An innovator at heart, I’m a global leader in Growth Strategy & Ops, Brand & Product Marketing, Communications, BD & Partnerships, and International Expansion who has worked in diverse markets & industries. While my career path appears “nontraditional” to some, the unique path I’ve cultivated gives me invaluable exposure to all facets of building + growing businesses, making me a versatile, visionary leader today. My experiences span the US, Canada, Asia Pacific & Europe, where I’ve led dynamic communities & client-partner relationships across diverse cultures in each region. I’ve had the pleasure of working in both large corporate environments and hyper-growth startups, and running my own career coaching & marketing consultancy.As a strategic thinker with an operational bias, I’ve spearheaded the design & launch of global brands, products, platforms, and experiences. I’m honored to have had my work & contributions featured at industry conferences and in media, including TV, radio, newspapers, magazines, and online publications via outlets such as CNBC, Business Times, CNN, Marketing Interactive, Tatler, and Harper's Bazaar.I am super passionate about the power of connecting people through community and have gained deep expertise in building dynamic marketplaces, ecosystems & multi-sided platforms. Along with unlocking strategies to scaling communities, here are other expertise areas:● GTM & B2B/B2C/B2B2C growth strategies - both community-led & product-led growth● Global markets & cross-border business - lived & worked in the US, Asia & Europe● International expansion & new product launches - GTM A/B testing● Competitive intelligence● Market insights, UX research, consumer psychology, buyer trends & behaviors - specialty insights for Asian & Female consumer segments, and Greater China region & Southeast Asia markets● Brand, Product, Content, Performance & Integrated marketing● International marketing & localization - creatives, influencers & cultural moments that scale and are relevant● Innovation Catalyst - certified coach in Lean Startup & Design Thinking methodologies● DEI advocacy - started, led, and mentored diversity groups at every company I’ve worked at!People know me as a culture & diversity champion who is passionate about mentoring others and operates with high energy & agility. Oftentimes, when founders build a product and start a business, or a company wants to inject innovation into its operations, they’ll turn to me because I hit the ground running as a mini Brand & Operational powerhouse who GETS THINGS DONE. Every time.