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Building & Scaling Businesses

Helped grow Leapfrog Online from a startup into an organization of approximately 130 employees as its second employee.
Personally generated approximately $60 million in new revenue during my tenure through business development, strategic account growth, and development of new business opportunities.
Grew a financial services business vertical from its early stages to more than $60 million in revenue, generating more than 1.5 million customer acquisitions.
Helped lead the company through a successful acquisition by iProspect, a Dentsu company.

Strategic Partnerships & Client Relationships

Expanded a client portfolio from two legacy accounts to relationships with 8 of the top 10 companies in the industry, including Amoco, BP, ExxonMobil, Phillips 66, Shell, Texaco, and Valero.
Developed and managed relationships with major corporate organizations including Capital One, Charter Communications, Comcast, Discover, Fifth Third Bank, and Time Warner.
Built long-term client relationships by combining strategic thinking, customer understanding, marketing expertise, and hands-on problem solving.
Managed client-service and marketing teams responsible for complex, high-volume customer acquisition and engagement programs.

Customer Experience & Operations

Led initiatives across client services, marketing, operations, facilities, legal, and corporate development.
Developed processes and operating practices designed to improve customer experience, organizational efficiency, and accountability.
Resolved complex client issues and developed new service initiatives to strengthen relationships and retain major accounts.
Reduced general and administrative expenses by approximately 30% through improved expense management, vendor negotiations, and process improvements.
Reduced legal expenses by approximately 50% through consolidation and improved management of outside legal services.

Events & Experiential Marketing

Founded and produced the Evanston Motorcycle Classic in 2017, 2018, and 2019.
Developed the event from an initial concept into a recurring enthusiast experience.
Built relationships with sponsors, vendors, participants, and members of the local automotive and motorcycle community.
Managed marketing, communications, logistics, partnerships, and event execution.
Currently plan and lead Porsche driving experiences, Classic Rallies, and Rough Roads Tours at Porsche Colorado Springs.

Automotive & Collector Experience

Current Porsche Certified Brand Ambassador.
Work directly with Porsche owners, enthusiasts, and high-net-worth collectors, including clients with multiple Porsche vehicles.
Lifelong enthusiast of European automobiles and motorcycles.
Have owned collections of up to six automobiles and six motorcycles simultaneously.
Deep interest in Porsche history, classic automobiles, motorsports, driving experiences, and the culture surrounding collector vehicles.

Leadership & Strategic Initiatives

Served as Corporate Secretary for Leapfrog Online and worked directly with company founders and executive leadership.
Participated in board meetings, strategic planning, M&A evaluation, and due diligence.
Managed enterprise operations, facilities, legal processes, vendors, and strategic initiatives.
Taught the Interactive Marketing module of the Chicago Association of Direct Marketing's Basic Course for six years.

Evanston MotorCycle Classic

In 2016 I researched having a classic motorcycle street show in Evanston, IL. I talked with several well respected people involved in the industry within the Chicagoland area. Having nothing other than positive responses, I founded the Evanston MotorCycle Classic (EMC) and the first event was held in 2017. The event was well received and was also held in 2018 and 2019. Motorcycles that are 30 years old or older are eligible to compete for an award based on the country of origin.

More details about the event can be found below as well as the postcards for each year of the event:

Personal Interests

Ever since I was a youngster I've had a deep interest in cars and motorcycles. Yep, that first picture is of me at age 3 or so...wrench and hammer in hand! I lean towards European machinery, especially those from Germany. Some of the vehicles I either own, or have owned are shown below...they all have/had their own unique personalities and driving style...especially evident when driven/ridden back to back. I also enjoy both domestic and international travel. Road trips are are near the top of my list too....whether by car or motorcycle, especially in/on the classic ones!