Cents4Soccer was started in 2013 by my daughter, Olivia, to share her passion for soccer. Cents4Soccer uses soccer to build life long skills, friendships and opportunities for disadvantaged youth in South America. Cents4Soccer is the non-profit partner of for-profit, oNe Sports Group, a manufacturer of hand sewn match quality soccer balls that meet FIFA and NCAA strict specs. Together Cents4Soccer and oNe Sports Group created the buy oNe, give oNe soccer ball program. Making the world a better place 1 player at a time!

Executive Director

Built Money Arena, the first immersive AI/EVI, Emotional Voice Intelligence,simulation platform where athletes practice contract negotiation, sponsorships, family dynamics, and crisis communication in a safe, gamified arena before facing real-world situations.

Powered by Fydo’s behavioral science architecture, the 3 Power Systems (Addiction Engine, Learning Accelerator, Identity Transformer), and grounded in 11 learning sciences + emotional intelligence.

• Designed AI-driven role-play scenarios with real-time feedback that adapt to sport, identity stage, and emotional cues.
• Advanced from concept → functional pilot modules → early traction with athletes, universities, and advisors across education, athletics, and finance.
• Extended Benji, Fydo’s AI financial coach, into Money Arena as a negotiation training partner.
• Implemented a proprietary Pull Strategy (progress loops, social proof, identity evolution) inspired by Duolingo, Strava, and Snapchat.
• Built a cross-disciplinary ad

Founder

Authored a long-term financial strategy and a go-to-market plan, significantly improving market penetration and profitability. 

Developed a 5-year growth strategy and a unified sales and marketing approach, boosting lead generation and revenue.

Initiated the Illinois Solar for All strategy, promoting accessibility and compliance with state energy mandates while expanding service offerings to include whole-home electrification, diversifying products, and meeting broader consumer needs.

Senior Strategy Consultant

Profluence Sports Association is a community and a world-class network of sports founders, investors, and leaders.  Members range from early-stage founders to executives and investors at top firms.

Member

I am honored to serve as the Executive Director of Cents4Soccer, a non-profit organization with a profound mission initiated in 2013 by my daughter, Olivia. Cents4Soccer harnesses the power of soccer to impart lifelong skills, foster friendships, and create opportunities for disadvantaged youth in South America.

Key Contributions:
Strategic Partnership: Cents4Soccer proudly collaborates with oNe Sports Group, a leading manufacturer of hand-sewn match-quality soccer balls meeting stringent FIFA and NCAA specifications. This strategic alliance has led to the creation of the innovative Buy oNe, Give oNe soccer ball program.

Global Impact: Through the Buy oNe, Give oNe program, we are actively contributing to making the world a better place—one player at a time. This initiative not only aligns with our commitment to social responsibility but also reflects the positive impact sports can have on communities.

PicklePop | The Game's Changing

Welcome to PicklePop. We're not here to "redefine pickleball"—we're here to drop-kick it into the future. Forget the boring backyards and the sleepy courts; PicklePop is where passion meets adrenaline.

What do we do? We elevate your obsession. We’re here for the players, the dreamers, and the paddle-smashers who know the game deserves more than just a net and a line.

Follow us to stay in the know, but fair warning: we don’t spill all the beans.

Acquired by Fanthom Sports Ltd.

🔗 Pickleball just got hotter: https://picklepopplay.com

Propelled Atomoo towards its strategic objectives by introducing an integrated remote management platform, which spiked annual revenue by 150%.

Secured $2M in funding through strategic financial leadership, enabling product research, development, and a successful market launch.

Delivered comprehensive IT and network management solutions tailored to luxury residential and SME commercial environments, enhancing client system efficiencies by up to 60%.

Implemented a customer-centric service model that improved client satisfaction rates by 45% and significantly reduced system downtime.

Discover EVMoor, the premier online portal for purchasing EV chargers. Enjoy seamless nationwide installation and peace of mind with our comprehensive 10-year warranty. All this, at one unbeatable price. EVMoor – powering your electric journey with convenience and reliability.

Positioned Certified Cyber Solutions as a market frontrunner by pioneering and introducing secure, intuitive systems, capturing a 35% market share.

Developed and launched cutting-edge security solutions that increased customer satisfaction by 40% and reduced system vulnerabilities by 50%.

Elevated residential automation services, achieving a 25% uplift in operational efficiency and boosting recurring revenues by 30%.
Acquired by Belkin

VP of Market Development

Architected and implemented a forward-looking strategic vision, propelling company revenue growth by 200% within two years. 

Directed brand development from inception, achieving nationwide recognition in top media outlets and a 50% annual growth in brand equity.

Led a sales team to secure pivotal accounts with major retailers like Hy-Vee and Woodman’s, resulting in a 60% increase in sales volume.

Co-Founder

Capitalized on inter-divisional expertise, synergizing operations among LouisClark, KESCO Security, and PC of Mind, which augmented service integration and boosted client retention by 30%. 

Orchestrated the strategic spin-off of the IT Division into Atomoo, cultivating new revenue channels and broadening market footprint, thereby fueling a 20% annual growth in company revenue.

Steered LouisClark to clinch three CEA Tech Home Mark of Excellence Awards, underscoring our leadership in innovation and service integration, markedly elevating our industry standing.

Developed a comprehensive business strategy and clear scope documents to guide initial development and market entry strategies. 

Created a go-to-market strategy, tailored sales strategy, and defined relevant KPIs to ensure focused brand positioning and measurable growth.

Led the initial scope for AI framework development, ensuring the product aligned with market needs and educational standards.

Amplified market presence, solidifying Kesco Security's reputation as a premier provider of robust security solutions.

Devised and deployed customized security solutions for over 1000 clients, bolstering their security compliance by an impressive 40%.

Strategically facilitated the acquisition of Kesco Security by Salem Security, leading to a 25% expansion in market reach and bolstering both companies' growth. 

Exited January 2023 - Gifted to the children of a former Chicago Police Officer to grow their family business!

Head Security Guru

JourneyWise Studios crafts short-format podcasts that transcend time and space, merging storytelling, history, and education into engaging audio experiences. With episodes under 15 minutes, we capture the essence of complex topics and deliver them in a way that resonates with modern listeners.

Our flagship and inaugural podcast, Campus Chronicles: Beyond the Game, leads the charge, focusing on the vibrant and storied traditions surrounding the college football season. As the seasons change, Campus Chronicles will continue to explore the rich culture of college sports, with future episodes following the basketball and baseball seasons, delving into the unique rituals and stories that define these sports on campuses across the nation.

JourneyWise Studios' portfolio also includes other compelling podcasts that delve into family dynamics, financial guidance for new graduates, and the history of iconic radio personalities. Each one is a bite-sized exploration of stories that have shaped o

Executive Producer/Host

Early Career Highlight
Cognitive Arts (Pioneer in Learning Science & Digital Pedagogy)
Learning Design & Product Development

Contributed to pioneering projects at Cognitive Arts, one of the earliest leaders in applying cognitive science to digital education. This work in applied learning theory, behavioral design, and educational technology laid the foundation for what would later become Fydo’s 3 Power Systems and identity-driven learning frameworks.

Key Impact:
• Worked on early digital learning experiences informed by cognitive science and pedagogy.
• Gained first-hand experience in how people learn, retain, and transfer knowledge—skills directly applied to athlete financial literacy and negotiation training today.
• Helped set the stage for decades of innovation in learning science, bridging the gap between research and real-world application.

Relevance Today: The DNA of Cognitive Arts lives on in Money Arena powered by Fydo, where cutting-edge behavioral economics and immersive 

CognitiveArts

Strategized and executed end-to-end brand support, accelerating over 20 startups' market entry and cutting launch timeframes by 40%.

Founded a pioneering innovation lab, which annually generates five trailblazing beverage prototypes, setting new industry benchmarks.

Upgraded facility with advanced canning lines and refrigeration, increasing production capacity by 50% and reducing energy costs by 20%.

The facility was acquired by a client in January 2024.

As a key member of the team at Frank & Stein Distribution, I contribute to redefining the traditional Direct Store Delivery (DSD) model by focusing on operational innovation and scalability. My role involves building and optimizing infrastructure, systems, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to empower our emerging brand partners to succeed in the markets we serve.

Utilizing a suite of advanced technologies, including Coolr Group, and exploring additional tools, I help design unparalleled efficiencies, data-driven solutions, and cutting-edge logistics capabilities. These innovations enable us to deliver exceptional results for our partners, ensuring their brands are supported from market entry through sustained growth.

My responsibilities encompass overseeing procurement, fulfillment, fleet management, and warehouse expansion, as well as driving collaboration with co-packers to streamline operations. By blending strategic planning with technological innovation, I help position F

Fractional COO - Utility Player

Directed a dynamic rebranding initiative at Gem City Spirits, boosting brand recognition by 50% and elevating sales by 30% in the initial year. 

Directed the development and launch of the award-winning Blood Orange Bourbon, contributing to a 40% increase in product line sales.

Guaranteed full compliance with TTB regulations, averting penalties and enabling seamless new product introductions across various states.

Director Of Operations

Building infrastructure for rapid-response communications in progressive politics.

The Signal Lab develops Rapid Signal—an AI-powered platform that produces verified, broadcast-quality audio and video content for campaigns, PACs, labor unions, and advocacy organizations in 2-4 hours versus the industry standard of 24-48 hours.

In an era where misinformation spreads at machine speed, traditional communications workflows leave campaigns constantly behind the narrative. Rapid Signal solves this by combining proven AI media technology with human verification to produce emotionally intelligent, fact-checked content at the speed of social media.

Core capabilities:
- Multi-format content production (60-90 second clips for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, X, and podcast distribution)
- Demographically diverse AI personas (educators, faith leaders, veterans, working parents) for authentic audience targeting
- Human-verified fact-checking integrated into every piece of content
- 2-4 h

Steered regional and national sales strategies, catapulting year-over-year revenue by 50% and capturing significant accounts, including Disney and Hilton.

Orchestrated product development and brand strategy, generating 20 innovative product lines and expanding market share by 70%.

Cultivated cross-functional team collaboration, optimizing supply chain and sales processes, which reduced operational costs by 25%.

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Dynamically drove client engagement, forging strategic partnerships with industry leaders like Tidel Manufacturing and Jellyvision, thereby facilitating the creation of innovative software solutions that enhanced client operations by 30%.

Pioneered global collaboration initiatives by spearheading and overseeing the first programming outsourced projects to India, slashing development costs by 40% without compromising on timelines or quality.

Contributed to the creation and launch of Chameleon ATM, the first Internet-based ATM, resulting in a 50% increase in market penetration for Tidel Manufacturing within two years.

Acquired by BVM, Inc. January 2001

In my role as Chief Operating Officer at ConvenienTV, I had the privilege of leading the largest deployer and management firm of digital signage in North America. Overseeing operations across 550 locations, our esteemed partners included Krogers, Shell, Amoco, and various casinos. Parent company aquired by eFunds 2002.

Key Contributions:
Strategic Relationship Management: As COO, my primary responsibility was to meticulously manage relationships between ConvenienTV, our esteemed host partners, and advertisers. This involved ensuring seamless revenue-sharing arrangements, maximizing network uptime, and guaranteeing the precise delivery of content.

Network Optimization: I played a pivotal role in optimizing the performance of our extensive digital signage network, employing strategic measures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

High-Profile Partnerships: Collaborating with major partners such as Krogers, Shell, Amoco, and prominent casinos, I facilitated mutually beneficial arran

Lead day to day operations for Namche Infrastructure, building redeployable, off-grid workforce housing communities for large-scale construction projects across the Midwest.
 
Namche solves a schedule-risk problem: when a major construction project needs thousands of tradespeople in a rural or exurban area, local housing can't absorb the peak workforce. We design, deploy, and operate full-service housing communities minutes from the job site, private rooms, on-site meals, and daily amenities that keep skilled labor local and projects on schedule.
 
Responsible for owner and general contractor relationships, site strategy, and day-to-day operations. Bring 27 years of Midwest residential and commercial construction experience, including bootstrapping a group of low-voltage infrastructure companies into a significant regional operation without outside capital.

Brian Post

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