Boson Protocol

Head of Marketing

West Midlands Business Network

• Founded an online business network, implementing social capital theory to rapidly expand the network, attracting 2,000 members within just three months
• As a result of these efforts, the group now boasts over 19,000 members and is ranked 4th out of 256,000 groups on LinkedIn for business
• Grew an online business network from 0 - 19,000 members, demonstrating strong entrepreneurial skills and a deep understanding of the needs of the business community
• Achieved impressive results, with the group ranking 4th out of 256,000 groups for business on LinkedIn
• Executed targeted marketing strategies on LinkedIn, successfully reaching the desired audience and steadily expanding the online business network over time

Founder and CEO

English Spanish Language Exchange, Spain

• Founded and grew an events organisation to a significant size, boasting 11,000+ members
• Delivered exceptional customer service, earning a 4.5/5 rating from 2,200+ reviews and ensuring positive event experiences for all attendees
• Organised 1,000+ face-to-face and online events, attended by people from Europe, the US and Latin America
• Successfully founded and launched a language exchange organisation in a foreign country, Spain, showcasing strong entrepreneurship skills
• Overcame language-barrier challenges and adapted to cultural differences, showing cross-cultural competency
• Expanded the language exchange organisation internationally with a second group in Birmingham, UK, which has over 4,000 members, in addition to the group in Sevilla, Spain, with over 7,000 members, demonstrating strong growth and outreach skills

ssv.network

I lead SSV's online events and partner marketing.

I have led the launch and hosted numerous online events with industry partners, including Consensys, P2P, Huobi, Ankr. 

I founded and host SSV's weekly podcast Chain Reactions, where I interview leaders in the Ethereum Staking industry. I then commentate, with my co-host, on the latest news in the space.

I have led several campaigns that have resulted in onboarding key industry partners into SSV's Mainnet Rollout.

I also presented our first and second Galxe OAT campaigns during SSV's Mainnet Calls, resulting in 10,000+ mints and thousands of new followers on Twitter, Discord and Galxe.

Core Team (Marketing Lead)

Cointelegraph

• Generated exceptional engagement rates by producing and posting social media content that increased performance by 50x, reaching over 1.3M Twitter views
• Drove engagement by collaborating with designers and videographers to produce high-quality interactive content, resulting in a 40% increase in click-through rates and a 20% increase in website traffic
• Implemented interactive content strategies that effectively captured the attention of the target audience, resulting in posts with 500,000+ views on Twitter
• Managed and led a team of 10 content writers, designers, and videographers to produce engaging and creative social media content
• Established an A/B testing programme to make data-driven decisions for optimisation
• Developed a comprehensive copywriting guide tailored to the brand voice and messaging of the company

Head of Community

BanklessDAO

• Engineered and executed a comprehensive social media content strategy that captivated the target audience, driving a 103.57% growth rate in Twitter followers within six months
• Demonstrated strong skills in creative ideation and execution by leading several viral social media campaigns that generated 100,000+ views
• Frequently spoke at weekly DAO-wide AMAs, with 500+ attendees, to present marketing updates to the DAO
• Directed a diverse team of 15 people, including writers, designers, videographers, and community moderators, showcasing strong leadership and management skills
• Optimised onboarding processes for new DAO members by implementing signposting, planning and organising weekly guild AMA sessions, hosting workshops, and incorporating feedback into strategy development
• Wrote several articles that were featured in the BanklesDAO newsletter, which has over 200,000 readers
• Crafted and implemented highly effective email campaigns for BanklessDAO, boosting open rates by 25% and click-through rates by 15%, while strictly adhering to GDPR regulations.

Social Media Manager and Community Manager

Koinly

• Demonstrated strong remote management and communication skills by successfully recruiting and managing a geographically dispersed team of 8 social media marketers
• Designed and executed a weekly training program for the social media marketing team, elevating the quality of their output by 50%
• Strategically leveraged Reddit to generate 1,210 new signups for the company, an increase of 251.4% YOY
• Demonstrated strong skills in social media content creation and audience targeting to produce successful Twitter campaigns that resulted in 1,340 new signups for the company, while increasing Twitter followers from 35k to 51k+ followers
• Leveraged real-world events and crypto tribalism to create engaging and shareable content that resonated with the target audience, resulting in a significant increase in engagement rates
• Conducted comprehensive market research and developed an innovative ambassador program that leveraged grass-roots marketing strategies to drive growth for the company

DAO Heat

DAO Heat organised writing and design contests and transformed the winning entries into NFTs. We rewarded the writers and artists with ETH prizes and a percentage share of the NFT sales. I led the development of DAO Heat from inception with a team of six people.

Founder

EMCC UK

I was responsible for managing all of EMCC UK's digital assets, which included a monthly newsletter, social media channels and their website. I implemented a social media schedule, and I spearheaded the development of a digital marketing strategy. 

Responsibilities included:

• Providing digital marketing expertise and support to the EMCC UK directorate
• Responsible for SEO and maintaining EMCC UK website
• Management of social media channels
• Management of EMCC UK marketing collateral
• Providing the Membership Engagement Director with monthly updates on marketing activity and membership engagement statistics

Digital Marketing Lead

Artful Sentences

• Improved website visibility and increased organic traffic through keyword research, link building, and content development techniques, resulting in 50%+ increases in web traffic and 25%+ increases in lead generation
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends and best practices in SEO to continuously improve SEO strategies and drive growth for the company and its clients
• Boosted clients' sales by over 30% by creating highly effective landing pages, email newsletters, and website copy that powerfully resonated with the target audience
• Successfully utilised networking strategies on LinkedIn and other social media platforms to identify and secure new clients as a self-employed copywriter
• Effectively organised professional finances and taxes, ensuring compliance with local and national regulations while minimising tax liability and maximising deductions
• Demonstrated strong project management skills, effectively coordinating with multiple clients and team members to successfully complete projects on time and within budget

Founder and Marketing Consultant

As a seasoned 10X Marketer with over 15 years of experience navigating the digital landscape, I've mastered the art of community building, social media management, and driving engagement online. My journey has taken me through the evolving realms of blockchain and cryptocurrency, where I've passionately explored DeFi, Ethereum, NFTs, and Web3 technologies. But my expertise doesn't stop there—I'm a fervent advocate for unleashing the power of marketing automation, AI, and data science to catalyze growth and elevate brands to unprecedented heights.

My approach is data-driven and results-oriented, leveraging A/B testing and analytics to make informed decisions that skyrocket your online presence. Leadership and communication are at the core of my strategy; I've successfully built and managed remote teams of content writers, designers, and moderators, ensuring seamless collaboration and stakeholder satisfaction.

Let's harness the power of marketing automation, AI, and data science together, transforming your brand into a dynamic force in the digital world. Ready to embark on a journey of exponential growth and community engagement? I'm here to lead the way. Let's get to work and make your brand the next big wave online.

Shaun Gurmin

Fidelity Investments

Working across the brokerage organization to improve the associate digital experience through the thoughtful implementation of AI tools.

Director, Product Management, Associate Digital Experience

Jammify

Jammify is revolutionizing how musical artists interact with their fans, and how fans experience their favorite music.

Advisor

Partnership Leaders

Partnership Leaders is the industry association for Partnership / Channel / Alliances / Business Development leaders.

Member

MassChallenge

Immersed in the dynamic ecosystem of MassChallenge, a global leader in acceleration programs, I am dedicated to forging strategic partnerships that tackle pressing challenges. My role revolves around pinpointing inventive solutions to complex issues within the music industry and recognizing high-impact product opportunities poised for disruption. Additionally, I provide invaluable mentorship and consultation to nascent startups, harnessing my expertise to guide their early-stage growth and development.

Technology Innovator in Residence

GH Strategic

Consult with organizational clients on effective go to market and brand positioning strategy guiding them through the process of defining and polishing their purpose in their product,  resisting commoditization, and enjoying outsize profit margins. The team includes George Howard, one of Newsweek's "America's Greatest Disruptors" co-founder of ACME Innovation and Tunecore.

Principal Consultant

Sparrow Live

Strategically led a $12M technology startup specializing in streaming Platform as a Service (PaaS) for the music industry, emphasizing the cultivation of key partnerships. Crafted and executed effective product strategies while orchestrating end-to-end product delivery within the organization.

Key Achievements:

Achieved 600% month-over-month growth.

Collaboratively developed and iterated product that witnessed organic and rapid growth, with a low customer acquisition cost of $0.79, translating into an average lifetime value exceeding $100.

Distilled user behavior data into actionable insights, shaping product enhancements and customization to user preferences.

Conducted comprehensive market research to stay abreast of the competitive landscape and industry trends, informing strategic decision-making.

Notable B2B clients include the National Health Service (UK), the Federal Reserve Bank, Harpoon Brewing, and Hudson Valley Property Group.

Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Francis Rogers, Tenor

Advanced expertise in the technical and entrepreneurial facets pivotal to thriving in the performing arts, with a distinct focus on forging strategic partnerships. My approach involves immediate performance adjustments guided by real-time audience feedback, dedicated to crafting an unparalleled audience experience. Furthermore, I strategically cultivated performance opportunities through targeted marketing and astute business development tactics.

Key Highlights:

Delivered solo performances to captivated audiences at renowned venues such as Carnegie Hall, Boston Symphony Hall, and the Metropolitan Opera, as well as high-profile sporting events like the NBA Finals and Monday Night Football. These performances reached international televised audiences exceeding 19 million viewers.

Thrived in high-pressure environments, consistently adapting to real-time feedback. Years of experience performing lead roles honed my ability to maintain precision and accuracy under pressure.

Garnered a substantial global following through a multifaceted approach encompassing social media engagement, live performances, and strategic networking endeavors.

My career has been underscored by a strategic mindset, ensuring every performance opportunity is maximized through effective partnerships and a relentless commitment to audience satisfaction.

Classical Tenor

Boston Symphony Orchestra

Spearheaded strategic development of the organization's fundraising initiatives, with a distinct focus on forging and nurturing key partnerships.

Spearheaded comprehensive donor research efforts to identify optimal funding opportunities and messaging strategies.

Achieved an extraordinary increase of over 1,000% in annual giving within my portfolio.

Successfully orchestrated the 'Tanglewood Forever' campaign, surpassing the ambitious $64M target by raising $70M in funds.

Formulated innovative organizational strategies for the annual fund, leadership annual fund, and major gifts, introducing novel programming to drive engagement.

Effectively managed a diverse portfolio of more than 150 Major Gifts prospects, actively engaging and collaborating with the BSO Board of Trustees.

Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated an aptitude for strategic partnership cultivation and a commitment to exceeding fundraising objectives.

Major Gifts Officer

Campaign for Catholic Schools

Proficiently curated and cultivated a diverse portfolio comprising 200 prospects, skillfully soliciting gifts of up to $250,000, with a keen eye toward nurturing strategic partnerships.

Pioneered the establishment of a committee comprising influential business leaders, driving an impressive 64% growth in the leadership annual giving society.

Effectively concluded an impactful $11M capital campaign, orchestrating the transformation of a low-income school in Dorchester, MA through strategic partnerships.

Strategically devised and executed a comprehensive annual giving campaign, encompassing direct mail initiatives and personalized solicitation efforts.

Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to the art of relationship building and fostering strategic alliances that drive meaningful impact.

Senior Development Officer

Development Officer - Director of the Annual Fund

College of the Holy Cross

Expertly orchestrated and oversaw the annual giving initiatives for twenty-three distinct classes, demonstrating a knack for forging strategic alliances.


Spearheaded the successful 15th and 55th reunion giving programs, strategically coordinating volunteer efforts and personally engaging top prospects.

Took the helm of the Holy Cross Fund reporting technology, solicitation calendar, and matching gift and pledge reminder programs, showcasing a commitment to streamlined and impactful partnerships.

Throughout my career, I have excelled in building collaborative relationships and driving strategic partnership initiatives that yield significant results.

Assistant Director, The Holy Cross Fund

With a rich history spanning over a decade in the music industry, I bring a wealth of experience as a dedicated innovator, fundraiser, and researcher, all geared towards pioneering collaborative solutions to intricate challenges.

My current role as a Technology Innovator in Residence at MassChallenge, a global leader in accelerator programs, involves a relentless pursuit of disruptive product opportunities, providing guidance to emerging startups, and orchestrating in-depth market analysis within the dynamic realm of music.

Previously, I held the esteemed position of Co-Founder and CEO at Sparrow Live, a thriving technology startup valued at $12M, specializing in Web3 streaming Platform as a Service (PaaS) for the music industry. My tenure at Sparrow Live epitomized visionary leadership, where I charted the course for effective product strategies, meticulously oversaw end-to-end product lifecycle, and masterfully managed daily operations. This spanned from product development and investor engagement to production, enterprise-level sales, marketing, and top-notch customer service.

Under my guidance, Sparrow Live achieved remarkable feats, witnessing a staggering 600% month-over-month user base growth in the inaugural year, translating to a monthly revenue stream of $10,000. Additionally, our venture secured an impressive $300,000 in independent pre-seed round funding within a mere three months. Furthering our innovative strides, I brokered a pivotal partnership enabling the delivery of content and concerts to the Decentraland Metaverse, an Ethereum blockchain-powered virtual reality platform. My multifaceted skill set, honed through fundraising, rigorous research, effective teaching, and a deep-rooted passion for music, was instrumental in realizing these accomplishments.

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