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Visionary leader with a proven track record of driving explosive growth and profitability in the software industry. As President of WAND Digital, a leading SaaS company serving 4,000 national clients, oversees all aspects of the business, from strategy and leadership to growth and sales.Track Record of Success:24 years of experience in sales leadership, e-commerce platforms, business development, and strategic growth.Exponentially scaled WAND Digital:2024 (November update): 634 Transactions, up 39% from 2023.2024 YTD: 127% revenue to plan and 108% profit to plan.SaaS/MRR 118% of projection.2023 Focus: Continuing the successful path of SaaS+ and launching CaaS+ (Content as a Service).2021-2022: Delivered 8 consecutive quarters of 120%+ YoY growth, achieving over 36% revenue increase and 408% profit surge in 2021 alone.As President, a 12x exit strategy: In 2019, led the successful sale of a previous software company for $23 million, a remarkable 12x EBITA multiple.A Passion for Innovation and Building Teams:Early-stage expertise: Successfully launched, and or leadership scaled multiple startups, including Citysearch.com, AOL/Patch.com, New Condos Online (ranked #185 on the INC 5000 list), and SanDiego.com.Proven investor: Personally invested in (eight digits) tier-1 e-commerce company to acquire and build high-growth businesses as a 100% shareholder. Commitment to employee empowerment: Achieved a 98% client retention rate while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.A dynamic leader with a relentless drive to push boundaries and achieve exceptional results.Links:Podcast on Sales & Leadership: https://arkona.io/blog/2019/11/28/growing-and-selling-a-company-from-the-integrators-perspectiveArticle: CAPTURING FULL VALUE FOR YOUR BUSINESS SALE: https://www.tworldminnesota.com/blog/story-of-a-successful-sale?hs_preview=IeNzXEsA-10180895346
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President And CeoWand DigitalSaint Paul, Mn, Us
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President/CeoWand Digital Sep 2020 - PresentEden Prairie, Mn, UsA SaaS menu software company offering our technology for restaurants. Approaching "8" quarters over company goal: 116%, 104%, 167%, 169%, 182%, 150%, and 147%. *Transactions up 39%, from 2023. Per November 2024, 634 Transactions for WAND. *Launched a new sales team w/ marketing & sales automation*A devotion to the product roadmap*Most important we build a winning culture! *2021 Revenue is 36% YoY growth vs. 2020 | Profit 408% vs. 2020 YTD*Q1/2022 New Revenue Agreements: Up 174% vs. Q1/2021*Q2/2022 Operating Income: Up 155.2% vs. Q2/2021*Q3 22 vs 21 includes 26.48% real rev growth *2023: Landed 12 new concepts and (2) National brands*2024: Launched shop.wanddigital.com (e-comm & build your own menu)*Launched CaaS+, a reoccurring revenue model (content as a service), in conjunction with SaaS *Received multiple offers over 7x+ ARR. We decided to build. It’s what we do*In 2024, we’ve sold the most new brands, NRR, and ARR growth in 4 years.*2024 year-end revenue up 127.7% YoY*2024 year-end profit up 108% to plan*2024 SaaS MRR up 118% YoY, while dropping POS -
Ceo | Investor | Rcsuperstore.ComChester Creek Capital May 2019 - Present- Personally acquired e-commerce giant, RCSUPERSTORE.com (100% shareholder)- High-grade hobby products such as RC cars, slot cars, and planes- My company, Affinity Group looks for opportunities along with Chester Creek Capital- Preference is to invest in technology, e-commerce, or service- The investment horizon of 10+ years- $1 million dollars (+) in EBITDAAlso, responsible for the sale of Rental History Reports and Trusted Employees. Sale: 12x EBITA. -
PresidentTrusted Employees Dec 2017 - May 2019Minneapolis, Minnesota, Us- Facilitated the sale for (12x) EBITA in 2019- Increased running revenue (ARR) from $4m to $10.3m- Maintained a 98% client retention- Launched a new e-commerce platform (B2B, B2C) - Revenue Growth: 17.5% - 20% yearly from 2014 - 2019.- NOI Yearly Profit: 25% to 32%Q&A: Jon Thielen explains how he built up a company (sales, people, and process) and sold for 12x.https://arkona.io/blog/2019/11/28/growing-and-selling-a-company-from-the-integrators-perspective -
Executive Vice President | Integrator | LeadershipTrusted Employees Jan 2014 - Dec 2017Minneapolis, Minnesota, Us- Developed the sales growth strategy- Launched new e-commerce platform (B2B, B2C) - Launched National outside & inside sales team(s)- Lead, manage and held accountable operational team(s)- Launched marketing brand strategy & lead-generation platform- Managed all KPI's & operational initiatives for SaaS B2B and B2C software company* Accountability chart included the VP of Sales, IT, Marketing, Compliance, and Operations.
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PresidentRental History Reports Jan 2014 - May 2019Hopkins, Mn, Us- Facilitated the sale for (12x) EBITA in 2019- Developed the sales growth strategy- Launched e-commerce platform (B2B, B2C) - Launched National outside & inside sales team(s)- Lead, manage and held accountable operational team(s)- Launched marketing brand strategy & lead-generation platform- Managed all KPI's & operational initiatives for SaaS B2B and B2C software company* Accountability chart included the VP of Sales, IT, Marketing, Compliance, and Operations. -
Publisher | Sales DirectorAol Oct 2010 - Sep 2013New York, Ny, Us- Hired by AOL for National pre-launch of $300m + investment (start-up)- Awarded by AOL as 'top performer' in 2011, 2012 for AOL/Patch.com- GM for all regional sales, marketing, hiring, and training in 4 states- Managed sales growth in 58 cities having (85+) direct and indirect reports.- Recruited, trained multi-state sales team (15+)- Develop & implement coaching and training programs in New York- Financial forecasting -
Senior Director, Business DevelopmentNorth American Membership Group Mar 2009 - Oct 2010UsA consumer lifestyle business serving 2+ million customers. Responsible for all (11 websites) in regards to business development, member acquisition, and new partnerships. -
Managing Director | New Condos OnlineInternet Marketing Inc. Jan 2007 - Dec 2008San Diego, Ca, UsLaunched the largest new condo advertising portal in the world with over 1300 clients. We also have a capital and investment division where we source capital and investor buyers for builders and developers.- 2007 revenues gained 270%- Pre-launch Internet Marketing, Inc- Personal book contributed to 30% + of company revenue- Leader of the pre-launch sales team, $4M in MRR, monthly running revenue- Invited public speaker at investment/real estate conferences speaking up to 300. - Sourced distressed real estate projects and presented $200M in offers from my Investment Group -
Director Of SalesSandiego.Com 2002 - 2007• Restructured from a web/dev company to 98% driven advertising & ticketing portal• Delivered content and partnerships to be a top 5 city.com in the country• Created San Diego's first ad-network that included San Diego's top publishers • Increased profit margins from 15% to 50% through vendors/clients• Launched e-commerce reservations system that produced $2M in annual hotel & ticketing reservations -
Sales Account ManagerCitysearch.Com Oct 1999 - Sep 2001West Hollywood, Ca, UsStart-up Citysearch.com. Hired to open up MPLS 1st office after the acquisition of Sidewalk.com.- Top revenue producer (#8) in the country out of 150 reps -
Sales Account ManagerSpectrum Reach Jan 1998 - Dec 1999New York, Ny, UsSold advertising on ESPN, CNN, Lifetime Television and Headline News. Responsible for the business development, sales, and management in the Minneapolis/St. Paul market.
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St. Cloud State University - Herberger Business SchoolAnd Related Support Services -
Redwood Falls High School
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Jon Thielen attended St. Cloud State University - Herberger Business School, Redwood Falls High School.
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