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CNoteBoard Member
Apr. 2025CNote gives corporations, institutions and individuals a simple, effective way to invest in under-resourced communities at scale.
EvolutionExecutive Coach & Partner
Jan. 2023Evolution is a global coaching, consulting, and investment firm that partners with high-growth companies and investors to drive long-term, holistic success through leadership and culture. We work exclusively with companies that strive to be iconic, world-enriching, evolutionary businesses, such as Glassdoor, Slack, Microsoft, Dropbox, Radiology Partners, Twitter (X), Ford Foundation, and more.
Interlock CapitalLimited Partner
Apr. 2022
TechstarsInvestment Principal, Techstars Anywhere
Aug. 2021 - Nov. 2022AnywhereI helped run Techstars Anywhere—sourcing startups, building teams, and shaping strategy while guiding founders and mentors through the wild ride.
Interlock CapitalVenture Partner / Angel Investor
Apr. 2021
Founders First Capital PartnersBusiness Coach
Nov. 2020 - Jul. 2021As a coach with Founders First, I helped scrappy, service-based businesses grow smart—backing underrepresented founders with real talk and real results.
MelaniGordon.comFounder & Business Coach
Mar. 2020Reno, Nevada, United StatesI help ambitious humans get unstuck, get clear, and take back the wheel in their careers, businesses, and lives. I coach startup founders, execs, and career leaders through high-stakes transitions—whether that’s scaling a company, exiting a role, shifting identities, or simply figuring out what’s next when the old playbook no longer works.
San Diego Startup WeekCo-Founder
Jan. 2014 - Jan. 2019San Diego
Evergreen (fka TapHunter)CEO / Co-Founder
Jan. 2012 - Aug. 2021Greater San Diego AreaI co-founded Evergreen (formerly TapHunter), a software company that helped over 5,000 bars and restaurants stay organized, update menus, and connect with customers—used by names like Whole Foods and Stone Brewing.
gWave Consulting, Inc.CEO / Co-Founder
Aug. 2006 - Oct. 2012Founded and led a scrappy marketing agency that turned creative ideas into ROI for brands like True Religion, Quidel, and Swinerton
Z57, IncMarketing Manager
Feb. 2005 - Jul. 2006
PINTOnline Marketing Manager
Jan. 2003 - Jan. 2004Led digital strategy for top accounts like Lantronix and Barona Casino at a nationally recognized web dev firm.
Z57, Inc.Senior Executive Consultant
Jan. 2000 - Jan. 2003Greater San Diego AreaI helped real estate pros turn clicks into closings with websites, SEO, and lead-gen magic.
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