Community-driven leader with a strong passion for creating inclusive and impactful social change. Proven ability to build meaningful relationships across diverse communities, drive business development, and lead strategic initiatives that promote culture, equity, and inclusion. Skilled in sales, partnership cultivation, and project management, with a track record of successfully launching and scaling programs that empower underrepresented voices. Experienced in athlete representation and developing talent and leadership programs that foster growth and opportunity. Committed to amplifying social responsibility and advancing equitable, sustainable impact across sectors.More...
Chris Gilbert
Software Engineer@Southern Methodist University
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Chris Gilbert is a proficient Software Engineer at Southern Methodist University, where he applies his strong technical skills in developing, testing, and maintaining software systems. He has a deep understanding of various programming languages and software development methodologies. His role involves working collaboratively with a team to design user-friendly interfaces, ensure system efficiency, and troubleshoot software issues. Chris's expertise significantly contributes to the university's digital transformation efforts, enhancing operational efficiency and user experience.More...
Charles Aguillon
Consultant and educator
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Skilled in non-profit management and administration K-12 along with University teaching experience make me a well well-rounded consultant.More...
Kristen Polster
Senior Lecturer@Southern Methodist University
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I’m a senior lecturer in English, specializing in writing and literature. I am also a voice actor and an experienced writer, editor, and blogger with a love of language, humor, and great writing.More...
Ashley Whitt
Director of Visual Resources@Southern Methodist University
Pedro Aragone Diaz is a dynamic Strategy & Financial Analyst with over a five years of experience in driving financial growth and strategic initiatives for Fortune 500 companies. Pedro established and implemented a story-driven and forward looking sales and customer engagement strategy for the Technology, Media , Communications Industry Practice at a Fortune 100 financial services and consulting firm. This client engagement shift to a client-focused, business enablement approach led to a 20% increase in RFP success in new business and 15% growth in expanded business with existing clients in just two years since the the new strategy first started to be implemented. With a keen eye for market trends and a knack for data-driven decision-making, he has been instrumental in reshaping the Tech coverage group’s financial metrics and raised its revenue generation ceiling. Pedro holds an BBA from SMU’s Edwin L. Cox School of Business and is known for having a keen sense for diagnosing the a problem and fostering a collaborative environment to accurately diagnose the actual cause of a problem or setback, paving the way for transformative and lasting solutions that the team can be proud of and the client can trust. Pedro doesn’t identify with the lazy analysis and typical stale solutions that weve come to expect from consulting firms and their rigid, archaic approach that can’t keep up with the unique modern day challenges faced by 21st century companies amidst an ever-accelerating technological evolution.More...
Jessica Morrison
Finance Manager
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Jessica Morrison is an experienced Finance Manager with over a decade of experience. She spearheaded the development of innovative financial reporting and forecasting processes that increased her team's efficiency 25% within the first year. Under her leadership, her team successfully managed $20 million in global costs, improving corporate operating profit. Jessica also has strong experience in sales, purchasing, merchandising, pricing and product assortment and allocation.More...
Paige Parrish
Higher Education Professional
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Paige Parrish is a dedicated Higher Education Professional with a demonstrated history of working in the education management industry. She possesses strong skills in educational leadership, curriculum development, public speaking, research, and instructional design. Paige has a firm commitment to student development and academic success, with a proven ability to drive institutional growth and improve learning outcomes. Her career has been marked by her ability to foster inclusive learning environments and implement innovative educational strategies. Paige's expertise and passion for education make her a valuable asset in any higher education setting.More...
Christy Garcia
Writer/Editor
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A skilled and strategic communicator with a proven ability to bridge technical expertise and public messaging, delivering impactful narratives across diverse audiences. With extensive experience as Chief of Staff, adept at translating complex concepts into compelling content, crafting strategic communication plans, and managing high-profile events. Expertise in partnering with PR, Marketing, and Government Affairs teams to ensure alignment in messaging, streamline operations, and address critical challenges.More...
Laura Bull
CEO@The Brand Management Co
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Laura Bull is the founder and CEO of The Brand Management Company, a bestselling author, and a brand strategist who specializes in transforming people into competitive and sustainable business brands. Early on in her career, Laura spent ten years with Sony Music Entertainment, becoming one of the company's youngest executives at the age of twenty-eight. During her tenure, she spearheaded artist development and marketing for globally recognized brands including Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley, and Johnny Cash among hundreds of other artists from Arista, RCA, Columbia, Epic, and Monument records. A veteran of the music industry, she has served for more than a decade on the National Advisory Board for Musician's On Call.
Now an Amazon instant bestselling author in multiple categories like Marketing, Direct Marketing and Marketing for Small Business, From Individual to Empire: A Guide to Building an Authentic and Powerful Brand offers insurmountable knowledge to teach others what it takes to become a powerful "influencer." Everyone in the marketing arena keeps discussing the power of influencers, but no one is discussing how an influencer becomes powerful. Now she redefines the term “influencer” by expanding its scope offline, highlights positive psychology principles in terms of branding, and reveals the proprietary Brand Matrix that gives entrepreneurs step by step directions to discover their own authentic and competitive brand.
A consultant and speaker, Bull spent six years as an adjunct professor teaching disciplines in marketing and music business at multiple colleges and universities including SMU's Temerlin Advertising Institute. She has a BBA from Belmont University’s Mike Curb School of Music Business and a Master of Liberal Studies from Southern Methodist University.
She currently resides in Dallas with her husband and two daughters.More...
Jason McClaren
Account Manager@Icellence Business Solutions
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Jason McClaren is a highly dedicated and experienced Account Manager at Icellence Business Solutions. He has been part of the company for over a decade, providing superior customer service and innovative solutions to meet client needs. Jason holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration and has a knack for building and maintaining strong client relationships. He excels in strategic planning, sales forecasting, and contract negotiation. Over the years, Jason has shown exceptional skill in identifying potential business opportunities and implementing strategies to drive growth. His dedication and leadership have been instrumental in Icellence's continued success. Jason is known for his integrity, problem-solving abilities, and his passion for helping clients achieve their business goals.More...
Julie Higgins
Writer and Editor
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Julie Higgins is a seasoned writer and editor with extensive experience in creating, editing, and managing content across various platforms. She possesses a strong ability to craft engaging narratives, with a keen eye for detail and exceptional proofreading skills. Julie is adept at working collaboratively with diverse teams, ensuring content aligns with brand voice and style guidelines. Her expertise includes content strategy, copywriting, and project management. Julie's strong communication skills and creative abilities make her an asset in any content-driven role.More...
Nicki Fletcher
Creative Director@Freelance
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Nicki is a film and creative director with over 6 years of experience. She has directed music videos for artists including Avril Lavigne, Maren Morris, Jessie Murph, Old Dominion, Walker Hayes, and Maggie Rose. Her videos have been nominated at the CMA and CMT awards.
Nicki is also an accomplished graphic designer. She has designed logos, album artwork, websites, and more for a variety of clients in the music industry and beyond.More...
Doug Taylor
Director of Technology@Humana
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Humana Company has experienced significant technological advancements under your leadership, Doug Taylor. We have successfully integrated AI and machine learning in our operations, improving efficiency and service delivery. Cybersecurity measures have been strengthened, ensuring the protection of sensitive data. There's been an increase in the use of telehealth services, with more members now able to access healthcare remotely. The focus going forward is to continue leveraging technology to enhance customer experiences, improve data management, and explore new digital health opportunities.More...
Mariela Tanchez
Business Development Lead@IoTeX
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I have founded a healthy foods business, and developed my career in marketing, communications and BD in the crypto industry for over 7 years with experience in funding, migration to blockchain, events management, etc.More...