Experience

United Cerebral Palsy of Central Arizona

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Corporate Philanthropy Officer

  • Dec 2021 - Present

  Lead on corporate gifts benefiting UCP. Ensure donor community is well represented and donors are equiped with data and information allowing them to see their donation at work. Lead on initatives per new equipment, facilites, therapists and home respite care. Cost of care gap assistance in addition to major gift iniatives. Lead on corporate gifts benefiting UCP. Ensure donor community is well represented and donors are equiped with data and information allowing them to see their donation at work. Lead on initatives per new equipment, facilites, therapists and home respite care. Cost of care gap assistance in addition to major gift iniatives.



CTL Holdings, Ltd

• Scottsdale, Arizona

• COO, CTL Holdings Ltd

  • Jan 2007 - Present

  President/ COO Ÿ CTL Holdings, LTD: 2007– Present -Endorsement negotiation and execution: represent 30+ athletes. Brands include; Nike, Adidas, Brand Jordan, Budweiser, Comcast, ESPN Radio, Fanatics, LockerRoom Magazine, Miller Lite, Red Bull, Under Armour, Wilson, CBS, ESPN, NBC and ABC. -B2B and social media marketing/management: content production, PPC; designed and maintained Facebook, Instagram and Twitter Profiles for clients attracting 5 million-plus followers. Analytics driven… Show more President/ COO Ÿ CTL Holdings, LTD: 2007– Present -Endorsement negotiation and execution: represent 30+ athletes. Brands include; Nike, Adidas, Brand Jordan, Budweiser, Comcast, ESPN Radio, Fanatics, LockerRoom Magazine, Miller Lite, Red Bull, Under Armour, Wilson, CBS, ESPN, NBC and ABC. -B2B and social media marketing/management: content production, PPC; designed and maintained Facebook, Instagram and Twitter Profiles for clients attracting 5 million-plus followers. Analytics driven process. -Public relations, contract negotiation, career and financial management, non-profit affiliation management, concierge services, real estate services, administration services. -Negotiate and book promotional appearances -Procured off the field endorsements for clients such as Devin Hester, Charles Tillman, D.J Willliams, Brian Urlacher, Joakim Noah, Lance Briggs, Jon Vilma, Jeremy Roenick, Christopher Boykins, Sam Shields, Brandon Marshall, Floyd Mayweather, Jordan Reed, Pedro Strop -Negotiated & executed endorsement deals:Red Bull (Devin Hester), Adidas (Pedro Strop), Brand Jordan (Jordan Reed), Nike (Rickey Jean-Francios), Nike (Thomas Jones), Katona Hair (Brian Urlacher), Under Armour (Julius Jones), ESPN(Lance Briggs), LockerRoom Magazine (Jon Jones, Arthur Jones, Chandler Jones, Lance Briggs, Floyd Mayweather), Comcast (Antrel Rolle), ESPN Radio (Pedro Strop) -Director of D.J. Williams(NFL) Charity Home Team Closet; Responsibilities include event planning, donations, logistics, clothes collection, team management, team relations, community relations, accounting, social media, etc. Show less President/ COO Ÿ CTL Holdings, LTD: 2007– Present -Endorsement negotiation and execution: represent 30+ athletes. Brands include; Nike, Adidas, Brand Jordan, Budweiser, Comcast, ESPN Radio, Fanatics, LockerRoom Magazine, Miller Lite, Red Bull, Under Armour, Wilson, CBS, ESPN, NBC and ABC. -B2B and social media marketing/management: content production, PPC; designed and maintained Facebook, Instagram and Twitter Profiles for clients attracting 5 million-plus followers. Analytics driven… Show more President/ COO Ÿ CTL Holdings, LTD: 2007– Present -Endorsement negotiation and execution: represent 30+ athletes. Brands include; Nike, Adidas, Brand Jordan, Budweiser, Comcast, ESPN Radio, Fanatics, LockerRoom Magazine, Miller Lite, Red Bull, Under Armour, Wilson, CBS, ESPN, NBC and ABC. -B2B and social media marketing/management: content production, PPC; designed and maintained Facebook, Instagram and Twitter Profiles for clients attracting 5 million-plus followers. Analytics driven process. -Public relations, contract negotiation, career and financial management, non-profit affiliation management, concierge services, real estate services, administration services. -Negotiate and book promotional appearances -Procured off the field endorsements for clients such as Devin Hester, Charles Tillman, D.J Willliams, Brian Urlacher, Joakim Noah, Lance Briggs, Jon Vilma, Jeremy Roenick, Christopher Boykins, Sam Shields, Brandon Marshall, Floyd Mayweather, Jordan Reed, Pedro Strop -Negotiated & executed endorsement deals:Red Bull (Devin Hester), Adidas (Pedro Strop), Brand Jordan (Jordan Reed), Nike (Rickey Jean-Francios), Nike (Thomas Jones), Katona Hair (Brian Urlacher), Under Armour (Julius Jones), ESPN(Lance Briggs), LockerRoom Magazine (Jon Jones, Arthur Jones, Chandler Jones, Lance Briggs, Floyd Mayweather), Comcast (Antrel Rolle), ESPN Radio (Pedro Strop) -Director of D.J. Williams(NFL) Charity Home Team Closet; Responsibilities include event planning, donations, logistics, clothes collection, team management, team relations, community relations, accounting, social media, etc. Show less



Home Team Closet

• Miami, FL

• Director

  • Nov 2014 - Apr 2021

  Home Team Closet is a concept developed by NFL player DJ Williams. We gather lightly used and new clothing from professional athletes and gift it back to those in need in the communities that support them. These are items purchased and worn by the various athletes of that communities professional team. We then set up a "store" for the residents or students to shop the items that have been donated. Responsibilities include event planning, donations, logistics, clothes collection, team… Show more Home Team Closet is a concept developed by NFL player DJ Williams. We gather lightly used and new clothing from professional athletes and gift it back to those in need in the communities that support them. These are items purchased and worn by the various athletes of that communities professional team. We then set up a "store" for the residents or students to shop the items that have been donated. Responsibilities include event planning, donations, logistics, clothes collection, team management, team relations, community relations, accounting, social media, budget planning, player relations, travel and 501c3 reporting. We have at least 3 players from teams in that city attend the event in a mentorship role to talk with the participants as well as help them shop through the donated items. After the participants finish their shopping we hold a pizza party and sit down with them to discuss the days events or pressing issues in their lives they may want to discuss. Show less Home Team Closet is a concept developed by NFL player DJ Williams. We gather lightly used and new clothing from professional athletes and gift it back to those in need in the communities that support them. These are items purchased and worn by the various athletes of that communities professional team. We then set up a "store" for the residents or students to shop the items that have been donated. Responsibilities include event planning, donations, logistics, clothes collection, team… Show more Home Team Closet is a concept developed by NFL player DJ Williams. We gather lightly used and new clothing from professional athletes and gift it back to those in need in the communities that support them. These are items purchased and worn by the various athletes of that communities professional team. We then set up a "store" for the residents or students to shop the items that have been donated. Responsibilities include event planning, donations, logistics, clothes collection, team management, team relations, community relations, accounting, social media, budget planning, player relations, travel and 501c3 reporting. We have at least 3 players from teams in that city attend the event in a mentorship role to talk with the participants as well as help them shop through the donated items. After the participants finish their shopping we hold a pizza party and sit down with them to discuss the days events or pressing issues in their lives they may want to discuss. Show less



SRMG, LLC

• Boca Raton, Florida

• Director Of Marketing

  • Jun 2012 - May 2016

  SRMG is a full service agency that assists professional athletes with financial planning, insurance, marketing, concierge, relocation, marketing and branding, estate planning, career assistance and placement when retired, family planning, mortgage assistance, legal, accounting and many more. Clients receive an unparalleled level of service and attention 24 hours a day/365 days a year. SRMG is a full service agency that assists professional athletes with financial planning, insurance, marketing, concierge, relocation, marketing and branding, estate planning, career assistance and placement when retired, family planning, mortgage assistance, legal, accounting and many more. Clients receive an unparalleled level of service and attention 24 hours a day/365 days a year.



Dyme Lyfe

• Miami, FL

• Director of Marketing and Brand Management

  • Jan 2014 - Jan 2016

  -Increased revenue from a loss of $190k to positive cash flow in 16 months. -E-commerce site design and administration: established product offerings, pricing strategies, go-to market strategies, content upload, photo shoots, inventory tracking, implemented new billing, shipping and storage solutions/operations. Implemented a search engine optimization strategy, thus increasing the ranking of DYME Lyfe on search engine results, increasing brand recognition and awareness. -Brand… Show more -Increased revenue from a loss of $190k to positive cash flow in 16 months. -E-commerce site design and administration: established product offerings, pricing strategies, go-to market strategies, content upload, photo shoots, inventory tracking, implemented new billing, shipping and storage solutions/operations. Implemented a search engine optimization strategy, thus increasing the ranking of DYME Lyfe on search engine results, increasing brand recognition and awareness. -Brand recognition/awareness: increased through the use of promotions, contests on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, pop-up shops, tailgate parties, external events and by increasing search engine optimization. -Brand management: responsible for brand alignment and relationship with the NCAA and University of Miami. Secured a licensing agreement with the NCAA and University of Miami. -External vendor relations: managed outside sales, billing, outsourcing and vendor relationships. -Managed a team of six including graphic designers, marketing and fulfillment personnel. DYME is an acronym for Do.You.Emanate.Motivate. Dyme Lyfe is a brand that encourages you to be happy with who you are. At Dyme Lyfe we don't believe it's the clothes, car, watch, house, or purse that makes the person; rather the person wearing, driving, carrying these items that make them trendy and cool. Dyme Lyfe carries items in all clothing categories except for shoes. We produce Hats, T's, Jackets, Flannels, Hoodies, Beanies, Leggings, Crop Tops and Tank tops. Dyme Lyfe was founded by 12 year NFL veteran D.J Williams. A portion of proceeds go to support DJ's non-profit organization, Home Team Closet. Home Team Closet gathers lightly used and new clothing from professional athletes and gives it back to those in need in the communities that support them. Show less -Increased revenue from a loss of $190k to positive cash flow in 16 months. -E-commerce site design and administration: established product offerings, pricing strategies, go-to market strategies, content upload, photo shoots, inventory tracking, implemented new billing, shipping and storage solutions/operations. Implemented a search engine optimization strategy, thus increasing the ranking of DYME Lyfe on search engine results, increasing brand recognition and awareness. -Brand… Show more -Increased revenue from a loss of $190k to positive cash flow in 16 months. -E-commerce site design and administration: established product offerings, pricing strategies, go-to market strategies, content upload, photo shoots, inventory tracking, implemented new billing, shipping and storage solutions/operations. Implemented a search engine optimization strategy, thus increasing the ranking of DYME Lyfe on search engine results, increasing brand recognition and awareness. -Brand recognition/awareness: increased through the use of promotions, contests on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, pop-up shops, tailgate parties, external events and by increasing search engine optimization. -Brand management: responsible for brand alignment and relationship with the NCAA and University of Miami. Secured a licensing agreement with the NCAA and University of Miami. -External vendor relations: managed outside sales, billing, outsourcing and vendor relationships. -Managed a team of six including graphic designers, marketing and fulfillment personnel. DYME is an acronym for Do.You.Emanate.Motivate. Dyme Lyfe is a brand that encourages you to be happy with who you are. At Dyme Lyfe we don't believe it's the clothes, car, watch, house, or purse that makes the person; rather the person wearing, driving, carrying these items that make them trendy and cool. Dyme Lyfe carries items in all clothing categories except for shoes. We produce Hats, T's, Jackets, Flannels, Hoodies, Beanies, Leggings, Crop Tops and Tank tops. Dyme Lyfe was founded by 12 year NFL veteran D.J Williams. A portion of proceeds go to support DJ's non-profit organization, Home Team Closet. Home Team Closet gathers lightly used and new clothing from professional athletes and gives it back to those in need in the communities that support them. Show less



Strategic Advisors

• Vice President of Marketing and Sales

  • Jun 2010 - Jan 2015

  Began career at the Chicago Board of Trade, trading futures on the NASDAQ, S and P 500 and the DAX. Traded energy futures on the NYMEX, and in 2005 co partnered with Invex LLC, a financial trading and Brokerage Company, primarily focusing on trading in the wholesale natural gas industry, and hedging for major marketing companies, while continuing to develop my marketing/consulting business. With knowledge of the wholesale power markets, and marketing client base, Invex extended their… Show more Began career at the Chicago Board of Trade, trading futures on the NASDAQ, S and P 500 and the DAX. Traded energy futures on the NYMEX, and in 2005 co partnered with Invex LLC, a financial trading and Brokerage Company, primarily focusing on trading in the wholesale natural gas industry, and hedging for major marketing companies, while continuing to develop my marketing/consulting business. With knowledge of the wholesale power markets, and marketing client base, Invex extended their offerings to include power and natural gas procurement, bill auditing, and cost reduction services to their clients. While with Invex I was responsible for conducting supplier and utility bill reviews, tariff analysis, evaluating supplier offers and contract language, as well as contract negotiation. Through educating customers on the deregulated marketplace, I worked closely with clients to develop a power buying strategy, specific to that customer, and advise them on favorable market conditions to provide maximum saving while mitigating risk. Show less Began career at the Chicago Board of Trade, trading futures on the NASDAQ, S and P 500 and the DAX. Traded energy futures on the NYMEX, and in 2005 co partnered with Invex LLC, a financial trading and Brokerage Company, primarily focusing on trading in the wholesale natural gas industry, and hedging for major marketing companies, while continuing to develop my marketing/consulting business. With knowledge of the wholesale power markets, and marketing client base, Invex extended their… Show more Began career at the Chicago Board of Trade, trading futures on the NASDAQ, S and P 500 and the DAX. Traded energy futures on the NYMEX, and in 2005 co partnered with Invex LLC, a financial trading and Brokerage Company, primarily focusing on trading in the wholesale natural gas industry, and hedging for major marketing companies, while continuing to develop my marketing/consulting business. With knowledge of the wholesale power markets, and marketing client base, Invex extended their offerings to include power and natural gas procurement, bill auditing, and cost reduction services to their clients. While with Invex I was responsible for conducting supplier and utility bill reviews, tariff analysis, evaluating supplier offers and contract language, as well as contract negotiation. Through educating customers on the deregulated marketplace, I worked closely with clients to develop a power buying strategy, specific to that customer, and advise them on favorable market conditions to provide maximum saving while mitigating risk. Show less



The LockerRoom Magazine

• Buffalo Grove, Illinois

• Executive Producer and Marketing Director

  • May 2011 - May 2013

  -Talent management: procured featured athletes, responsible for logistics, scheduling interviews, securing fashion. -Production Management: graphics, storyboard layout, interview logistics, talent scheduling and fashion. Sourced targeted content from external sports journalists. -Financial management: identified, and secured advertisers. Managed advertising revenue and expenses. -- -Managed a team of eight production personnel. We have set out to distinguish ourselves from other… Show more -Talent management: procured featured athletes, responsible for logistics, scheduling interviews, securing fashion. -Production Management: graphics, storyboard layout, interview logistics, talent scheduling and fashion. Sourced targeted content from external sports journalists. -Financial management: identified, and secured advertisers. Managed advertising revenue and expenses. -- -Managed a team of eight production personnel. We have set out to distinguish ourselves from other magazines written for sports fans by creating a magazine "for athletes, by athletes", their families and peers. Our content contains a wide variety of sources including athletes, sports medicine, agents, marketing executives, owners, GM's and many more. We aim to support charities around the world by increasing the awareness of professional athletes and their philanthropy. Our parent company has donated close to 3 million dollars to charities around the world. With personalized stories, achievements, and interviews, The LockerRoom Magazine will interest athletes, friends, fans and their families alike. Show less -Talent management: procured featured athletes, responsible for logistics, scheduling interviews, securing fashion. -Production Management: graphics, storyboard layout, interview logistics, talent scheduling and fashion. Sourced targeted content from external sports journalists. -Financial management: identified, and secured advertisers. Managed advertising revenue and expenses. -- -Managed a team of eight production personnel. We have set out to distinguish ourselves from other… Show more -Talent management: procured featured athletes, responsible for logistics, scheduling interviews, securing fashion. -Production Management: graphics, storyboard layout, interview logistics, talent scheduling and fashion. Sourced targeted content from external sports journalists. -Financial management: identified, and secured advertisers. Managed advertising revenue and expenses. -- -Managed a team of eight production personnel. We have set out to distinguish ourselves from other magazines written for sports fans by creating a magazine "for athletes, by athletes", their families and peers. Our content contains a wide variety of sources including athletes, sports medicine, agents, marketing executives, owners, GM's and many more. We aim to support charities around the world by increasing the awareness of professional athletes and their philanthropy. Our parent company has donated close to 3 million dollars to charities around the world. With personalized stories, achievements, and interviews, The LockerRoom Magazine will interest athletes, friends, fans and their families alike. Show less



Common Ground Marketing

• Advertising Services

• Sports Marketing Manager

  • May 2005 - Jan 2007

  Responsible for bringing in new athlete clients to the Common Ground family. Responsibilities included marketing current clients, developing strategy to obtain new clientele, procuring signings, appearances and other revenue generating; off-field. Maintain relationships with current clients while also brining about new business. Generated over $100,000 in revenue (commission to company) during employment. Responsible for bringing in new athlete clients to the Common Ground family. Responsibilities included marketing current clients, developing strategy to obtain new clientele, procuring signings, appearances and other revenue generating; off-field. Maintain relationships with current clients while also brining about new business. Generated over $100,000 in revenue (commission to company) during employment.



Chicago Board of Trade

• Financial Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Day Trader

  • Apr 2004 - Jan 2006

  Traded Nasdaq, S&P 500 and Dax markets. All trading done on digital platform. Gained knowledge in financial markets and risk analysis. Traded Nasdaq, S&P 500 and Dax markets. All trading done on digital platform. Gained knowledge in financial markets and risk analysis.