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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.

In one sentence, I help tech entrepreneurs and IT companies to communicate effectively in a business environment.

If you are starting or developing your B2B business and stuck in the ways of how to reach your clients and partners and to deliver them values of your product or service, I can help you to shape your business message, persuasively present, and communicate it in a result-oriented way.

My areas of expertise: Information Technology | Executive Communications | Visual Communications | Presentations | Tone of Voice in Startups and Enterprises.

Utilizing my years of experience as an e-commerce business owner and digital marketing agency owner, I am able to help SCORE clients understand how to use digital marketing and their online platforms to reach and engage with their target market. How to review their current online presence and understand analytics to determine areas of opportunity for growth.

I've had my own consulting business for more than 35 years, so I have some idea about starting and maintaining a small business. As a writer, editor and marketing/corporate communications consultant, I can help with all forms of business communications, key messaging, customer outreach, marketing programs, product differentiation, market outreach, competitive differentiation, business planning, etc.

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've created 5 profitable businesses in multiple sectors and have made my share of mistakes along the way. I can help you understand the risks of being a small business owner, identify them and find a path forward. I excel at understanding and solving problems. Starting a business is more than opening your doors. You need to consider imaging, staffing, cashflow, your role in the community, competition, market and more. Clear feedback and support.

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 have been for 20 years and have done everything from graphic design to marketing strategy including email, seo, search engine marketing, paid advertising, and overarching marketing strategy.

I can help small B2B businesses and start ups answer questions about how marketing can help grow their business and how to get started with various marketing programs. I have over 35 years of experience in corporate marketing, brand development, lead generation programs and strategic planning at startup and mid-sized companies.