Joshua Kirshbaum

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Marketing Consultant

Green Olive Tours

Apr 2017 - Nov 2018 (1 year 8 months)

Catalyzed transformative growth, partnering with GO Tours, GO Collective, GO Palestine, and GO Mediterranean to identify key audience needs, sponsorship opportunities, and systems/membership improvements. Consulted with executive team and stakeholders to define core brand vision and company objectives, shaping new brand, content, product, and partnership strategies to activate stellar results. • Developed and implemented a customized, trend- and mission-aligned rebranding and communications plan, embedding non-expiring content and a cohesive, compelling presentation/messaging strategy to elevate annual client retention 34% and sales 20%. • Initiated and promoted a Virtual Reality (VR) tour product, producing and preselling 20 VR tours incl

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Co-Founder & President

FK Makeup Studio

Apr 2015 - Dec 2017 (2 years 9 months)

• Initiated the regional brand of makeup studios, emphasizing event makeup and fashion importation, activating growth through stellar industry engagement and consumer/affiliate marketing. • Generated 80K online sales in the first quarter through a top-tier nationwide affiliate program, delivering a 60% growth in overall sales. • Galvanized stellar brand recognition and reputation, orchestrating four fashion shows, three music videos, and three pop-up shops to maximize reach.

Communications Consultant

Academia Latinoamericana de Español

Feb 2015 - Aug 2017 (2 years 7 months)

Partnered with the Latin American Spanish language learning organization to drive strategic communications growth, uncovering key program-aligned engagement and partnership opportunities to foster exceptional expansion in line with long-term organizational objectives. • Sourced and secured valuable relationships with 30+ US universities, growing program capabilities resulting in rapid expansion to new locations and new audiences. • Led the entire outreach program, from recruitment to social media, across all program locations, establishing region- and local-market-specific engagement initiatives within a full-scale funnel system. • Designed customized documentaries and an in-depth interview series, linking prospective students to local cul

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Public Relations Consultant

Eduardo Vega Galeria/Taller

May 2014 - Oct 2017 (3 years 6 months)

Conceived and executed innovative, influential public relations initiatives for the Ecuadorian ceramic artist and gallery, establishing a thriving international brand to catalyze exceptional growth and reach. Transformed Vega’s career, from near bankruptcy to one of the top artists in Latin America. • Spearheaded the introduction of the gallery’s artist to the Ecuadorian president, generating regional and media excitement to kickstart Vega’s Latin American tour. • Reimagined brand targeting strategy, prioritizing the young professionals segment resulting in a 40% increase in demand and a 25% growth in value. • Expanded brand recognition and sales 13% by scouting and securing three new emerging artists, securing overlapping audiences to inc

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Executive Director

Nonviolence International Network

Apr 2014 - Current (11 years 2 months)

- Awarded JOB SUMMERY: Spearheaded transformative growth and vital partnership initiatives, delivering mission-focused leadership and strategy to advance nonviolent action promotion across the organization’s global network. Steered mission-critical strategic planning, enabling the delivery of crucial deliverables, education, sponsorship, and support for nonprofit organizations around the world. TIMELINE: 2018 – Present | Executive Director of the New York & UNHQ Office, New York City 2016 – 2018 | Director of Global Communications for the NI Network, New York City & Washington D.C. 2014 – 2017 | Global Coordinator, Quito & Cuenca, Ecuador POSITION ACHIEVEMENTS: As Executive Director: • Maximized organizational capabilities, generati

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Principal Consultant and Co-Founder

May 2013 - Feb 2016 (2 years 10 months)

• Led the consulting studio focused on innovative solutions leveraging the arts and emerging technologies. • Spearheaded strategic investments into the emerging Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) tech market, uncovering key industry opportunities for product/app prototyping and market launch/penetration. • Generated 260% ROI in the company’s second year through high-profile prototyping, marketing, and consulting partnerships with major brands including Cannon Inc., FIFA, Claro, Telemundo, and Coca-Cola. • Successfully paved the way for a sustainable, flourishing brand foothold in Brazilian, Ecuadorian, and Peruvian markets through strategic partnership and high-profile TEDx events.

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Founder & Director

The Casa De La Vida

Dec 2011 - May 2014 (2 years 6 months)

Spearheaded the development of a thriving arts community, establishing classes, competitions, movies, galleries, live music events, and shows to catalyze engagement and support. Grew awareness of the flourishing cross-cultural community and art center, partnering with the City of Cuenca to foster arts initiatives. • Initiated a portfolio of digital and live crowdfunding campaigns, successfully generating $580K in eight months through high-energy funding initiatives. • Captured and grew valuable community engagement, building awareness and excitement through dynamic events and activities. • Grew membership by 15K new members and elevated national brand recognition at the helm of a top-tier marketing campaign and strategy.

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Co-Founder & Executive Director

Æ Studios NYC Cooperative

May 2009 - May 2013 (4 years 1 month)

• Headed the filmmaking cooperative of 16 affiliate studio locations focusing on multimedia content creation. • Managed a $20m+ Portfolio of real estate, production houses, equipment, and contracts. • Launched company in partnership with colleagues; sold shares in 2012 for $10.8M and remained as a Board of Directors member until 2014. • Delivered 300% ROI within a year and a half (against a three-year projected ROI of 120%), investing in more than 50 small studios and consolidating assets to maximize returns. • Generated millions of dollars each quarter at the helm of impactful sales and production strategy; led 42 distinct production crews producing 500+ short and indie films, 100+ commercials, and third-party content. • Captured key cont

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Co-Founder

Dragonfly Productions

Nov 2003 - Jun 2006 (2 years 8 months)

• Founded the youth-led LLC focused on providing exceptional household and event services for the Washington Metropolitan Area. • Founded and grew a high-profile event coverage studio, securing 700 exclusive contracts and a 1.2M-lead client list with an 80% closing accuracy rate. • Launched, matured, and successfully sold the youth-led LLC (including studio, leads, and assets) for $8M total (personal shares of $3.8M).

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