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Michael Salafia

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Skill: Sales from 1 person

Bill Fitzgerald

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Bill Fitzgerald is an experienced executive search and recruiting professional, entrepreneur, and a Best-Selling Author on Amazon. Bill is also a dual citizen - US and Ireland. FitzDrake Search, Inc. has placed hundreds of executives and professionals in leading companies and organizations, including Paychex, Corning, REDW, Longitude-77, RB Media, and the Healthcare Distribution Alliance. Before launching FitzDrake Search, Inc. in 2004, Bill worked as an HR/Organizational Development executive and consultant at AOL, Hewlett Packard, and ADP. Bill's most recent book "Searching for a Job Sucks! Practical advice, insights, and insider knowledge from the CEO of an executive search and recruiting firm" is now available on Amazon. This is a behind-the-scenes look at the job search and hiring process that levels the playing field and increases your odds of success. Bill's first book, "How to Find a New Job Without Looking," redefines networking, focusing more on relationships than transactions. Bill introduces the idea of "My Vital Few," which is how you hear about career opportunities you don't know are available. The book is a practical guide full of messages, processes, templates, advice, and strategies. Bill has published over 60 LinkedIn articles on leadership, job search, and career management. Bill has an MSOD from Pepperdine University, an M.S. and Ed.S from SUNY Albany, and a BA from SUNY Geneseo.

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I specialize in solving complex challenges, unlocking untapped business value, and driving industry-defining innovation at the intersection of disruptive technologies, geostrategic foresight, and emerging market dynamics. Partnering with governments, enterprises, and Pre-IPO ventures, I help organizations navigate disruption and scale transformative innovation to unlock high-growth market opportunities. With hands-on leadership across 100+ countries, I have built and scaled innovation ecosystems, accelerated Pre-IPO growth, advised governments, Fortune 500s, and high-growth startups on navigating technological disruption, economic volatility, and regulatory complexities—positioning them to thrive in rapidly evolving global markets. 🚀 WHAT I DELIVER I architect and execute high-impact, future-focused strategies that: • Accelerate digital transformation—integrating AI, deep-tech, and frontier technologies into long-term planning • Enable adaptive resilience—preparing organizations to pivot rapidly in complex, chaotic environments • Align cross-functional teams & stakeholders—driving cohesion across political, social, and industrial landscapes • Unlock global expansion & market penetration—leveraging strategic partnerships, M&A, and supply chain optimization • Prepare organizations for IPO & capital markets—structuring scalable investment frameworks 📈 CAREER IMPACT • $7B+ in economic impact—leading global expansion, investment strategies, and transformation initiatives • $1B+ venture portfolio oversight—driving Pre-IPO funding, acquisitions, and public market readiness • 1,000+ startups launched & scaled—building venture ecosystems, accelerators, and innovation hubs • 10,000+ global jobs created—through strategic investments, public-private partnerships, and enterprise growth 💡 CORE EXPERTISE • Geostrategic Foresight & Emerging Market Intelligence | Navigating technological, economic, and political shifts • Disruptive Innovation & Digital Transformation | Leveraging AI, blockchain, and deep-tech for long-term growth • Global Business Models & Cross-Border Risk Mitigation | Aligning corporate strategy with adaptive readiness • Strategic CEO Coaching & Executive Advisory | Serving as a high-level sounding board for founders, executives, and policymakers 🧭 LEADERSHIP PHILOSOPHY: I believe in bringing strategic clarity, a unifying vision, and the ability to ignite momentum in the most turbulent times. If you’re looking to scale, transform, and lead with impact—let’s connect!

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Product leader drawn to complex problem spaces. Some favorite and/or notorious products that I have worked on: SeatGeek, Spotify, Spotify for Artists/Labels/Publishers, SoundBetter, Tomahawk, LimeWire, DigiScents, AOL MusicNow, VisualAudio, GameShark.

William Crowder

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Founding Partner at Aperture VC where we back startups building the future of financial services. VC professor at Duke University where I teach MBAs to embrace risk in times of extreme uncertainty. Previously built the nation’s first corporate-backed diversity VC fund at Comcast and helped create early stage investment platforms for Fortune 500s including Morgan Stanley and Hearst. Committed to helping others realize their full potential. True believer that failure is not an option because quitting isn’t either.

Justin Walker, MBA

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Mr. Walker is a business development professional with twenty years’ experience helping global corporations, nonprofits and start-ups grow. He has expertise in marketing products and services, managing P&L, improving governing board engagement and organizing events. For over a decade, Mr. Walker has been engaged in the nonprofit sector spearheading comprehensive growth campaigns. In 2021 he joined CHES, Inc. as their director of business development leading several initiatives including a Bank On coalition for the Kansas City metro area. As nationally recognized speaker and author, he helps organizations expand their reach and serve the mission. Prior to the nonprofit work, he led an effort that expanded a web services product to seven countries for a Fortune 500 company. Additionally, Mr. Walker remains engaged in our nation’s political landscape and legislative affairs. His political portfolio includes working for elected officials on both state and federal levels, campaign advance logistics, board member service for national organizations, and grassroots advocacy.

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Is your business ready to harness the power of AI? With a proven track record as a consultant and product leader, I've helped companies from the Fortune 500 to innovative startups leverage technology to transform their businesses. As AI started to revolutionize industries, I recognized an opportunity to lead businesses on this new transformation journey. That's why I re-launched my consulting practice—to offer structured AI training programs, tools, and ongoing support that drive real productivity improvements, foster continuous innovation, and empower employees to reach their full potential. Leveraging Simple AI’s program, I help every team member in your organization master role-specific AI skills to apply to every role deliverable to deliver meaningful productivity improvements. Ready to take your business to the next level? Let's connect, and I'll show you how to create an AI strategy that works for you.

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Multiple award-winning digital content, music industry executive with a proven track record for programming development, artist marketing and audience growth.

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Teacher (former Chief Marketing Officer)

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Senior Customer Experience and Marketing leader, operator and GM with over 20 years of experience growing consumer online and subscription service businesses. Multi-billion dollar P&L responsibility, with track record of performance exceeding plan. Success developing and leading large teams. Highly analytical with entrepreneurial approach and results orientation.

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