A versatile and results-driven professional, I bring a wealth of experience in marketing, community development, strategic partnerships, and large language models to help companies thrive. With a track record of success in a variety of industries, including telecom, fintech, telemedicine, entertainment and startups, I leverage my unique blend of technical expertise and creative flair to drive exceptional outcomes.
Since 2019, I've been actively working with and implementing large language models, staying ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. This expertise, combined with my background in marketing and community development, positions me as a valuable asset to organizations seeking to leverage the power of AI for growth and innovation.
As the former Chief Evangelist at Cisco/Tropo, I led marketing, PR, developer outreach, and community development initiatives. I'm also the proud founder of Geeks Without Bounds, an accelerator for humanitarian tech projects, and co-founder of Factur Makerspace in Orlando. Over the years, I have had the honor of organizing and advising events such as Random Hacks of Kindness, International Space Apps Challenge, and #Everyonehacks. As a seasoned mentor and advisor, I've worked with organizations such as Startup World, AngelHack, Code for America, and TADHacks.
In my earlier career, I co-founded Voxeo, where I served as COO and VP of Community Development. I played an instrumental role in securing $35 million in venture funding and building a robust developer community. Prior to Voxeo, I co-founded unified messaging startup IRdg, which was later acquired by MediaGate (eventually Elron) in 1997.
Beyond the world of tech, I'm a passionate entertainer and public speaker, often found dueling pianos at venues like Howl at the Moon. As a producer, I helped bring the indie feature film "The Karaoke King" (2007) to life.
As a dual citizen of the US and Ireland (EU), I embrace opportunities to connect with diverse perspectives and drive global impact. My strengths (StraMore...