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I have a passion for helping new startups just getting going as well as established companies looking to change directions. I can help you spark creative ideas and develop an attack plan to get a business off the ground or turn the ship towards better opportunities. I encourage out-of-the-box thinking while always being practical at what's possible to accomplish.

I have over 25 years of experience in the medical device industry, including bootstrapping a protein bar company and starting a successful franchise; my expertise offers invaluable guidance to start-up, small, medium, and large-scale businesses. I specialize in strategic planning, marketing, market expansion, and product innovation. I'm adept at steering businesses through growth and industry challenges.

CONSULTANT, BUSINESS STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT, RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT, THOUGHT LEADER
Strategic, multifaceted business professional offering extensive, in-depth experience developing relationships and solutions for top-tier U.S. services institutions. Strong evaluation and planning skills, as well as expert management of corporate development activities. Entrepreneurial approach to drive improved business results through analysis and process improvements.
Core Competencies:

I'm a marketer, business developer, and salesperson. I've also managed and led marketing teams, developed and implemented business plans, and coached small businesses and individuals on being more effective marketers and business developers. I am also an independent marketing strategy consultant (see matjammarketing.com) My industry experience has been in the service sector.

I spent 6 years working as a venture capitalist at Adams Street Partners where I was focused on funding early-stage startups. After that I spent 4 years starting, operating, and selling my own business (stayoffmap.com). I'm excited to help anyone with questions about business plans, fundraising, product development, digital marketing, or any other areas of the startup process!

I can help you setup your own independent consulting practice and give information technology consulting advice.

Anyone in the drug and alcohol industry, Department of Transportation. Anything i can do to help.

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