Interactive product developer. World record ultra runner. Jazz fanatic. Humanitarian. Christ follower.
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- SummaryAn interactive product development professional who understands the power of media and the technology behind it. Passionate about the kind of innovation that occurs at the intersection of creativity, technology, and human experience.
Digital Product Developer
An experienced, hands-on digital marketing leader accountable for providing ‘big idea’ development, execution, management and analysis of innovative, results-oriented digital products and marketing campaigns.
New Media Strategist
Constantly inspired and fascinated by the ever-changing world of new media. Has a skill set built on the art of leveraging digital technologies, architecting positive user experiences, and engineering new media marketing strategies.
Business Intelligence Analyst
Experience helping people of all technical skill levels from entry level to senior management solve problems and convert raw data into actionable information. Interprets and makes recommendations for business decisions based on information analysis.
Interactive Designer
Enjoy turning complex data into visual solutions that make communications accurate, clear, insightful, and compelling. Passionate about creating rewarding experiences through innovation and usability that translate into intuitive interactions.Specialties: Social Media Strategy, Digital Marketing, Project Management, User Experience Design, Web Development, Content Management, Analytics, Optimization, Graphic Design, Marketing Research, GIS mapping, Audio/video productionExperience- May 2012 - PresentDirector of Digital Business / Naxos of AmericaLead the idea generation, planning, and technical development of digital products and services to market. Utilize a expansive database of classical music metadata to develop educational and consumer-based offerings such as mobile/tablet applications, eBooks, promotional websites, e-mail newsletters, and targeted interactive marketing campaigns. Ensure projects come together on time and meet stakeholder expectations for data integrity and product quality by utilizing project management and systems development best practices throughout the production processes.
- Jul 2010 - PresentNew Media Specialist / Tailor SolutionsDevelop and execute comprehensive social media strategies for companies to grow online communities and drive traffic. Successfully manage projects to create and redesign websites to successfully engage and increase sales leads for companies. Consult with individuals and teams to fully utilize social networks to strengthen brand engagement and increase SEO. Manage and grow companies social media presence and trained staff to successfully do the same. Train staff to create regular compelling content for blogging and social media sites to drive traffic and add value to prospects.
- Jan 2010 - PresentChief Architect / First GenerationResponsible for the technology and user experience that power our unique philanthropic marketplace, and is responsible for the day-to-day operations and ongoing development of the website. I am currently active in keeping First Generation digitally healthy and at the forefront of innovative giving through creative technology. (Formally AfferoProject.com)
- May 2011 - Apr 2012Strategic Consultant / CentreSourceServe as new media marketing and creative web advisor, SEM and SEO strategist, strategic planner, and general web consultant for a broad range of companies (B2B, B2C, and C2C). Coordinate agency resources of designers and developers to complete interactive projects. Ensure that initial vision is successfully achieved during execution, while managing the scope of projects to meet assigned budget and timeline.
- Jul 2008 - Dec 2010Founder / Bravato MusicDeveloped an innovative online platform from the ground up that connects musicians and venues around the country using advanced profile matching. Like a dating site for live music. Users discover, schedule and review both musicians and venues online.
- Oct 2008 - Apr 2009Co-Founder / FastPitch, LLCThe first of its kind in Nashville, FastPitch was a new style of competition designed to showcase great entrepreneurial ideas. Entrepreneurs from our community competed with 60-second pitches in front of three judges and a live audience for cash awards and an opportunity for investment.
- Jul 2008 - Apr 2009Account Executive / Anode inc.Responsible for closing both new opportunities and repeat sales for visual information design and interactive media clients including corporations, museums, schools and libraries. Identified new target clients and collect information about their industry and business. Secured signed contract agreements, and provided information to internal team to facilitate smooth solution implementation.
- Aug 2006 - Jun 2008Director of Research & New Media / NAI NashvilleResponsible for streamlining operations by overhauling data communications. Established an online enterprise-level master database for all properties and customer relationships. Created podcasts and daily news feeds as a marketing tool to the commercial real estate and development community. Produced reports detailing the local trends in sales, leasing, absorption and vacancies.
- Apr 2005 - Aug 2006Commercial Broker / RE/MAX CommercialSpecialized in the sale and leasing of commercial real estate. Focused primarily on office, retail, and investment properties.
- Mar 2004 - Apr 2005Owner/Manager/Agent / Tie Line Management & Momentum Artist AgencyManaged and directed overall operations of independent management firm and booking agency. Held full responsibility for obtaining and securing engagements, negotiating contract terms, budgeting, managing staff and communicating with the buyers and promoters. In charge of developing all aspects of artist’s career. Worked closely with attorneys, booking agents, labels, producers, etc. Served as an emissary between radio stations, media and press outlets.
- 2004 - 2004Internship / National Association of Recording Arts & SciencesResponsible for organizing the annual FANtasy Auction by raising over $20,000 for music scholarships and educational programs. Utilized strong sales skills to solicit and obtain funds to promote programs. Assisted in developing and promoting various promotional events including the GRAMMY Awards. Served as a liaison to the recording community by developing contact lists and maintaining ongoing correspondence with media outlets.
- Aug 1999 - Dec 2002Management / Production Assistant / National Pastimes ProductionsHelped coordinate all facets of the "We Always Swing" Jazz Series. Assisted with extensive promotion efforts, generated email databases, help to maintain a web page, stagehand during performances, and use P/R skills for artists such as Wynton Marsalis & Herbie Hancock.
- May 2001 - Aug 2001Marketing / The Verve Music GroupAssisted with all marketing functions in the world's largest jazz and adult record label, the Verve Music Group. Duties included servicing retail locations, creating press packets, designing and distributing promotional fliers, venue servicing, editing of CD inserts, and confirming copyright clearance for such artists as Diana Krall and Russell Malone.
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2005 - 2006CCIM InstituteCCIM in Commercial Real Estate
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2003 - 2003Full Sail UniversityAS in Recording Arts
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1998 - 2002University of Missouri-ColumbiaBA in Business, Music & Communications
Activities: Campus Crusade for Christ, Climbing Club, Rowing Club
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Interests:Ultrarunning, Rock climbing, Mountaineering, Sailing, Backpacking, Wine, Jazz, Technology, Podcasting, Entrepreneurship, Global justice
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- Found out there's a 2.2% surcharge for international purchases on @INGDirect card. But 0% if I use @PayPal card passing through same acct.
- Finishing up building my boys a climbing wall with sandstone rocks flown in from Utah. http://t.co/c8mZHNli
- Ran 6.75 miles in 48 mins. Listened to the new John Mayer album. Wow, was that unexpectedly melancholy. Seems the mu... http://t.co/WgrnrciR
- With 3k+ miles in ~15mo, I just replaced my @INOV8run F-Lite 195's w/ same model. Thx @zappos #ultrarunning http://t.co/YI7lxEkw
- Ran 4.65 miles in 36 mins. "Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new." — Albert Einstein http://t.co/OiFVaqTa
- Cool, mockup mobile apps using Keynotopia templates: http://t.co/phsZNvwD - HT @WorldRider
- Marked as to-read: Read This Before Our Next Meeting by Al Pittampalli http://t.co/W69F6Bry
- Google Voice (Grand Central) founder is now focused on overhauling conference calls. It'll... http://t.co/C03SWFRl
- My son would absolutely love this LEGO .mp3 player! http://t.co/X56vVQVs
- @captainkirksey they call it "training" for a reason. Well done, you'll do awesome!
- @captainkirksey wait a min… YOU went directly through the creeks? No … ;)
- Nashville named one of the top 10 U.S. cities for technology jobs! Forbes Names the Hottest Citie... http://t.co/ed6CKaPO
- @garyscheffler thx man. Appreciate hearing that. Never know what might resonate with somebody…
- @mrampulla thx for inviting me to share!
- Playing upright and sharing my testimony at church this morning. But not at th @ Southview Community Church http://t.co/mQJIMgqa
- My Top 3 #lastfm Artists: NeedToBreathe (45), Kings of Leon (41) & Michala Petri & Keith Jarrett (26) http://t.co/6jrefGWh
- Ran 5 miles in 40 mins. Snoozed the alarm for almost an hour this morning. Zzzzz http://t.co/g9Bs7z1Z
- I'm running the scoreboard. Feeling powerful @ Spring Hill Little League Ball Parks http://t.co/o9voBjSX
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Checkins
- Panera Bread3046 Columbia Avenue
- Costco98 Seaboard Ln.
- Banana Republic1800 Galleria Blvd.
- Southview Community Church3011 Harrah Dr
- Spring Hill Little League Ball ParksToone Prados St
- Southview Community Church3011 Harrah Dr
- Starbucks4839 Main St
- Naxos of America, Inc.1810 Columbia Ave Ste. 28
- Kroger Marketplace4726 Traders Way
- Logan's Roadhouse2008 Crossings Cir.
- Southview Community Church3011 Harrah Dr
- Spring Hill Little League Ball ParksToone Prados St
- Target1033 Crossings Blvd
- Bed Bath & Beyond1030 Crossings Boulevard
- DOLLAR TREEThe Crossings of Spring Hill
- Home Depot5411 Columbia Pike
- Starbucks438 Main St.
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Top ArtistsEsbjörn Svensson TrioJamie CullumColdplayDave Matthews BandHans ZimmerAvishai CohenSnow PatrolThe Bad PlusMUTEMATHBrad MehldauJason MrazNeedToBreatheMat KearneyJohn MayerU2Imogen HeapRadioheadAngélique KidjoMadeleine PeyrouxDiana KrallNorah JonesMiles DavisFrou FrouBrad Mehldau TrioCéuTrio ElfAthleteKeaneMaroon 5Michael BubléOK GoKate HavnevikJemLars DanielssonJohn WilliamsCitizen CopeCharlie HadenAlboran TrioStingTord Gustavsen TrioPeter CincottiNickel CreekOwl CityKings of LeonChris TomlinLes NubiansPink MartiniM83Portico QuartetOzomatli
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