jacob

Project Manager

An accomplished project manager and entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in industrial design, brand building, and blockchain technology. Career marked by a commitment to innovation, team collaboration, and strategic execution, leading to successful product launches and enhanced community engagement. Thrives in fast-paced environments, leveraging attention to detail and adaptability to drive growth and achieve impactful results.



Experience: 10 years

Yearly salary: $180,000

Hourly rate: $90

Nationality: 🇺🇸 United States

Residency: 🇺🇸 United States


Experience

TEKIKA PROJECT STRATEGY
TELOS FOUNDATION
2024 - 2024
Assisted with the development of a groundbreaking Web3 quest platform on the Telos blockchain, designed to offer an immersive and dynamic experience for users. Oversaw all aspects of the project, from concept to execution, including world-building, narrative development, and aesthetic design, ensuring a cohesive and engaging user experience. Coordinated a multidisciplinary team of designers, developers, and digital artists to create dynamic digital assets that evolve with user progress, setting new standards for interactive blockchain experiences. Managed partnerships with key ecosystem players, securing over $100,000 in rewards for participants and driving community engagement through innovative quests and reward structures. Developed and executed a successful marketing strategy that included social media campaigns, partner collaboration, and community outreach, significantly boosting project visibility and user participation.
PROJECT MANAGER
TELOS FOUNDATION
2022 - 2025
Collaborate on initiatives that enhanced the Telos network's innovation and adoption. Create educational content to enhance community knowledge and engagement. Foster partnerships, significantly contributing to the flourishing Telos Community.
CO-FOUNDER
RIVE KNIVES
2022 - 2024
Pioneered the establishment of Rive Knives, driving innovation in everyday carry tools. Orchestrated the development of cutting-edge components and materials for premium products. Executed strategic planning and product positioning, leading to successful market entry.
DIGITAL ASSET & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
TELOS FOUNDATION
2022 - 2024
Spearheaded the development of Telos' NFT ecosystem following the launch of their EVM. Successfully attracted and onboarded artists through targeted outreach programs, leading to multiple successful NFT mints on the Telos chain. Produced educational materials on ERC-721 and ERC-1155 standards, metadata hosting, and contract deployment, which facilitated user understanding and engagement with Telos NFTs. Organized and executed multiple art competitions, strengthening community ties and increasing engagement. Curated international galleries, showcasing Telos' NFT capabilities on a global stage. Played a key role in integrating 3rd party NFT dApps into the Telos ecosystem, enhancing user experience and accessibility. Provided comprehensive support and education to users during these transitions.
PROJECT MANAGER
SLUGHAUS
2019 - 2022
Directed branding efforts, curating and creating all media content, including website design. Coordinated scheduling for project releases and cross-promotional marketing. Developed and executed strategies for domestic and international customer outreach.
MANAGING PARTNER
DASH WALLETS
2015 - 2019
Contributed to the successful launch of 13 products, raising over $4M in funding. Oversaw fulfillment of over 600,000 products to 95 countries. Strengthened customer outreach and increased wholesale inquiries, significantly boosting sales and expanding market reach.
HEAD OF DESIGN
THESIS WATCHES
2012 - 2017
Led product design, development, and prototyping for mass production. Managed the design process from conception to final production. Conducted market research, identified trends, and established branding/marketing campaigns.
CO-FOUNDER
KEYDISK
2012 - 2017
Directed organizational and logistics operations for multiple product launches. Designed everyday carry products for strategic marketing and retail. Researched, sourced, and facilitated manufacturing from concept to fulfillment.

Skills

brand-marketing
business-development
communication
consulting
customer-success
ecommerce
project-manager
strategy
english