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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Santa Monicia, Ca

Expanding my experience into consultancy work. I own the complete scope of business development, client success, and outreach while driving engagements with startups in digital advertising, generative AI, creator, gaming, NFT, Fintech, and acquisition space. I partnered to devise all structures and cadences to support client engagements, including playbooks, pricing, and Proof of Concept (POC) activities.TOP ACHIEVEMENTS SPAN: ► Led Fasterner.IO to highest growth in 12 years, reaching 50+ clients. ► Drove agency development and sales processes for Likewise – AI driven content recommendation engine backed by Bill Gates – reaching 10M contacts. ► Connected TransPerfect’s MediaNEXT media localization platform with leaders in the media and entertainment space – including Disney and Sony – to showcase AI and machine learning video localization services. ► Engaged with startup Laylo on connecting with audiences across platforms and monetization tactics during development of SaaS service aimed at music creators. ► Tapped to serve on advisory board for Gamers Pro, supporting realization of revenue streams in gameplay and across NFT creator marketplace. ► Catapulted potential revenue and user acquisitions, forging integration between fintech startup Fast Co and a Global Beauty Brand to unlock growth avenues.

Rochester, Ny

I was entrusted to lead strategic partnerships and collaborative programs, invigorating the once-stalled film products. I strategically connected with marketing, innovation, and film studios in LA to uncover potential business development pathways in addition to leading outreach and supporting product launches.TOP ACHIEVEMENTS SPAN: ► Attained 20% CAGR in Super 8 film sales across 3 straight years, launching first super 8 film camera globally after 40+ years. ► Generated 126% in product revenue, leveraging relationships with directors, filmmakers, and studios to build product value and revitalize film sales. ► Secured partnerships with top universities that spanned USC, NYU, UCLA, Stanford, Columbia and Pratt Institute to reintroduce film as an integral component of photography/videography coursework. ► Partnered with major enterprises that included Microsoft Azure and Spotify to promote expansion of customer engagement with core products.► Delivered impressive 5M impressions via YouTube and CES conference channels, steering development of promotional content.

Los Angeles, Ca

While working as a COO & SVP of Business Development, I managed licensing and acquisition procedures for content which reached 60+ million households, negotiating with entities located throughout Europe, Asia and Australia. I cultivated relationships with companies such as Samsung, Sony, AT&T, Microsoft, Google, Verizon, Facebook, Netflix, Amazon, Hulu and YouTube. I achieved nearly a 200% increase in network reach and engagement, securing innovating partnerships and pitching AR/VR concepts to Oculus and HTC. Key Highlights:• Worked with C-suite executives of Sony Electronics, General Motors, Chevy, Ford, Vans, The North Face, Nokia and Patagonia, securing more than $4.3 million in new revenue.• Trained and supervised over 20 employees, earning multiple promotions in recognition of exceptional relationship management and leadership abilities.

Culver City, Ca

I oversaw logistics of media production and business development initiatives for a globally-renowned entertainment company generating over $9 billion in annual revenue. I worked to ensure the highest caliber of media offerings reaching over 100 million viewers worldwide, overseeing all aspects of audio production and delivery.Key Highlights:• Launched $5 million revenue stream, introducing post-production, audio mastering partnership.• Trained and supervised 20+ specialized staff, consistently exceeding reach and revenue goals.

Culver City, Ca

In my earlier role, I managed an entire team overseeing daily production, delivery and tracking of audio elements for DVD, television, military, airline and special use. Additionally, I directed global audio production for all Sony Pictures Entertainment post-theatrical clients.

Sony Pictures Entertainment

While working as a Supervising Sound Editor, I managed a team responsible for building dialogue, sound design and foley tracks for film and television.Key Highlights:• Worked closely with television, film, and commercial writers, directors, producers and talent.• Supervised final audio mix prior to release of projects, adhering to tight weekly deadlines for audio asset delivery.

Sony Pictures Entertainment

Initially hired as a Sound Editor, I worked to develop audio tracks for film and television projects, creating sound design elements for final mix. I completed training in new digital audio non-linear editing suites and witnessed the beginning of digital filmmaking.