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Choose to Explore is parent to a suite of Outdoor, RV and Travel brands working to help make information, products and community accessible to anyone.

New York, Ny, Us

CampusVR provides immersive, VR experiences to Universities, Colleges, Athletic Programs, Cities, Counties, Businesses and more.Developed to help bridge the gap between Universities and Families that travel expenses can create, our production team creates detailed, encompassing Virtual Reality videos to bring the two together. These immersive creations provide a real world experience to viewers bringing diversity and reach to University and Student doorsteps.With our growth comes opportunity! Partnering with local and national businesses, CampusVR has also launched opportunities for Sponsorship, clickable immersion within video and shoppable moments with expansive and targeted reach.If you're interested in learning how your University, City, Business or program can benefit, please contact us at mcorless@thecampusvr.com.

WeddingVR is committed to capturing the feel of your event and venue in moving 360 VR videography. Encompassing the full experience rather than just the moment, WeddingVR is elevating the industry with our elegant and technologically led offerings.

Portland, Or, Us

Portland, Or, Us

Portland, Or, Us

London, London, Gb

Trackonomics is a leading enterprise-level aggregation and automation platform. By providing insight, control, digestible data, link identification tools and other incredible features, the Trackonomics platform and team are increasing revenue and efficiency for publishers internationally.Partnered with digital publishers, agencies & merchants to understand their unique data interests and needs in order to define how to implement Trackonomics technology as a solution. Collaborate with Development & Product teams to plan, develop and implement new tools & functionality. Transitioned to Consultative role to continue sales, assist with legal, accounting and technology testing.

London, London, Gb

Blend Consulting is a singly owned consulting firm that works with large publishers, merchants, agencies and tech providers to guide them through revenue generation models, establishing partnerships, assisting with Business Development, Business Establishment & Marketing efforts. Develop accurate cost estimates to help clients create projects and advance within their budgets. Review plans, contracts and other documents to ensure accuracy, clarity and quality. Personally execute sales for select clients.

Minneapolis, Minnesota, Us

iAffiliate Management is an Affiliate development & management company located in Minneapolis, MN.Directed all aspects of Business Development & Marketing initiatives. Established partnerships with non-traditional partners for lead sources while reducing company cost related to department through removal of non-essential / non-productive partnerships and tech. Managed all lead sources, lead volume and sale process from engagement to conversion. Served on EOS team for initial engagement.

New York, Us

The Wirecutter & The Sweethome are digital publications driven to provide honest, authentic product insight and reviews to consumers globally.Established partnerships with merchants, license reps, publishers, networks and other services to lay the groundwork for future growth and revenue development. Provided direction for diversifying revenue from previous silo model. Established long-term objectives and implemented strategies to achieve them. Analyzed operations and evaluated relevant performance to determine areas of improvement. Laid groundwork for future development for affiliate revenue, licensing, sponsorship, alternative revenue and marketing. Collaborated with various internal teams to collectively execute initiatives.

New York, Ny, Us

TopTenReviews & the Purch brands are digital publications within a variety of verticals. With publications ranging from product reviews to the latest technology and headlines.Managed over 200 review categories, responsible for all relationships with merchants within the categories as well as other relevant parties. Successfully forged strong relationships with over 2K merchants, partners and vendors. Developed, increased and managed Cost Per Acquisition, Cost Per Million and Cost Per Lead agreements with merchants and retailers as well as determined licensing, sponsorship and creative opportunities across Purch brands. Increased personal sponsorship sales over 300% in 1 yr. Negotiated and induced active involvement of large merchants with an average increase in Cost Per Acquisition spending of 10%. Collaborated with display & review teams to plan, develop and implement unique packages and align review dates.

Knoxville, Tn, Us

Responsible for Corporate Sales Program training, market assessment and implementation for clients, along with PT, MGT and Supplement Program creation, installation and training. Managed marketing, partnerships, staff training and report analysis.

Dallas, Texas, Us

Established, implemented and managed a Corporate Sales Division within a chain of Gold's Gyms in Gwinnett County. Established pricing, marketing, tracking and service guidelines, as well as selling and maintaining accounts. Facilitated all company events and sales promotions, direct sales to companies in highly competitive market. Managed several facilities including staff of 50+ employees, facilitating hiring, release, task allocation and training.

Dallas, Texas, Us

Worked with local companies to establish Corporate Wellness programs. Responsibilities included initial contact, presentation, program specialization, sale and account management. Facilitated all on-site events as well as managing account issues. Assisted VP with staff training and charged with taking the market in a new direction. Also held the responsibility of testing any potential software and programs for use within the Corporate Dept.

Park City, Ut, Us

Responsible for training and supervising instructor staff of 100+ employees. Handled guest relations regarding our program, as well as assisting in the creation and implementation of program agendas.