Brad James
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Experience
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Sketchy Ideas
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Poland
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E-Learning Providers
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Co-host
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Jul 2020 - Present
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States LIVE EVERY WEDNESDAY 130 pm CST Diving into sketchy ideas around Business, Leadership and Personal Development with Great Guests and my Friend and Colleague Michael Rampolla!
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Blackhawk Group
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United States
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Information Technology & Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Owner
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Jan 2018 - Present
Wisconsin, United States The future is in alternate financial assets that can't be dominated by people, but by true supply and demand. Teaching about Blockchain and cryptocurrency to those interested in finding new assets.
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Beepods
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United States
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Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
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President and CEO
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Jan 2015 - Present
Greater Milwaukee Area Beepods is a startup, so I wear many hats. We are focused on bringing sustainable beekeeping solutions to individuals and organizations and making it better for the bees and easier on the beekeeper.
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Connected Catalyst
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Non-profit Organizations
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Principal
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Aug 2011 - Present
Greater Milwaukee Area Strategic Coaching, Consulting and Agency Work with partners all over the world. Our Mission is to help your business grow through creative means that fit your business goals.
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Program Director and Event Coordinator
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May 2007 - Present
Founded, Designed and Implemented a Youth Triathlon and 6 week Training program that has grown from 46 kids in the event, to now 70 kids in training and over 150 kids participating in the event after 4 years.
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Cream City Marketing
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Accounts and Strategy
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Jan 2019 - Jan 2023
Greater Milwaukee Area
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CEO/Founder
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May 2013 - Jan 2016
Madison, Wisconsin Area Almost everyone has heard the analogy of filling up our jar with the big rocks first, then the gravel, sand, and water. If we don't take care of the big rocks first (priorities to success in achieving what's important) we tend to build unsustainable or plateauing organizations which never truly achieve the vision we have set for them. The objective of taking an organization from where they're at to the next level is our specialty. This can mean a lot of different things to many… Show more Almost everyone has heard the analogy of filling up our jar with the big rocks first, then the gravel, sand, and water. If we don't take care of the big rocks first (priorities to success in achieving what's important) we tend to build unsustainable or plateauing organizations which never truly achieve the vision we have set for them. The objective of taking an organization from where they're at to the next level is our specialty. This can mean a lot of different things to many different decision makers within any organization. It could mean a turnaround is necessary, organizational strategy, marketing, sales, anything that could help improve the bottom line or make it existant. Our network of specialists and utility players makes it possible to fill a need or find someone who can. We are focused on helping you build the foundational pieces to move forward; the big rocks. Our focus starts with your vision and understanding where you are to even see if we can help. From there... the sky is the limit. Show less
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Northwestern Mutual
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United States
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Financial Services Representative
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Aug 2012 - Aug 2014
Helped identify financial needs for Short term, Mid-term and Long-range objectives for financial security. Helped to identify and build personal, professional and financial objectives through listening and educating individuals, families and groups on the importance of personal reflection of goals before embarking on identifying financial components to achieve said goals. Worked with individuals to build detailed plans to achieve personal, professional and financial goals, as well as… Show more Helped identify financial needs for Short term, Mid-term and Long-range objectives for financial security. Helped to identify and build personal, professional and financial objectives through listening and educating individuals, families and groups on the importance of personal reflection of goals before embarking on identifying financial components to achieve said goals. Worked with individuals to build detailed plans to achieve personal, professional and financial goals, as well as, supplying them with financial tools, a support team and coaching to make sure they stayed on track. Show less
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Mandli Communications
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United States
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Information Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sales and Marketing Account Manager
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Sep 2011 - Aug 2012
Madison, Wisconsin Area Sales Account Development, Marketing and Sales Strategy, Education and Service to any and all in the field.
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Fort Aquatic Center Manager
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2004 - Aug 2011
Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin Manage and train personnel in the facility (mostly lifeguard staff), as well as develop new marketing strategies through event days, social media and other creative solutions.
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Wisconsin Singers
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United States
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Entertainment
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business Manager
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May 2010 - Jun 2011
Madison, Wisconsin Area Manage and facilitate a team of project managers, a public relations intern and a graphic artist in producing Wisconsin Singers' sponsored shows in 12 to 16 communities around the Midwest. Also, improve and develop business models that will help in the success of self sponsored shows.
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Company Manager
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2009 - 2010
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Education
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University of Wisconsin-Madison
BS - Microbiology, Microbiology, Business