resume

my story

Collaborative & inquisitive brand builder turned health-centric coach & consultant: I nurture brand growth, cultivate relationships, and launch successful innovations. As a leader of cross-functional teams, I foster empathy with action and resolve conflict to deliver results. With creative curiosity, I have navigated 14 years of consumer-centric business strategy and have become a digital-savvy solutions architect.


current owned brands

I intentionally focus in the fields of food, education, functional health and sustainability.  By applying my learned skills in corporate business & brand management, I seek to help non-profits & small business fulfill their purpose & vision.

professional experience

Beyond my corporate experience, I have consulted numerous brands and small businesses to convert their challenges into opportunities.

examples of impact

Measurable results from actionable insights aim to help any business become empowered to serve their consumer.

education

BSBA in Marketing, International Business & Entrepreneurship

MBA in Marketing & Marketing Management

Certificate of Graduate Studies  in Nutrition Science

Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach

beyond work

volunteer

Common Threads - Board Member

Chicago Cares - Team Lead Volunteer

Washington University Hatchery - Alumni Advisor

INROADS - Interviewer

family & fun

Husband to a compassionate, intelligent, strong, caring wife.  Dog dad to a stubbornly cute wheaten terrier named Alfred. I study Tai Chi Yang-Style and practice Vipassana meditation.