Director of Product, Narvar
Nov, 2021 - Present
Narvar works with 1,100+ retailers across the globe to build loyalty through the post-purchase process.
I'm leading a great team responsible for Narvar's track and messaging product lines, used by merchants to create seamless tracking and returns experiences for products they sell.
Senior Director, Product, Sailthru
Nov, 2019 - Oct, 20211 year 11 months
Formerly a customer, I joined Sailthru as one of the first 12 employees for the ride of a lifetime in the product organization. In nearly 10 years, we grew from API-focused NYC email startup to a worldwide omnichannel marketing automation tool used by Conde Nast, Minted, Nascar and other publishing/commerce powerhouses. Sailthru was acquired by CM Group in early 2019, setting forth a new era for our platform and brand.
Senior Director, Product (2019-2021:)
Senior Director of Product Management, Sailthru
Jul, 2011 - Nov, 20198 years 4 months
Prior roles: Director, Product Management; Product Manager
Senior Product Manager, The Access Network Company & BlackBook Media
Oct, 2010 - Jul, 20119 months
Lead feature development, deployment and/or integration for College Media Network products, specifically the College Publisher CMS used by more than 600 college news organizations. Also guide social/community management for College Media Network/College Publisher and assist with partner relations and marketing.
Account & Community Manager, College Media Network, MTV Networks
Dec, 2006 - Sep, 20103 years 9 months
Lead for social strategy and community outreach. Service and support for more than 600 college media publications across the United States.Work directly with students, advisers and professional staff at publications. Liaison between development team and partners for Web-based software improvements and technical issues.
Graduate Assistant, Instructor, Ball State University
Dec, 2007 - May, 20091 year 5 months
Led six-week news writing courses for undergraduates.
Editor in Chief, Ball State Daily News, Ball State University
Dec, 2005 - Dec, 20072 years
Responsible for staff of more than 50 college journalists. Oversaw production of 14,000 distribution newspaper five days a week. Instrumental in cross-media promotion and news gathering with partner news outlets.
Oversaw branding and relaunch of new Web site. Obtained equipment and created production framework for daily audio podcast.
Counselor, Franke Park Day Camp
May, 2003 - Aug, 20063 years 3 months
(Seasonal) Organize and lead weekly groups of children ages 6-8 or 9-11 in outdoor setting.
Coordinate activities and work in high-stress environment, rain or shine, with group of peers.
Part of Fort Wayne, Indiana's Parks and Recreation Department.
Promotions Assistant, Talent, Summit City Radio
Dec, 2000 - Dec, 20066 years
Weekend on-air disc jockey.
Assist promotions staff with on-site remotes, including preparing, loading, unloading, set up, strike and unloading remote equipment and vehicle.
Digital Storytelling, MA, Ball State University
Dec, 2007 - Dec, 2009
Journalism, BS, Ball State University
Dec, 2003 - Dec, 2007
Pride Power 100 , City & State New York
Awarded on: Jun 30, 2019
Honoree as Co-chair of Heritage of Pride during the events of Stonewall 50 / WorldPride NYC 2019
Young Alumnus Award , Ball State University Department of Journalism
Awarded on: Apr 30, 2013
Secondary Education Hall of Fame Inductee , Ball State University Department of Journalism
Awarded on: Apr 30, 2011
Co-Chair, NYC Pride
Sep, 2015 - Sep, 2019
Co-chair of the executive board overseeing the non-profit producer of NYC's annual LGBTQIA+ Pride Events. Led organization through expansive, critical growth stage as it prepared and presented Stonewall 50 / WorldPride NYC 2019.
March Director, NYC Pride
Sep, 2013 - Sep, 2015
Manage budget, planning, volunteer coordination and day-of event management for the nation's largest and oldest LGBT March. Led the historic and record-breaking 2015 March, the first after the United States established same-sex marriage equality.
Docent, The National September 11 Memorial
Jan, 2014 - Mar, 2016
Provide interpretive services to National September 11th Memorial Museum visitors through thematic talks that include detailed information about artifacts, the World Trade Center site and the history of 9/11.
Event Assistant, NYC Pride
May, 2011 - Sep, 2013
Active Member of Media, Dance and March committees. 2013 event responsibilities: Asst. March Director, Dance Stage Manager, Rally Deputy Stage Manager
Voting Member of Heritage of Pride, the organization responsible for New York City's annual LGBT Pride Events.
Visitor Services Volunteer, The National September 11 Memorial
Nov, 2011 - May, 2014
Assist 9/11 Memorial Staff in crowd control and baseline narrative fact presentation during regular shifts each month.
Digital Services Volunteer, The Trevor Project
Jul, 2011 - Jan, 2014
Assist in ghostwriting "Dear Trevor" responses, a one-to-one Q&A with LGBTQ youth. Administrator for "TrevorSpace," a social network for LGBTQ youth.
The Role of the Internet in Presidential Campaigns , Communication Studies
Published on: Oct 27, 2009
This essay examines the various roles and functions of the Internet predominantly in the
Democratic primaries from January 1, 2008 through June 3, 2008.
Dave is a one-of-a-kind employee. He always exceeds expectations with his clients and is an excellent problem solver when it comes to managing projects. He is constantly pushing his professional development forward through networking and staying on the leading edge of digital trends. His thirst for knowledge is impressive and admirable.