Axyz (pronounced “axes,” plural of axis) is a purpose-driven marketing and media company in e-commerce. We are a “marketingplace” for online brands owned and led by historically excluded entrepreneurs such as BIPOC, women, and LGBTQIA+.Our online pop up shops are designed without the algorithms, cross-selling and hurdles of big e-commerce. You can shop purposefully without distractions and these brands get the attention they need to thrive.Together, we are leveling the playing… Show more Axyz (pronounced “axes,” plural of axis) is a purpose-driven marketing and media company in e-commerce. We are a “marketingplace” for online brands owned and led by historically excluded entrepreneurs such as BIPOC, women, and LGBTQIA+.Our online pop up shops are designed without the algorithms, cross-selling and hurdles of big e-commerce. You can shop purposefully without distractions and these brands get the attention they need to thrive.Together, we are leveling the playing field one purchase at a time. Show less

I took a sabbatical from my marketing agency career - and I had the privilege of living and working in diverse locations.I spent the first three years traveling across the US, Germany, Poland, France, Spain, UK, Czech Republic, Colombia, Mexico, Canada, China, Philippines, Taiwan, Denmark, Ireland, Scotland, Portugal and Japan. More recently, I spent extended time in Italy, Indonesia, and Greece. Embracing different cultures has enriched my professional journey, fostering a global… Show more I took a sabbatical from my marketing agency career - and I had the privilege of living and working in diverse locations.I spent the first three years traveling across the US, Germany, Poland, France, Spain, UK, Czech Republic, Colombia, Mexico, Canada, China, Philippines, Taiwan, Denmark, Ireland, Scotland, Portugal and Japan. More recently, I spent extended time in Italy, Indonesia, and Greece. Embracing different cultures has enriched my professional journey, fostering a global perspective and a passion for cross-cultural collaboration.I've since relocated my professional and home base from NYC to the SF Bay Area and Puerto Rico. Also, I have shifted my focus from consulting projects to investments and starting a new venture. Show less

I oversaw the US Digital Practice at Edelman - the largest global PR agency with Edelman Digital being the first and largest global social marketing agency.As a Managing Director, my team consisted of about 600 people who were experts in Digital Marketing, Media and Technology across 14 offices, including New York, Chicago, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, San Francisco, Portland, Seattle, Atlanta, Austin. Clients included: Samsung, PayPal, VW, Unilever, Citi, eBay, Adobe… Show more I oversaw the US Digital Practice at Edelman - the largest global PR agency with Edelman Digital being the first and largest global social marketing agency.As a Managing Director, my team consisted of about 600 people who were experts in Digital Marketing, Media and Technology across 14 offices, including New York, Chicago, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, San Francisco, Portland, Seattle, Atlanta, Austin. Clients included: Samsung, PayPal, VW, Unilever, Citi, eBay, Adobe, Activision.Prior to this, I was Executive Vice President and General Manager of Edelman Digital in New York for 3 years, during which my team and business tripled in size to 150 people who were experts in Brand and Marketing spanning Strategy, Client Services, Account Planning, Creative, Content/Editorial, Influencer Partnerships, Social Media, Paid Media, PR, Reputation Management, Analytics, Technology, PM and Production. I was also named one of PRWeek's 40 Under 40 in 2013.My other roles included:Senior Vice President, Strategic PlanningI led business development and strategy for key clients and prospects across all sectors and practices of Edelman Digital and Edelman New York.Vice President, Digital Consumer MarketingI led business development and strategy for key clients and prospects in Edelman's Consumer Brands portfolio for rapid, concentrated growth.Vice President, US Business DevelopmentI led business development for the Digital Marketing portfolio across Edelman's US offices. Show less