Steve Dobbins
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Kathleen Delaney
Steve has a gift to simplify even the most complicated topics/messages. His hallmark is work aligned to the goals of the constituency he is serving, by seeking out and absorbing their issues/concerns/challenges and creating solutions that transform their experience with brands.
Joseph Bowers
I worked alongside Steve for almost eight years at Young President’s Organization (YPO). During that time, I not only witnessed Steve excel at the core elements of his role; I also watched him champion global projects such as creating Ignite, YPO’s global member magazine; launching Global Pulse, a collection of perspectives of YPO members around the globe regarding the overall current economic climate in their region; negotiating a strategic editorial relationship with CNBC; YPO.org, YPO's public-facing website - reimagined and relaunched; and the Exchange, YPO’s private online networking and communication resource for more than 25,000 CEOs. The rare mix of productivity and ambition Steve embodies coupled with his talent for building and leading marketing teams, brand building or creative strategy serves as a great example for the rest of his team, and others - no matter where they fall on the org chart.
Kathleen Delaney
Steve has a gift to simplify even the most complicated topics/messages. His hallmark is work aligned to the goals of the constituency he is serving, by seeking out and absorbing their issues/concerns/challenges and creating solutions that transform their experience with brands.
Joseph Bowers
I worked alongside Steve for almost eight years at Young President’s Organization (YPO). During that time, I not only witnessed Steve excel at the core elements of his role; I also watched him champion global projects such as creating Ignite, YPO’s global member magazine; launching Global Pulse, a collection of perspectives of YPO members around the globe regarding the overall current economic climate in their region; negotiating a strategic editorial relationship with CNBC; YPO.org, YPO's public-facing website - reimagined and relaunched; and the Exchange, YPO’s private online networking and communication resource for more than 25,000 CEOs. The rare mix of productivity and ambition Steve embodies coupled with his talent for building and leading marketing teams, brand building or creative strategy serves as a great example for the rest of his team, and others - no matter where they fall on the org chart.
Kathleen Delaney
Steve has a gift to simplify even the most complicated topics/messages. His hallmark is work aligned to the goals of the constituency he is serving, by seeking out and absorbing their issues/concerns/challenges and creating solutions that transform their experience with brands.
Joseph Bowers
I worked alongside Steve for almost eight years at Young President’s Organization (YPO). During that time, I not only witnessed Steve excel at the core elements of his role; I also watched him champion global projects such as creating Ignite, YPO’s global member magazine; launching Global Pulse, a collection of perspectives of YPO members around the globe regarding the overall current economic climate in their region; negotiating a strategic editorial relationship with CNBC; YPO.org, YPO's public-facing website - reimagined and relaunched; and the Exchange, YPO’s private online networking and communication resource for more than 25,000 CEOs. The rare mix of productivity and ambition Steve embodies coupled with his talent for building and leading marketing teams, brand building or creative strategy serves as a great example for the rest of his team, and others - no matter where they fall on the org chart.
Kathleen Delaney
Steve has a gift to simplify even the most complicated topics/messages. His hallmark is work aligned to the goals of the constituency he is serving, by seeking out and absorbing their issues/concerns/challenges and creating solutions that transform their experience with brands.
Joseph Bowers
I worked alongside Steve for almost eight years at Young President’s Organization (YPO). During that time, I not only witnessed Steve excel at the core elements of his role; I also watched him champion global projects such as creating Ignite, YPO’s global member magazine; launching Global Pulse, a collection of perspectives of YPO members around the globe regarding the overall current economic climate in their region; negotiating a strategic editorial relationship with CNBC; YPO.org, YPO's public-facing website - reimagined and relaunched; and the Exchange, YPO’s private online networking and communication resource for more than 25,000 CEOs. The rare mix of productivity and ambition Steve embodies coupled with his talent for building and leading marketing teams, brand building or creative strategy serves as a great example for the rest of his team, and others - no matter where they fall on the org chart.
Experience
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Founder and CEO
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Aug 2016 - Present
Founded in 2016, the Dobbins Group is a full-service agency solving marketing and communications challenges for clients worldwide. We bring together the best and brightest writers, designers, PR pros, brand strategists, data analysts, and other experts for customized project teams. Our 20 years working side-by-side with chief executives give us a unique, global perspective to deliver results-driven creative solutions. From startups to industry juggernauts, we help companies and individuals build strong brands, market products and services, and develop strategic communications to shape their stories and blow through their goals. Clients include: Azafran Capital Partners, BetterWorld Technology, Working Excellence, AchieveNEXT, Joseph J. Albanese, Casco Contractors and Design Studio, Alliance Resource Group, SWIMS, YPO, IBM Watson Talent, Tiger 21, Leading Peers, 50 50 Women on Boards, Peerforum, the CREATiON Companies, Stone Cottage at Serenbe, Fruth Custom Packaging, MultiFunding and more. www.dobbins-group.com
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revolucion LA
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United States
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Apparel & Fashion
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Co-founder
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Sep 2015 - Dec 2019
Launched in April 2016, revolucion is a yoga-inspired fitness apparel company with a social giveback. Each purchase includes a specific donation to a non-profit organization committed to social justice and the quest to end poverty. revolucion seeks to empower and inspire those who wear its clothes… to be their best selves and to be a part of something much bigger. Each piece is thoughtfully designed to make the wearer feel beautiful from the inside out. revolucion: transforming lives, one purchase at a time.
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Vistage
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Brazil
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Business Skills Training
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Vice President, Member Engagement
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Mar 2014 - Apr 2016
Led a team to enhance member value at the world's leading peer advisory organization for CEOs, small business owners and key executives. Vistage serves more than 20,000 chief executives in 16 countries, providing unparalleled peer-to-peer learning opportunities. As SVP of member engagement, I oversaw all areas of the member experience, including its five main programs (chief executive, small business, key executive, trusted advisor and Vistage Inside); member benefits; competitive analysts and pricing; interest and industry-based networks (launched in May 2015); online engagement and the launch of a new on-demand learning channel; the member experience and content at events; our speaker community; online engagement and more.
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Young Presidents' Organization, Inc.
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
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Nov 2007 - Mar 2014
As chief marketing and communications officer for Young Presidents' Organization (YPO), I oversaw the organization's internal and external communications, PR and media, brand strategy, market research, website content and design. Key accomplishments during my tenure included: expansion of YPO's public profile around the world: launch of YPO Global Pulse, the world's only quarterly economic sentiment survey of global CEOs; strategic partnership between YPO and CNBC; creation of YPO's flagship magazine, Ignite; streamlining of organizational communications and much more. YPO is a global peer network with more than 21,000 members in more than 125 countries, all dedicated to becoming Better Leaders Through Education and Idea Exchange. YPO companies employ more than 15 millions people and generate US$6 trillion in annual revenues. Read more at www.ypo.org
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Spin Creative
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Design Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Owner
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Sep 1997 - Nov 2007
Spin Creative is a marketing and communications company that provides full-service account management, creative development and execution to clients worldwide. Our marketing, advertising and public-relations services include editorial writing, copy writing, design, pre-press production and total-budget development. Spin Creative is a marketing and communications company that provides full-service account management, creative development and execution to clients worldwide. Our marketing, advertising and public-relations services include editorial writing, copy writing, design, pre-press production and total-budget development.
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YPO
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United Kingdom
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Business Supplies & Equipment
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200 - 300 Employee
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Marketing and Communications Manager
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1991 - 1997
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Communications Project Manager
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1990 - 1997
I was a member of YPO's marketing and communications team for seven years. From 1992 to 1995, I was editor of the organizations magazine, YPO Worldwide. Later, I became an event communications project manager, working on more than 15 YPO Universities, the organizations premier educational offering.
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Education
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1986 - 1990
University of Texas
BA, Journalism/Public Relations
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