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PlayInnovéCorporate Evolutionist | Co-Founder
Jan. 2024San Francisco Bay AreaDriving organizational evolution by fostering adaptability, engagement, and creative thinking through dynamic workshops, innovative team-building strategies, and collaborative consulting.
50/50 LeadershipBoard Vice Chair and Volunteers Chair
Apr. 2022Los Angeles, California, United StatesWe are women and men from all walks of life who agree that leadership should reflect the gender of the population: women make up more than half of the U.S. population and should be equally included in boardrooms, elected offices, academia, and all public and private enterprises and endeavors. 50/50 Leadership empowers, educates, and inspires women from all walks of life to become leaders in their careers and communities.
Austin J. Roberts ConsultingPrincipal Consultant
Jan. 2015California, United StatesLeadership:
We specialize in cultivating visionary and agile leadership that prioritizes humanity. Collaborating closely with executives and management teams, we foster transformative leadership styles, emphasizing emotional intelligence, inclusive practices, and effective communication to build high-performing leaders and teams. Creativity:
At the core of innovation lies creativity, which drives our passion. We leverage creativity to inspire breakthrough ideas, optimize problem-solving, and deliver compelling marketing and creative services. Our approach nurtures a culture of curiosity and equips organizations with tools to unleash their untapped creative potential. Sustainability:
Sustainability is integral to long-term success. We help businesses integrate environmental, social, and governance principles into their strategies, turning sustainability into a competitive advantage. With Sustainability Professional designations, we collaborate as partners in change, developing strategies, establishing ESG reporting, and guiding corporate responsibility programs.
California Concentrate CoProject Manager
Jan. 2009 - Dec. 2018Acampo, California, United StatesLeading supplier of varietal grape and malt concentrates for wineries, breweries, and food and beverage manufacturers. Subsidiaries include Kimberley Wine Vinegars, Alexander’s Sun Country, and Essence Wines. Held multiple positions simultaneously during tenure with company and promoted multiple times. Began supporting the organization as a Lab Tech, followed by Executive Assistant, soon growing into various management roles including: Operations Project Manager • Successfully led various cross-functional operations projects including a “Go Green” initiative, inventory control, certification audits, contingency plans, and food safety programs. • Developed employee handbook, job descriptions, and procedures. • Acted as a change agent for various programs throughout tenure. Sales and Brand Manager • Led the sales team’s efforts to wineries, food and beverage manufacturers, and home winemakers. • Developed and implemented the business’ first marketing plan, building multiple websites and establishing a brand identity across multiple product lines. • Successfully launched two new product lines: (1) Flavor enhancement product developed specifically for food and beverage manufacturers; responsibilities included go-to-market strategy, promotion materials, pricing structure, and distribution. (2) New wine brand targeting overseas markets; Developed brand identity, designed and directed all marketing materials including bottle labels, and managed supplier and distributor relationships. • Established and managed Public Relations protocols including recall programs.
Kimberley Wine VinegarsGlobal Sales
Jan. 2009 - Dec. 2018Acampo, California, United StatesKimberley Wine Vinegars was the first producer of authentic French-style Orleans process vinegar in the United States - made with care in small batches to this day, Kimberley is renowned for their artisanal wine vinegar. Collaborating with Eco-Conscious Food Marketing's Allison Boomer allowed us to scale the business and provided an incredible professional experience - we (non-exhaustive):
• Conducted marketing promotions at various food shows throughout the US. • Established an online presence including e-commerce, refreshed marketing campaign, and championed retail displays - organizing and facilitating tastings at retail locations including Whole Foods, Sur La Table, and Williams Sonoma.
• Facilitated domestic and international distributor relations.
Enterprising Kid CoFounder
Jan. 2007 - Dec. 2010Entrepreneurial minded from a young age. Developed and launched an online platform for young entrepreneurs, secured funding, and negotiated sale of business, intellectual property, and domain.
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