Howard Panes With over 25 years of experience as a professional trainer working with top-level athletes worldwide, Howard Panes has honed his entrepreneurial skills across 40 different companies. In 2010, he built the world’s largest electronic cigarette company from the back of his gym, scaling it to over $100 million in revenue within 18 months. Achieving the number one market share in the U.S., he later sold the business to Japan Tobacco through Goldman Sachs in 2015 in an all-cash exit. As a venture capitalist, Howard sits on the boards of numerous companies across health, tech, wellness, real estate, finance, and fintech. Now, he’s venturing into the electrified automotive industry, aiming to revolutionize the market by creating a motorized urban jet that fuses the innovation of Tesla with the luxury of Ferrari. Known as the billion-dollar brand builder, Howard specializes in guerrilla marketing and cost-efficient strategies, helping entrepreneurs save money and scale their businesses without wasting resources. His expertise lies in providing critical insights on whether a product or idea will succeed in the marketplace. By working with Howard, you can avoid costly mistakes, turning your current efforts into a five to ten times return. Above all, Howard believes “Health is Wealth.” Prioritizing your health is key to success in every aspect of life. His coaching focuses not only on scaling businesses but also on helping entrepreneurs put their health first to unlock their full potential.

As Head of Merchandising at Valuetainment, I leverage 19 years of retail expertise to drive global strategies and optimize revenue growth across sectors like licensing, retail buying, and direct-to-consumer. My proactive approach to market trends ensures impactful merchandise solutions that meet evolving consumer needs. Partner with me to elevate your business performance and achieve proven results.

Executive Vice President Stefano Ricci America! From Sales Manager to Executive Vice President, I have led our business to new heights with innovative strategies and a cutting-edge supply chain. Elevate the luxury retail experience for our esteemed clientele while building a powerhouse team of visionaries.

As a seasoned entrepreneur and strategic leader, I am Renzo Contreras, the CEO and founder of two successful enterprises, KINREX and Kosmos Peru. With over a decade of experience in business management, digital marketing, and strategic planning, I have a proven track record of driving growth, fostering innovation, and delivering exceptional results. At KINREX, which I launched in 2016, I have spearheaded the company's growth to become a leading manufacturer and distributor of plush toys and gifts. My role involves overseeing all aspects of the business, from strategic planning and product development to supply chain management and digital marketing. Through my leadership, KINREX has achieved significant market penetration, expanded its product portfolio, and increased annual revenue year by year. I am particularly adept at leveraging SEO tools, Google Ads, and social media strategies to enhance online visibility and drive sales. Prior to KINREX, I founded Kosmos Peru in 2011, transforming a family venture into a premier distributor of authentic Peruvian products. My comprehensive management skills and strategic vision have established Kosmos Peru as a trusted name in the market. By developing robust business strategies, managing supplier relationships, and leading marketing initiatives, I have ensured consistent year-over-year revenue growth and strong community engagement. My educational background in Business has helped laid the foundation for my entrepreneurial journey. Over the years, I have honed a diverse skill set that includes branding, project management, business consulting, financial management, and e-commerce (Amazon, eBay, Walmart, Etsy, Shopify). I am also proficient in using tools like Google Analytics, Microsoft Excel, and QuickBooks, Inventory Management, and hold certifications in Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, Google Ads, and Digital Marketing. I offer consultations in business development, digital marketing, strategic planning, and product innovation. Whether you are looking to enhance your brand, optimize your digital marketing strategies, manage your supply chain effectively, or develop new products, I am here to provide actionable insights and practical solutions. My approach is client-focused, aiming to understand your unique challenges and goals to tailor strategies that drive success. Join me on Minnect to leverage my extensive experience and expertise. Let's work together to transform your business ideas into reality, achieve sustainable growth, and navigate the complexities of the modern business landscape. Whether you are a startup seeking guidance on market entry or an established business looking to innovate and expand, I am committed to helping you achieve your vision and surpass your business objectives.

Ryan has spent the last 20 years in sales. Some of those years were in door-to-door cells, cold, calling, warm calls, retail cell, and even starting his own sales organization. Ryan has worked in large and small organizations and understands how interpersonal dynamics can impact the workplace and performance. Ryan also has a masters from Central Michigan. University has completed graduate coursework from Harvard University. He holds industry certifications, such as a project management professional, CCNA, ITIL, AWS cloud practitioner, and many more. He understands technical and non-technical sales and can help your company or you with best practices strategies and how to go to market. His philosophy is sales creates the life blood of a company.

I am a results driven individual with proven leadership and organizational skills. I have facilitated strategic organizational directives and led peer teams that resulted in growth across several organizations. I have experience leading various business initiatives, improving organizational operating procedures, and orchestrating profitable ventures. My experiences have shaped my conclusive approach to leadership and implementing top-notch strategic solutions. My passions lie in helping others achieve their business goals and ventures that will foster a business ecosystem that establishes growth and sustainability.

30+ yrs of Corporate and Entreprener experience in Ukraine, Poland, USA, e-commerce, start ups, retail, real estate, digital marketing, food manufacturing and retail sales,transportation and logistics, car hauling, immigration and adaptation in new environments, fuck ups😉

Meet Your Advisor and Partner I have over 25+ years of experience in mortgage banking, real estate-backed investments, correspondent/wholesale lending, construction lending and real estate development. My expertise in leading corporate business strategies has been instrumental for investor partnership relationships for secondary market capital and banking transactions. My background includes overseeing corporate policies and procedures, proforma data analysis, credit risk management, financial modeling, loan underwriting, servicing, property evaluation, financial reporting, and overall business operations. I have held leadership roles with institutions such as CIBC Bank, Wells Fargo and Private Lending & Investment Corporations. I am still active today providing funding for Net Lease and Ground Lease CRE Properties. AT ADVISORY & PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM First Time Investors to Seasoned Commercial Property Owners, Will Have Behind The Curtain Access to Information Lending Institutions Utilize To Assess Risk & Returns For Their Portfolios, Helping You to Be a Better Investor. Working in partnership with you for successful transactions. Partnership Program: I will work with you to acquire and hold for long term investments and/or investments for development/value add opportunities to produce $200,000 - $300,000 to over $500,000 in returns per transaction and pending the size of the transaction possible returns of $750,000 and more. If you are a seasoned accredited property investor or just starting out and need a team to help you succeed. I am ready to work with you from capital investment, tenant review, property acquisition, funding to development/value-add repositioning to exit/sale for increased profits. Let's have a strategy call to see if we are a right fit for each other. atcreppp.com

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“ Losing gods favor, is my biggest fear. “ - PBD Experienced sales and management professional with a proven track record of driving revenue growth and leading high-performing teams. Skilled in strategic planning, relationship building, and achieving targets in dynamic environments. Passionate about fostering collaboration and delivering exceptional results. Let's connect and explore opportunities to drive success together.