Scottsdale, Arizona
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(2010 - 2012)
2023
2023
Immersion acts as a premier venture development partner with over a decade of experience helping founders, enterprises and public organizations in the development of commercializable solutions to the world’s problems. We do this through a comprehensive programmatic strategy that unlocks the true innovation potential of a community by providing the people within it with access to a suite of knowledge, resources, and partnerships that live inside and outside it. Prior to Immersion our collective has aided in the development of over 100 ventures from enterprise technology, hospitality tech, consumer goods, IoT to aerospace. Creating over $2B+ in value across 8 funds and alongside 20+ enterprise organizations around the world. Our partners are disruptive technology leaders, bold brand builders and smart money investors that have been pivotal in the growth of many industries. Immersion focuses on the full lifecycle of innovation and aids in the development of programs that range from as early as high school to executive programs at the world’s top research universities. Our flagship offerings include: - Access to advisory services - Seed To Exit Program - Executive Leadership Development Program - Venture Fellow Programs - Value of Policy Programs - Venture Development As A Service - Innovation Challenges - Our Venture Acceleration Program
2016
2016
We help the nation's leading enterprises connect with the United States' top community of diverse technology, advanced manufacturing, and healthcare professionals. We are Arizona's 2021 Minority Emerging Technology & Industries Firm Of The Year Ease connects diverse and highly qualified candidates, at scale, with the nation's top organizations looking to hire. Our technology and processes reduce hiring bias by providing companies with an AI-enabled way to attract, vet and upskill often-overlooked talent. Ease is an alum of the world's top technology accelerator programs gener8tor and Plug & Play Tech Center and is backed by some of the nation's top angel investors, CSA Partners and Northwestern Mutual. Ease is the 2020 winner of Milwaukee Reverse Pitch for creating an industry-leading diverse external talent marketplace that matches the ideal corporations and professionals and allows them to collaborate within a proprietary remote environment. Ease partners with the nation's top universities, coding camps, and corporations to create an equal opportunity remote workforce platform.
2019
Uncle Bucks is located at the gateway of the Fiserv Forums famous Deer District. Offering an authentic rustic Northwoods meets a hip east coast theme, with featured prize Buck trophies from local hunters throughout Wisconsin. You can expect a warm and cozy experience with an exciting evening flare where you can dance the night away. During our dining hours, you can enjoy upscale pub fare made by our Chef Ben Crevensten. He made a menu with everything from delicious freshly blended brisket and short ribs burgers, fried green tomato BLT, pork belly burnt ends, salmon, veggie pasta and some Wisconsin classics sprinkled throughout the menu. Our cocktails are designed with both passion and culture in mind. Taking traditional bi-coastal classic cocktails and adding a Wisconsin twist to them. You won't go thirsty for one second with 24 of the states best draft beers to choose from. All about your game days? Well so are we and we take them seriously! You won't miss a single shot, pass, pitch or kick with a back bar that holds 4 65in LED televisions and two separate big screens to make you feel like you're at every game. We even have a game room for your kids or even adults to enjoy. Uncle Bucks is a place for everyone to feel welcome while they experience what the true culture of Wisconsin feels like right outside of the Fiserv Forum.
2019
If you’re looking for nightlife excitement the Red Star rooftop is where you want to be. Offering a cozy gas-fired bar top for 25 people to sit around and enjoy our craft cocktails and sharable menu items in the second-floor lounge. Red Star has breathtaking views of the Bucks new Fiserv Forum, the Milwaukee River, Old World 3rd Street and the Deer District. Red Star stands high above Old World Third Street acting as a beacon that leads you to the rhythm and sound hidden within this multi-structural entertainment complex. Red Star is more than just an amazing view with great sound. The rooftop lounge dining features sharable plates to serve 4-6 people. With some of the most notable being our tahini and serrano dip with pita bread and mixed vegetables, shrimp and grits, as well as our roasted carrots w honey Greek yogurt. Our passion is creating an experience that creates lasting memories for each of our guests. Please contact us at book@redstaronthird.com for reservations and inquiries.
2023
I am a member of the advisory board of the UC Riverside Design Thinking Program. We focus on incorporating human-centric innovation. Today’s competitive and dynamic landscape requires re-imagining business strategies and approaches to innovation. At the heart of your product development lives the goal of solving an unmet need for your customers. Design Thinking employs methods and mindsets to promote a human-centered approach. By effectively leveraging the design thinking framework and embracing human insights, you can quickly and efficiently create better products and experiences for your customers. In this program, you will learn to work collaboratively to solve complex problems while combining creative and analytical methodology. Develop deep insights, understand human behavior, articulate design needs, prototype solutions, and test and validate in an iterate-based process. The UCR University Extension Design Thinking Program is designed by industry experts for professionals seeking a practical framework for this fast-growing discipline. From empathizing, defining, ideating, prototyping, testing, and validating - get ready to roll up your sleeves and apply your new skills in this hands-on, interactive course.
2021
I am honored to sit on the board of the nation's leading organization devoted to empowering innovation and entrepreneurship in education and the missions of student entrepreneurs.
2020
2020
LLUX is a luxury private member club that connects the world's leading creators, connectors, and innovators through experiences. LLUX also provides a private online community that allows for its members to share insights, resources, and expert groups to help accelerate each other towards their goals. Here are a number of brands and stars that the LLUX Group has been blessed to attract and collaborate with: Aaron Paul and Bryan Cranston's - Dos Hombres Brody Jenner's - Mamita's GoPuff 44 North The Indy 500 & Indy Autonomous Challenge Mike Ditka & Jaws Cigars with the Stars NFTVIP - Las Vegas Keyshia Cole Marvin Bagley III and many more. The LLUX HQ is located at Scottsdale Airport inside of a member-owned private hangar that has been converted into the community's "hideaway". Outfitted with offices, a podcast studio, exotic car storage, and private event space overlooking the runway.
2021
Located at Scottsdale Airport We are excited to present to The Hideaway which is a Jet Hangar converted into the headquarters of the LLUX Group. This is a creation by Scottsdale's newest private member club the LLUX Group who takes pride in creating an experience that brings exceptional people together. The space has been outfitted with offices, a podcast studio, and meeting space for our community. Unique Perks: The Hideaway is located on a private taxiway which excludes us from the Scottsdale airpark restrictions that other hangars have. We are steps away from the primary takeoff spot which creates a memorable experience as each jet takes off in the background. The Hideaway works in conjunction with our partners in the valley. Allowing you to be able to have access to luxury car rentals, private jet charters, and much more. If you're looking to connect with the most unique and diverse network of professionals in the valley then please join the LLUX Group and come experience The Hideaway.
2021
I am a contributing writer for Entrepreneur that is passionate about conversations around workforce innovation, technology, education, and social impact.
2012
2012
I help companies understand where they want to go, how they will get there, and how to attract the best talent that is stage relevant to your journey.