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I'm an experienced content marketer and copywriter with a decade in various roles, including in-house, agency, and consulting, primarily in consumer/B2B tech. My infatuation with communities started back in late 2020 when I was a fractional content lead at House of Wise (an affiliate-led DTC brand). I helped amplify the stories of members through written content, a newsletter, and a Clubhouse audio series interviewing high-achieving women and founders throughout the following year. I continued to build a strong network and made connections during my consulting years as DTC Mom. After encouragement from a few former clients turned friends, I founded a women's e-commerce Slack community with 70 members (and counting!). I currently lead marketing and partnerships for an e-commerce SaaS company but looking to be in a full-time community role. I'm a lifelong super-connector, writer, storyteller, and Enneagram nerd with an infectious personality. I keep the #random channel lively but stay organized, championing those working with me.

With over 15 years experience, I provide leadership and mentoring to community teams, to bring their community to a higher level. Strategy & programs, metrics and reporting, influential communications - we build holistic connections across the business, identifying where a community can provide deeper value and impact for the business and community members. We prove impact with data. Always learning, I have a diverse and broad toolkit to offer; Design Thinking, CX certified, ICF certified professional/personal coach. I build safe spaces for teams where they can be themselves fully, where we challenge each other, grow and create significant impact; 1 + 1 = 3 when you do it well! I have spoken on various community topics at TSIA, Dreamforce, CMX, and other conferences.

I’m a community consultant who is driving organizational transformation through communities. Through Connecteur, a certified Meta Community Management’s company, I provide consultancy for community strategy development, and train community leaders and managers. Being expert in communities of practice, I have over a decade of experience in the content field, in working with organizations, entrepreneurs, and businesses around the globe in online and offline platforms. I’m also the co-founder of MENAco, a professional network for women entrepreneurs in the hi-tech field from the Middle East and North Africa (the MENA region). I have previously worked with Meta, Entrepreneurs’ Organization, Forbes, and others. In my consulting I use my own methodology for community building, as well as creativity - to make sure your community will reach its goals!

Hello! I'm Kris, a big believer in the power of community to transform brands and bring people together in meaningful ways. My journey into the world of community building began not in a boardroom, but amidst the vibrant interactions of small-scale forums and local meetups. It was there, in the grassroots initiatives, that I discovered my passion for connecting people, not just online, but in the shared experiences that shape our lives. One of my proudest milestones came recently with the launch of "The Nest" for Goosechase Adventures—a platform where I translated user enthusiasm into a thriving online community. This wasn't just about numbers; it was about creating a space where every member felt valued and heard. The success of The Nest, marked by a staggering engagement rate in its initial weeks, was a testament to what we can achieve when we put the community at the heart of our strategy. My curiosity and love for learning have always pushed me to explore beyond the conventional. Recently, I've delved into the world of data analytics to understand community behaviors better. This new skill has not only enriched my strategy toolkit but also enabled me to forecast trends and tailor engagements that resonate on a deeper level. What excites me most is the opportunity to build bridges—between brands and their audiences, between products and their users. My approach is unique because I don't just look at community building as a part of the marketing mix; I see it as the soul of brand identity. It's where the magic happens, where brands become a living, breathing part of people's lives. Beyond the metrics and KPIs, my strength lies in my ability to listen, adapt, and innovate. Where others might see challenges, I see opportunities to strengthen connections and foster loyalty. My toolkit is diverse, from content creation that sparks conversations to event strategies that bring people together, all grounded in a profound understanding of what makes communities tick. In a world where digital spaces are more crowded than ever, my unique blend of creative vision, strategic thinking, and genuine passion for community engagement stands out. I don't just build communities; I cultivate environments where every member can thrive and contribute to collective growth. Let's connect and explore how we can create something extraordinary together, building communities that not only grow but flourish.

With over a decade of connecting people with innovative ideas, I’ve founded and directed multiple non-profit and for-profit ventures. I’ve translated my creative background into collaborations that generate engagement and inspire new ideas. My background includes overseeing 250+ volunteers, successfully delivering complex projects, and fundraising in short timeframes. I continuously seek ways to inspire partnerships and build foundations for community engagement. My collaborative community projects have been exhibited worldwide and, most recently, seen at the Smithsonian’s Renwick Gallery and OMCA. My projects and communities have been covered in: The New York Times, Colbert Report, Wired Magazine, Boing Boing, Make Magazine, Fast Company. I have spoken at: SXSW, TED, TEDx, CMX, Exploratorium, San Francisco Art Institute, American Association of Museums Conference. My specialties include: Community Architecture, Project management, Design Thinking, Maker culture, Development and management of large-scale installations, Solution-based design, Digital & social media production, Project-based curriculum design, Research, Event Planning, Large-scale collaboration, Documentary photography: film & digital.

Past Experience: ▪ Designed and led all startup B2B community initiatives, such as membership acquisition, engagement, events, webinars, content, budget ▪ Built cross-departmental frameworks and processes from ideation to execution, including playbooks and engagement/retention strategies ▪ Formulated customer journey processes and cross-marketing programs for GTM strategy fostering revenue growth and product updates ▪ Spearheaded meetings with C-Suite and Sales to analyze and measure KPIs (i.e.: pipeline, ROI, membership acquisition, loyalty, engagement, activity), driving data-driven decisions for bi-weekly programming and partnerships with Fortune500 and $100M+ logos ▪ Identified process improvements, optimizing operational efficiency for a streamlined workflow, increased efficiency, and reduced costs ▪ Achieved a remarkable >25% increase in closed won business, 20X membership acquisition, and 4X revenue growth for Series A startup

I’m a software test consultant with over 13 years’ experience at all levels from management to QA. Having worked across multiple sectors and industries, including Government, charity, private, e-commerce sector and more. The experience gained has enabled me to work with amazing companies to deliver fantastic software solutions, develop, mentor and build great testing teams along with redesigning of delivery processes and more. This coupled with my ability to hit the ground running in many environments and coupled with the skills that I offer mean I help your company achieve its objectives, releasing the best quality product for the timescales available, whilst delivering process efficiency savings where possible. I have used a multitude of different software methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, TDD, BDD, etc. I enjoy working in a team but can run independently when required. I love challenges and increasing my skills. I thrive on seeing individuals and organizations succeed through successful training, mentoring, implementation and delivery of testing. I help stressed out businesses build and implement bespoke, cost-effective software product testing solutions, so they can implement a testing function that lasts a lifetime, save money and focus on customer growth.

Biggest accomplishments to date include giving thousands of third culture kids a wifi-home and a sense of belonging through my on & offline brand TCKGlobal. In 2018, I gave a TEDx talk on the growth of my online community of third culture kids around the world. And, as the first hire at Levellr (a fast growing startup which empowers music industry stakeholders to cultivate Discord & Telegram communities, harness valuable first-party data, and generate additional income streams) I enabled them to build innovative and scalable community-tech-specific products and services shown through direct impact in revenue by growing +37% in one quarter and over 2.5x vs EOY 2022. In 10 months I managed team growth of 400%. Notable clients include Sony, Universal, Warner, and renowned artists like Fall Out Boy, Steve Aoki, Gorillaz, Katy Perry, and Niall Horan, along with brand giants such as Starbucks. At Levellr I led teams that delivered" Community Building Software and Services Product and New Metrics Development Moderation Program & Moderation Training Development and Management Digital Services Management Community Education Products and Services Community Content Production Started community building at the age of 16. Spent 8 years in early-stage tech start-ups independently and in teams within different areas across the marketing mix. Loves all things community & communications, marketing, and people management. Enjoy forming deep and meaningful relationships B2C, B2B, B2B2C. Dedicated my 20's learning diverse marketing skills and becoming an expert in community. Now, in my 30s, seeking a stable, long-term community-focused role. Whether you want to get started on building a new community from scratch, or need hands on or community consulting help turning an existing unhealthy community to a healthy sustainable one - I'm your gal! Notable recommendations - available upon request.

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Hey! I'm wellness content creator and founder of blockchain wellness community. With expertise in web3 & wellness I'm looking for additional opportunities. I offer my skill set in business, wellness, and the web3 to contribute to organizations that value community-driven wellness initiatives. I speak 5 languages, which is an asset for any global community. Connect with me to discuss the wellness evolution, or revolution. Some of the things I do: -> Design engaging templates for community presentations and discussions. -> Craft compelling proposals and pitch decks to attract partnerships and funding. -> Facilitate diverse community topics and initiate insightful discussions. -> Organize and moderate interactive spaces or sessions for real-time engagement. -> Lead dynamic chats for better community interaction and support. -> Coordinate yoga, meditation and wellness warm-up sessions to promote holistic wellness within the community.