Mark A. Samuel Email & Phone Number

San Rafael, CA, US

London, Ontario, CA

Corte Madera, California, US

• Lead all aspects of business development and management, from operations, to sales and marketing
• IWON's snacks can be found in over 4,000 stores nationwide, including Whole Foods, Vitamin Shoppe, Safeway, Wegmans, and online at iwonorganics.com, Amazon and Thrive Market.
• Licensed brand, Nov 2024

San Rafael, US

• Lead an exercise, nutrition and wellness community for MEN who are looking to level up, and build a bigger personal and professional network

San Rafael, California, US

• We sell a high quality, affordable, cold plunge tub that you can enjoy anywhere
• Acquired in Sept, 2024

Sonora, California, US

• Lead all aspects of business development and management, from operations to sales and marketing
• Designed, developed and filed patents on Fitmark's travel and meal prep bag innovations. U.S. Patent no. 9,462,874. Other patents pending
• Fitmark is sold in more than 25 countries
• Fitmark was acquired Jan, 2018

• Formed successful product development and marketing company
• Oversee recruitment and manage experienced designers, engineers, writers, producers and manufacturers
• Manage rotating teams of business professionals for each innovation or new company created
• Establish licensing and distribution agreements with companies and retailers
• Coordinate product development and manage marketing campaign per productNotable Achievements:
• Innovated, designed and filed patents on multiple products

Oakland, CA, US

• Designed, developed and filed a patent on a unique meal management system used to organize and transport all of the essential components of a fitness enthusiast’s daily meals
• Oversaw all steps of development from product design to prototyping, manufacturing, sales and marketing strategies, website design, branding and capital acquisitions
• Acted as brand representative at fitness expos to increase exposure and brand loyalty
• Maintained viral marketing strategies and ongoing branding campaigns
• Managed business operations and financesNotable Achievements:
• Negotiated an International licensing and distribution deal within the first six months of operations

• Oversaw establishment of a retail store, from leasing the storefront to developing the store’s design and company image, as well as staffing and training 20 employees
• Assisted with marketing campaigns, general accounting and daily operations
• Created operational manuals and spearheaded business development and planning
• Developed viral marketing campaign utilizing social networksNotable Achievements:
• Continued to maintain month over month revenue and sales growth
• Recognized as one of the premier stores throughout the entire Bay

US

• Developed a boutique brokerage firm catering to high end clientele and high loan amounts
• Completed incorporation filings, acquired two office locations in the San Francisco area, developed business plans and marketing campaigns, oversaw company branding strategies
• Assembled a highly skilled staff of over 25 brokers and analysts to ensure rapid growth and profitability
• Developed key partnerships with major holdings companies and real estate developers, including becoming an in-house mortgage broker for Vanguard Properties and negotiating a lucrative contract with the Mark Company.
• Competed with and alongside major lenders including Bank of America and Wells Fargo to provide customized client brokerage solutions and a range of mortgage related productsNotable Achievements:
• Maintained positive revenue stream during the 2009 recession and national housing collapse

• Trained with Chris LaLanne, grand nephew of Jack LaLanne the godfather of fitness, on fitness strategies and gym models
• Partnered with Chris to open a CrossFit affiliate, boutique fitness program, in a 2500 sq. ft., Olympic style weightlifting environment, focused on conditioning and strength training
• Managed most aspects of the business including development and execution of marketing strategies, staffing, training and recruiting CrossFit instructors, leasing, day to day operational requirements, accounting and.
• Managed specific health and fitness software program for accounting of clients and finances, as well as viral marketing campaignsNotable Achievements:
• Became the most successful CrossFit affiliate in the Bay Area within the first year of operations, and one of the fastest growing CrossFit facilities in the nation
• Achieved profitability within the first three months of operations and maintained month over month revenue and sales growth with over 225 clients within the first twelve months

• Developed a mortgage brokerage firm into a direct lender by acquiring an approved warehouse line. Completed all relevant filings, statements and disclosures
• Expanded into four office locations throughout San Francisco and Los Angeles
• Managed daily operations and sales as well as a fully staffed human resources department
• Built the company to over 100 employees. Responsible for training, staffing HR department and recruiting qualified candidates, as well as ensuring that staff stayed current with market trends and company goals
• Developed and implemented sales strategies to attract new clients and generate leads for sales teamsNotable Achievements:
• Funded, on SRI warehouse lines, high 8 figures in a given month