Sean Boylan Email & Phone Number

San Francisco, Ca, Us

Serene Investment Management is a dynamic and forward-thinking lower-middle market special situations firm specializing in venture debt, debtor-in-possession (DIP) financing, and other strategic lending solutions. Committed to identifying and capitalizing on unique investment opportunities, Serene leverages deep market insights and a tailored approach to deliver exceptional value to its stakeholders. We strive to be the most efficient and seamless capital provider in the market.

Los Angeles, California, Us

Veggie Grill is the largest plant-based restaurant group in the United States. The brand portfolio includes Veggie Grill, Más Veggies Vegan Taqueria, Stand-Up Burgers, and Vegan Bowls For All.Reporting directly to Veggie Grill's Executive Chairman, I was responsible for developing strategic partnerships and implementing localized marketing initiatives across 34 different trade areas. I modernized the company's partnership marketing function, which included a complete overhaul of Veggie Grill's keystone customer acquisition program, VG Lunch On Us, as well as the Community Fundraising program.

Los Angeles, California, Us

• Directed brand development, product positioning, and launch strategy for company's new virtual concept, Vegan Bowls For All, introducing the brand to 29 different trade markets.• Managed brand presence and relationships with all major delivery service platforms; spearheaded platform optimizations that resulted in Veggie Grill’s brands ranking #1 for all relevant keyword searches.• Developed differentiated social and community management strategies for all 14 branded accounts, implementing a strategic overhaul based on amplifying short-form video, talent partnerships, brand-building content, and collaborations with synergistic brands resulting in successful outcomes that included increase of +120% engagement, +514% impressions, and +216% follower growth.• Executed a first-for-brand menu collaboration that resulted in increases of +29% new online guests, +14% loyalty sales, +40% in-restaurant check-ins, and +33% app downloads month over month.

REVEL is a first-of-its-kind music and wellness platform that partners better-for-you brands with cultural icons to inspire a healthier world. REVEL produces engaging and informative content that helps partner brands grow their audiences, drive revenue, and make a positive social impact. - - - - - - - - - -• Co-created the platform from idea to execution - positioning, identity, and monetization.• Led sponsorship sales team; conceptualized and executed sponsorship packages.• Secured top-tier brands such as Veggie Grill, Thrive Market, and Gibson Guitar as sponsors.• Designed talent acquisition program that secured celebrity talent including Grammy-winning artists Ziggy Marley and Colbie Caillat, Mark Pontius of Foster the People, Olympic gold medalist Asafa Powell, and ultramarathon legend Dean Karnazes.• Facilitated a successful event outcome that produced 10 livestream broadcasts and 200 organic posts, which generated a total unique reach of 4.8MM, 5.8MM impressions, 263K live video views, and 46K engagements. Average return on ad spend for event sponsors was 11.4x.

El Segundo, California, Us

Socialtyze drives revenue for leading brands by combining Talent Management, Data-Driven Storytelling, and Performance Marketing. Clients include: Mercury Insurance, VIZIO, Paramount, Rubio's, and over 200 others. - - - - - - - - - -• Led agency's business development team, growing relationships with clients, vendors, and channel partners.• Responsible for a portfolio of accounts - coordinating day-to-day execution of multi-channel campaigns while strengthening client relationships and building long-term loyalty.• Worked closely with company's CEO and creative, media, and talent management team leads in building unique marketing solutions aligned with client needs.• Drove growth for the Wine & Jazz media platform, created to pair wine industry clients with jazz musicians.

Pittsburgh, Pa, Us

A trusted leader in clinically studied dietary supplements for weight loss, strength and performance. - - - - - - - - - -• Led team of 10 direct reports in the greater Boulder area's highly competitive sports nutrition market• Consistently achieved top 5% highest store sales numbers state-wide• Worked with district and corporate leadership to enact regional sales strategies and promotions• Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and knowledge

San Francisco, Ca, Us