AI Acquisition

We help entrepreneurs and consultants start and scale new AI Consulting Businesses.

Product Growth Partner

Simply Social Agency

Want to automate the most grueling part of your business?

I personally will build and deploy the ai automations that allow me to run my business in less than 4 to 5 hours a day. 

I've been utilizing AI to expedite systems and delegate tasks for over 2 yrs now. 

Things have changed... 

Knowing how to "USE" chatGPT isn't the standard anymore... you're behind. 

Knowing how to "AUTOMATE" ai and allow it to work autonomously is! 

If this isn't how you use it. 

You'll be lapped by your competitiion very soon. 

Let me catch you up and get you ahead! 

My inbox is open! Talk soon!

Business Owner

Funnels That Convert

Funnels That Converts is the cheat code to client acquisition for REI EXPERTS selling courses or coaching... 

And it's been over 2.5 years in the making.

📌Collecting data
📌Tweaking offers & delivery
📌100's of sales calls
📌Managing over $1.5M in paid advertising
📌Helping 2 coaches build a 7 figure business
📌Helping a dozen more build 6 figure businesses
📌And helping many more begin landing 4-5 figure clients online.

(SEE RESUTS HERE: https://funnelsthatconvert.com/ftc-testimonials )

Not to mention almost 100k worth of coaching, courses and books digested and tested.

We've done all of this so we could bring the ultimate marketing solution to all of the struggling Investors getting into coaching.

Coaches struggling with...

‼Building out there client acquisition machine.
‼Figuring out all of the tech and new skills required.
‼Being stuck with expensive Websites that don't convert.
‼Finding clarity on the right path to grow your business.
‼Writing content that actually drives sales.

If this is you, then John and I are the Digital Marketing Specialists you've been looking for.

Hit this link below to hop on a call to hear EXACTLY what we've done to change the game in a major way.

==> https://calendly.com/johnbuckley/deep-dive

Don't wait long, we only accept 10 new Investors a month.

Because of the level of care and attention we give each one of our clients. (Prices will be going up soon!)

So, if you wait, you'll end up on the waiting list for the next month.

Let us build your Client Acquisition System before 2023...

So you can go into your business with ultimate confidence that your business will be bigger and better every single month.

Talk soon,
Devan

Co-Owner

Crisp Results

▪	Delivered high power integrated marketing strategies to provide high quality/qualified leads to Affiliate Clients
▪	Designed and developed strategy for Websites and Landing pages optimized for lead generation
▪	Managed Google analytics accounts to ensure continued optimization of Google Ad, Facebook Ads, and consumer journeys
▪	Created various reports for updates and presentations to upper management
▪	Successfully performed Project Manager duties for a team of Content Creators and Designers of up to 6 members collaborating on multiple projects simultaneously

Digital Marketing Specialist

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - ALSAC

▪	Proofing digital content for Enterprise activations during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month 
▪	Presenting and drafting cross-divisional communication and reports between 6 or more marketing teams
▪	Developing power point presentations for internal communication
▪	Managing and developing strategy for budget allocations year over year
▪	Program/Project management of a multi-million-dollar fundraising campaign with a Task Force of 30+ members
▪       Participating in marketing strategy conversations concerning PR, Brand Management, Organic Social Campaigns, Influencer Strategy, and Paid/Owned channels

Marketing Specialist

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®

▪	Implemented robust digital marketing campaigns that resulted in a 10% increase in quarterly revenue and a 1050% increase in Facebook followers and engagement
▪	Solidified key B2B relationships with Memphis in May that increased awareness and a 3 month residual revenue stream 
▪	Created community buy-in for our Cause Marketing Campaign Movers For Moms with partnerships including the YWCA and local Starbucks Co.
▪	Utilized Google and Facebook Analytics to optimize SEO and Social Media strategies that increased leads and revenue over 20% 
▪	Presented dynamic presentations utilizing PowerPoints and Excel Graphs to close referral partnerships with local Apartment Communities, Banks, and Real Estate professionals
▪	Established rapport with community leaders through grassroots efforts utilizing networking events such as Chambers of Commerce and local professional networking opportunities

Director of Marketing

New Memphis 

This was an amazing growth opportunity for me. I had a great experience with meeting high level professionals around our city and hearing their stories and experiences they had on the way to their success today. 

Built a great foundation around leadership, personal development, and life strategies. Along with networking with some of Memphis's growing young professionals. 

Would recommend it to anyone looking to boost their performance in their career path and experience a crash course in personal development.

EMBARK PROGRAM

Service Master - PCS

I worked as the billing coordinator for the Service Master Clean Franchise in Cordova, Tn. I am over the billing out of claims to the insurance companies. I use software such as Xactimate, XactAnalysis, and Velocitor Solutions.

Billing Coordinator

Forever Fit

I worked under the head trainer and the owner of the gym. He has been teaching me the business side to running a successful gym and also gaining personal training experience as he gives me various clients to write training programs for.

Personal Trainer

Craigmont High School

-responsible for training and coaching wide receivers
- prepared the wide outs for executing weekly gameplans
-broke down film with other coaches

Assistant Coach

🙏 Man of God | ✅ The #1 Coach Helping Real Estate Investors Start + Grow 6-7 Figure Coaching Businesses Online💵💻

Growing a business while raising a family is tough. The pressure to generate leads, close sales, and manage content can leave you overwhelmed and stretched too thin.

That’s why I created Digital Dadpreneurs—a movement designed to help dads ditch the 9-to-5, leverage AI automation, and build a thriving online business without sacrificing time with their families.

With over 10 years in online marketing and lead generation, I’ve built and scaled:
✅ Two multi-six-figure businesses and one seven-figure coaching business
✅ Helped over 100 clients reach $100K+ in revenue, with five hitting seven figures
✅ Developed AI-powered systems that automate 90% of organic marketing tasks
✅ Created automated lead generation processes that book calls on autopilot

What I Do
At Digital Dadpreneurs, we help dad entrepreneurs:
🔹 Automate lead generation so they can stop wasting hours in the DMs
🔹 Use AI to streamline their social media marketing and grow their audience faster
🔹 Book more calls, generate more revenue, and scale their business without burnout
🔹 Reclaim their time to focus on what matters—family, freedom, and fulfillment

Who This is For
🚀 If you’re a dadpreneur looking to scale your business using AI automation and social media strategies while still being present for your family, you’re in the right place.

Let’s connect and talk about how AI automation can free up your time, grow your business, and create the freedom you deserve.

📩 DM me to learn more.

P.S. Get a Free Personal Assistant AI Agent to manage your emails and Daily Tasks for you. Just drop me AGENT in DM and I'll get it over to you!

Devan Dillard

LevelUp Stays

We guarantee we’ll double your income within 90 days – that’s how confident we are in our ability to:

-​Curate an unforgettable guest experience
-​Build a seamless and effective maintenance system
-​Boost your property’s visibility and value

We guarantee your short term rental's performance. Attached is a case study where we took this home that paid the owner $41,000 last year and now has over $120k booked this year. 

We're a premier short-term rental property management company focused on maximizing your income and guest experience. Our expertise lies in doubling owner income through exceptional guest stays and effective revenue management. 

We cater to traveling families and large groups seeking 3+ bedroom accommodations for 12+ guests. Our dedicated team ensures unforgettable stays that exceed guest expectations.

With LevelUp Stays, you can sit back and relax as we handle every aspect of property management, including marketing, bookings, maintenance, and cleaning. Our proven revenue management strategies optimize occupancy rates and pricing, resulting in substantial returns on your investment.

Our goal is to grow to 1,000 units under management within 5 years.

Founder 

DLRJ Holdings

At DLRJ Holdings we allow data to drive behaviors. 

Our vision is to buy, hold and operate exceptional short-term rental experiences. We strive to create unique and unforgettable guest experiences that set us apart from the competition. Our commitment to excellence in management and customer service ensures that our guests feel welcomed and valued every step of the way. We are dedicated to delivering unparalleled service, comfort, and convenience to all of our guests, and we aim to exceed their expectations with every stay. Through innovation, collaboration, and a passion for focus on guest experience, we will continue to elevate the short-term rental industry and become the go-to destination for those seeking a truly exceptional experience.

Founder

Key roll in Sunpro acquisition by ADT in December 2021 for $825 million. Managing strategic sales teams in Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska and Illinois with revenues of $200 million/year.

Regional Sales Manager, ADT Solar

Sunpro Solar Energy Specialists

Helping to promote sales and growth in Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Lubbock, Brownsville and Corpus Christi.

Regional Sales Manager

#1 Territory (San Antonio/Austin) in Net sales -June 2020
#1 Territory (San Antonio/Austin) in closing percentage- June 2020

Territory Sales Manager

Gross sales over $2 million+
Top 10 sales executive in company (gross sales, YTD)
700+ kilowatts installed 
2019 Rankings: finished in top 4%

Area Sales Executive

EnviroSolar

-Residential and commercial solar and efficiency sales 
-#1 fastest growing privately held company in the United States-2017, Inc. 500 
-#1 residential solar installer in Texas-2018, Solar Power World 
-#8 residential solar installer in USA-2018, Solar Power World
-Combined sales of $1 million in 120 days with company

Enterprise Holdings

Dec. 2017-Promoted to oversee the San Antonio International Airport. A Tri-Branded location that manages Enterprise, Alamo and National. Over 3,000 units and 200 employees under management.
Sept. 2017- Ranked #1 branch manager in South Texas (1 out of 54) in four core areas. 
Feb. 2015- Ranked #5/54 branches for Net Other sales
Feb. 2015- Sales MVP
Feb. 2015- Ranked #15/283 in Group 52 for sales
Feb. 2015- Ranked #3/56 branch managers for sales
March 2015- Sales MVP
March 2015- Promoted to 521P, over 250+ cars under management
Nov. 2015- Ranked #1 branch manager in group of 50+ for sales
Jan. 2016- Promoted to manage 400 cars overseeing branch 521P, 1H and 8E.
March 2016- Top ESQI combined 86. 1P: 88, 8e: 83, 1H: 91
Dec. 2016- Promoted to branch 5233 400+ cars under management
Dec. 2017- Promoted to Tri-branded branch manager San Antonio Airport overseeing Enterprise, Alamo, and National responsible for managing 200 employees and fleet of 3,000. Average monthly revenue of $3.1 million. Developed comprehensive sales culture.

Tri-Branded Enterprise, Alamo, National Branch Manager-San Antonio Airport 

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

-Oct. 2014-MVP sales
-Oct. 2014-#2/32 Assistant manager closed ticket sales score
-Nov. 2014- MVP sales 
-Nov. 2014- 91 ESQI, branch 528C
-Dec. 2014- 93 ESQI, branch 528C
-Dec. 2014- Promoted to oversee branch 521P, 528E, 521H

Assistant Manager

Promoted to assistant branch manager in two weeks.

Management Assistant

Over 98% of all employees with Enterprise started out as a Management Trainee. Check out some of my accomplishments in the short time I have been with the company:

-MVP November 2013, Open ticket score
-MVP December 2013, Closed ticket score
-December 2013- Highest closed ticket score, branch 521P
-Dec. 2013- Highest closed ticket score, branch 521H
-Dec. 2013- Highest closed ticket score, branch 528E
-Dec. 2013- Ranked top 14% in group-Closed ticket score #33/234 employees
-Jan. 2014- Increased IPC (Income per car) by 550% (CAGR), branch 528E
-Jan. 2014- MVP for corporate accounts 
-Feb. 2014- Scored 97% on the RSET (90-day skills & aptitude exam)
-Apr. 2014- #2/25 in area 52Z, closed ticket score, insurance sales
-May 2014- 80th percentile, closed ticket score, insurance sales 
-June 2014- #2 in branch 521P for sales- 47.8% sales ratio on 100+ contracts 
-July 2014- Fully qualified to take the MQI (at 8 months)
-July 2014- Highest closed ticket sales score at branch 528E and 521P

Management Trainee

TripAngle

TripAngle allows property owners to manage and run their vacation properties at no cost. It is the perfect alternative to a traditional property management company. TripAngle prides itself on upstanding communication between owners and customers as well as excellent customer service.

Job duties included developing marketing (social media, YouTube etc.) material, cold calling, and servicing current clientele. Major projects include developing YouTube video to promote and describe TripAngle as an alternative to property management.

Accounts and Marketing Director

GLOW Boathouse LLC.

GLOW Restaurant serves traditional American bistro fare while maintaing a casual fine dining atmosphere. 

My job duties include ensuring guest satisfaction while demonstrating extensive food and wine knowledge. My projects include revamping the employee (FOH, Front of House) training manual, cocktail recipe book, and incentive program. The server incentive program is designed to increase profit margin and sales by approximately 10%. Day to day management of restaurant includes employee oversight and FOH operation.

Head Server

Texas Coastal Vacations

Texas Coastal Vacations offers vacation rentals (condos and houses) on the Texas Coast. Services are provided to owners (full property management) and guest services. 

I managed, serviced, and oversaw 40 condos catering to the needs of owners and guest. Job duties included ensuring over 3,000 guests satisfied per year as well as 40 condo owners. Engaged in monthly invoicing to clients and comprehensive marketing. Grew social media presence from 0 to over 3,500 followers. Increased office efficiency, saving 40 man hours per month, by introducing 24  hr. call answering service. 

Began relations and partnered with Travelocity, a multi-billion dollar company, to increase revenue to clients by increasing exposure.

Vacation Property Manager

We will double your Airbnb income in 90 days or we will work for free until we do

www.StayLevelUp.com

Short term rental property management with an income guarantee 

www.StayAdelante.com 
(see how we took this home, renovated in 49 days and tripled the income)

As the Founder of DLRJ Holdings and LevelUp Stays, I am proud to lead a company that is driven by data to provide exceptional short-term rental experiences. Our commitment to excellence in management helps other Airbnb owners double their income by focusing on two areas: Customer experience and Revenue management. 

Here are some of my past accomplishments:

→ Key role in the Sunpro acquisition by ADT Security for $825 million
→ 11 years of sales and management experience with a strong focus on sales leadership since 2014
→ Personally sold over $5 million in solar over the past three years and oversaw a team of 10 territory sales managers and 120 sales representatives in Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, and Illinois for ADT Solar.
→ Generated revenues of $200+ million/year in the solar sales region consisting of 100 sales representatives in six states. 
→ Achieved the distinction of being the #1 branch manager at Enterprise Holdings in San Antonio, TX.

These experiences have taught me valuable lessons in leadership, management, and sales that have helped me build and grow DLRJ Holdings into the thriving business it is today. At DLRJ Holdings, we are dedicated to delivering unparalleled service, comfort, and convenience to all of our guests, and we aim to exceed their expectations with every stay. 

Our passion for focusing on guest experience, innovation, and collaboration continues to elevate the short-term rental industry, and we strive to be the go-to destination for those seeking a truly exceptional experience.

If you have an opportunity, or feel you can leverage my assets in your organization, feel free to contact him directly at:

Email: derek@dlrjholdings.com
Phone: 361-205-7359

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