 10X revenue growth and key partnerships for startup clients as strategic advisor and business coach.Developed and launched TechTown Startup Studio, a cohort-based customer discovery incubator for early stage startups. Provide guidance to aspiring entrepreneurs and growth stage companies.Build relationships on behalf of TechTown within the Midwest entrepreneurial ecosystem.Expertise Delivered:- Sales Strategy- Fundraising- Branding & Marketing Strategy- Financial Modeling

Manage 9 person multi-discipline team across varied disciplines, including live performance, event planning, project management, strategy, and creative production.HotSauce Entertainment represents Detroit-based recording artist HotSauce. The seven-piece R&B band delivers an exciting all ages show featuring live instruments, promoting “Real Good, Feel Good Music” and the “Elements of L.I.F.E. – Love, Inspiration, Freedom & Entertainment.” HotSauce aspires to reestablish live music as a mainstay in American music and to bridge the gap between generations with their unique blend of music encompassing R&B, jazz, rock, and more.Milestones include winning on and off air business for creative and talent in a nationally broadcast McDonald’s commercial, securing a partnership with the American Cancer Society to promote cancer awareness amongst post-secondary institutions as a a performing artist on the AfroFlow College Tour, and numerous sold out shows across North America and Caribbean.Other awards & recognition: U.S. Runner Up for the 2005 Global Battle of the Bands; Finalist on NBC’s StarTomorrow competition; and multiple Detroit Music Awards.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Agency Strategy & Innovation Lead.Recruited to lead business strategy and develop innovation frameworks for GM CCA business units.Developed agency innovation practice and approach; Led cross-functional teams through design sprints and pilots to test new opportunities and business models.Authored and presented thought leadership POVs and workshops on customer experience and business model design for executive clients and internal stakeholders.Championed critical customer segmentation initiative within matrixed organization of client leaders and agency partners to yield better insights for customer experience design.Developed innovative EXPECT-CONNECT-DIRECT customer-first strategic framework to simplify communication and align teams.Led strategy for redesign and deployment of websites across multiple business units.

Fido Labs LLC builds friendly technology platforms that help real people form real connections with the real world.Learn about our flagship product at http://bit.ly/FidoLD01

Digital Strategy | Venture Capital | Shopper MarketingDevelop agency’s innovation POV and lab. Responsible for leveraging emerging technologies and consumer behaviors to deliver forward-thinking consumer experiences including test & learns, prototypes, strategic partnerships, and MVPs (minimum viable products).Evaluate ad tech startups for potential investment through agency’s venture fund (Mars Ventures).Manage cross-functional teams in omni-channel strategy development, content production, and community management for digital and social media clients.Develop omni-channel consumer engagement and activation strategies and frameworks. Client facing for new business teams; Lead brainstorming & ideation sessions and provide digital expertise for internal and external clients.

Leveraged consumer insights to develop and launch mobile start up to drive customer acquisition and incremental sales for brand clients such as Amazon, Fathead, and Zipcar.Built value-add relationships with investors, agencies, C-level executives, and strategic partners. Designed and executed strategies for user growth, sales, and product development.Created brand assets including logos, graphic design, copy writing, and web development.Raised round of funding; Recruited and managed multi-site team.

Culver City, Ca, Us

Stand in for actor Derek LukeMusic consultant/coordinator

• Social Media strategy lead for Chrysler Group LLC brands (Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and Ram).• Account lead for Chrysler Card relationship. Developed social media strategy for branded credit card product.• Developed social integration strategy to enhance reach and effectiveness for FIAT Source iPad app.

Detroit, Mi, Us

Digital marketing, branding strategy, and strategic leadership for Ford, Johnson Controls, and Scotts MiracleGro.• Developed strategy for concise, consumer-centric web experiences for Ford Global CPO digital properties.• Led integrated team in crafting global digital strategy and roadmap for Johnson Controls Power Solutions; Managed relationships with mid & senior-level global clients, agency partners and vendors.• Produced strategy documents, including experience maps, communication plans, and competitive analyses.

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

• Developed internationally-recognized Mobile Segmentation POV to enable more effective mobile marketing.• Successfully led redesign and launch of internal mobile business unit website. • Developed effective mobile and interactive marketing strategies and solutions for large brands, including General Motors, Amtrak, Subaru, Hallmark, and AARP.• Managed integrated teams and work streams including clients, vendors and internal teams.• Reviewed RFP and RFI documents and prepared agency responses.• Managed vendor and client relationships, including scope of work development and project management.

Boston, Massachusetts, Us

• Led team-based initiative to build and launch more intuitive homepage for GM Performance Parts Online Store; New homepage resulted in increased in user engagement and 50% increase in online sales volume.• Worked with regional, national, and international clients & agency partners to identify digital marketing opportunities; Built lasting relationships with clients, agency partners and vendors.• Trained and mentored new and junior team members.• Analyzed digital campaigns & performance metrics from multiple data sources to develop actionable insights.• Developed and maintained website measurement plans, tagging strategies, and Omniture guidelines.• Worked across multiple digital channels, including Digital Media & Web Analytics, eCommerce, Mobile, and Social.

Atlanta, Ga, Us

• Ranked amongst top 5% within a competitive sales environment. Exceeded new business quota by 50%.• Received award as top seller in training class.• Sold localized print & digital media solutions to small and mid-size businesses.• Managed book of business exceeding 300 clients; Successfully prospected and built new business via phone and in person.• Prepared bespoke media packages for clientele based on business needs.

B.S., Entrepreneurship; Strategic Management

Diploma, College Prep