Immersion acts as a premier venture development partner with over a decade of experience helping founders, enterprises and public organizations in the development of commercializable solutions to the world’s problems. We do this through a comprehensive programmatic strategy that unlocks the true innovation potential of a community by providing the people within it with access to a suite of knowledge, resources, and partnerships that live inside and outside it.Prior to Immersion our collective has aided in the development of over 100 ventures from enterprise technology, hospitality tech, consumer goods, IoT to aerospace. Creating over $2B+ in value across 8 funds and alongside 20+ enterprise organizations around the world. Our partners are disruptive technology leaders, bold brand builders and smart money investors that have been pivotal in the growth of many industries. Immersion focuses on the full lifecycle of innovation and aids in the development of programs that range from as early as high school to executive programs at the world’s top research universities.Our flagship offerings include:- Access to advisory services- Seed To Exit Program- Executive Leadership Development Program- Venture Fellow Programs- Value of Policy Programs- Venture Development As A Service- Innovation Challenges- Our Venture Acceleration Program

Uncle Bucks is located at the gateway of the Fiserv Forums famous Deer District.Offering an authentic rustic Northwoods meets a hip east coast theme, with featured prize Buck trophies from local hunters throughout Wisconsin. You can expect a warm and cozy experience with an exciting evening flare where you can dance the night away.During our dining hours, you can enjoy upscale pub fare made by our Chef Ben Crevensten. He made a menu with everything from delicious freshly blended brisket and short ribs burgers, fried green tomato BLT, pork belly burnt ends, salmon, veggie pasta and some Wisconsin classics sprinkled throughout the menu.Our cocktails are designed with both passion and culture in mind. Taking traditional bi-coastal classic cocktails and adding a Wisconsin twist to them. You won't go thirsty for one second with 24 of the states best draft beers to choose from.All about your game days? Well so are we and we take them seriously! You won't miss a single shot, pass, pitch or kick with a back bar that holds 4 65in LED televisions and two separate big screens to make you feel like you're at every game.We even have a game room for your kids or even adults to enjoy. Uncle Bucks is a place for everyone to feel welcome while they experience what the true culture of Wisconsin feels like right outside of the Fiserv Forum.

If you’re looking for nightlife excitement the Red Star rooftop is where you want to be. Offering a cozy gas-fired bar top for 25 people to sit around and enjoy our craft cocktails and sharable menu items in the second-floor lounge.Red Star has breathtaking views of the Bucks new Fiserv Forum, the Milwaukee River, Old World 3rd Street and the Deer District. Red Star stands high above Old World Third Street acting as a beacon that leads you to the rhythm and sound hidden within this multi-structural entertainment complex.Red Star is more than just an amazing view with great sound. The rooftop lounge dining features sharable plates to serve 4-6 people. With some of the most notable being our tahini and serrano dip with pita bread and mixed vegetables, shrimp and grits, as well as our roasted carrots w honey Greek yogurt. Our passion is creating an experience that creates lasting memories for each of our guests. Please contact us at book@redstaronthird.com for reservations and inquiries.

I am a member of the advisory board of the UC Riverside Design Thinking Program.We focus on incorporating human-centric innovation.Today’s competitive and dynamic landscape requires re-imagining business strategies and approaches to innovation. At the heart of your product development lives the goal of solving an unmet need for your customers. Design Thinking employs methods and mindsets to promote a human-centered approach. By effectively leveraging the design thinking framework and embracing human insights, you can quickly and efficiently create better products and experiences for your customers.In this program, you will learn to work collaboratively to solve complex problems while combining creative and analytical methodology. Develop deep insights, understand human behavior, articulate design needs, prototype solutions, and test and validate in an iterate-based process.The UCR University Extension Design Thinking Program is designed by industry experts for professionals seeking a practical framework for this fast-growing discipline. From empathizing, defining, ideating, prototyping, testing, and validating - get ready to roll up your sleeves and apply your new skills in this hands-on, interactive course.

We help the nation's leading enterprises connect with the United States' top community of diverse technology, advanced manufacturing, and healthcare professionals.We are Arizona's 2021 Minority Emerging Technology & Industries Firm Of The YearEase connects diverse and highly qualified candidates, at scale, with the nation's top organizations looking to hire. Our technology and processes reduce hiring bias by providing companies with an AI-enabled way to attract, vet and upskill often-overlooked talent.Ease is an alum of the world's top technology accelerator programs gener8tor and Plug & Play Tech Center and is backed by some of the nation's top angel investors, CSA Partners and Northwestern Mutual.Ease is the 2020 winner of Milwaukee Reverse Pitch for creating an industry-leading diverse external talent marketplace that matches the ideal corporations and professionals and allows them to collaborate within a proprietary remote environment. Ease partners with the nation's top universities, coding camps, and corporations to create an equal opportunity remote workforce platform.

I help companies understand where they want to go, how they will get there, and how to attract the best talent that is stage relevant to your journey.

I am honored to sit on the board of the nation's leading organization devoted to empowering innovation and entrepreneurship in education and the missions of student entrepreneurs.

I am a contributing writer for Entrepreneur that is passionate about conversations around workforce innovation, technology, education, and social impact.

LLUX is a luxury private member club that connects the world's leading creators, connectors, and innovators through experiences. LLUX also provides a private online community that allows for its members to share insights, resources, and expert groups to help accelerate each other towards their goals.Here are a number of brands and stars that the LLUX Group has been blessed to attract and collaborate with:Aaron Paul and Bryan Cranston's - Dos HombresBrody Jenner's - Mamita'sGoPuff44 NorthThe Indy 500 & Indy Autonomous ChallengeMike Ditka & Jaws Cigars with the StarsNFTVIP - Las VegasKeyshia ColeMarvin Bagley IIIand many more.The LLUX HQ is located at Scottsdale Airport inside of a member-owned private hangar that has been converted into the community's "hideaway". Outfitted with offices, a podcast studio, exotic car storage, and private event space overlooking the runway.

Located at Scottsdale AirportWe are excited to present to The Hideaway which is a Jet Hangar converted into the headquarters of the LLUX Group. This is a creation by Scottsdale's newest private member club the LLUX Group who takes pride in creating an experience that brings exceptional people together. The space has been outfitted with offices, a podcast studio, and meeting space for our community.Unique Perks:The Hideaway is located on a private taxiway which excludes us from the Scottsdale airpark restrictions that other hangars have. We are steps away from the primary takeoff spot which creates a memorable experience as each jet takes off in the background.The Hideaway works in conjunction with our partners in the valley. Allowing you to be able to have access to luxury car rentals, private jet charters, and much more. If you're looking to connect with the most unique and diverse network of professionals in the valley then please join the LLUX Group and come experience The Hideaway.

Returned to company as a consultant to re-concept, redesign, rebrand, remodel and implement new managerial processes. Nathan has achieved rapid success within the organization underneath his leadership. With this success he was able to become a partner in the company within the first 6 months of returning.• Increased sales by over 400% within 6 months of returning to the organization with a 1% marketing budget.o Sales have continued to increase by 30-50% per quarter.• Worked with a graphic design team to develop new brand identity “Ugly’s a place of casual sophistication”.• Created a cloud based inventory management, accounting, and cash flow system. Allowing for a deeper look into the business and cutting costs dramatically.• Developed and implemented a new HR and training system.• Developed and launched new seasonal menus through collaboration with new management team. • Developed community/national partnerships through successful execution of a corporate outreach strategy. Companies such as:o Phillip’s Distilling: ♣ Launched Prairie Organic Spirits within the Milwaukee market.♣ Quickly exceeded all goals and became the top seller in the state and top 5 in the country.o iHeart Media: Developed an exclusive partnership with iHeart Media’s 97.3NOW for on premise promotions/partnerships.

Developed a brand that focuses on creating a meeting place for entrepreneurs within the community. Partnering with a number of organizations and community leaders to make this dream come to life. Novo will also boast Downtown Milwaukee’s second rooftop experience. • Personally conceptualized and designed the entire space.• Worked along side numerous contractors and wholesalers throughout construction process to bring the concept to life.• Partnered with local organizations and community leaders:o Worked with Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele to host a number of events throughout his campaign. Adding value to a great number of young professionals and placing Abele in front of over 300 people.o Partnered with Matt Cordio of Startup Milwaukee to revitalize Startup Happy Hour and host some of the largest events it has seen to date.• Currently working to develop their unique rooftop experience that will be launching the summer of 2016.

Utilizing innovative and creative techniques to continually deliver the best possible experience to all of our guests.

• Started as a loader in November of 2009 and was promoted within 4 months to Outbound Supervisor on the Night Sort• Demonstrated leadership qualities and drove his operations from last to #1 in operations rank in the first quarter with 138% effectiveness• Chosen to represent UPS at all United Way events such as; Celebrity Waiters, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala and United Way Closing• These achievements are not limited only to UPS but through my college career as well being selected to compete in the UWM Public Speaking Showcase where I received a certificate of Achievement for my valuable contributions and speech on James E. Casey in 2011 which demonstrated excellent oral communication• Transferred to UPS – Oak Creek Twilight Outbound operations where the same great success was continued and achieved number one outbound operation within one quarter• Transferred to CERC – Supervisor (Co-chaired Employee Retention Committee) effectively reduced turnover by 23%• Transferred to Tilt Tray operations and effectively reduced operations cost, increased attendance, and increased service to customers• Selected to be 1 of 10 in the Nation for UPS Leadership Development Program interning for the position of Account Executive all within 3 years of employment