I'm inspired to change the world through innovative thinking, win-win partnerships and technology. My past executive positions include global corporations such as Microsoft, successful startups like Rover.com (marketplace), and Footprint, a materials science company, where we are eliminating single use plastics working with some of the largest global food, consumer packaged goods companies and retailers. I’m a big believer that high-performing teams can make global change occur. With over 15 years in C-level roles, I have driven complex strategic initiatives and high impact results. I love to create loyal brand engagement, strategic alliances, and new revenue streams. I have extensive expertise creating brands and rebranding. In the Chief of Staff/COO roles, my experience spanned annual budgets, business development, contracts, data analytics, and risk mitigation. My passion in life is INNOVATION THAT POSITIVELY IMPACTS PEOPLE. I love creating environments that foster learning opportunities through which people find greater success. I have an award-winning track record of building trusted relationships with industry leaders in business, government, and community. These partnerships include those with IOC, USOC, the NBA, and the NFL, the Super Bowl LIV and Super Bowl XLIX and I led the strategic partnership between Footprint and the Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury in July, 2021 leading to long-term naming rights and a commitment to transform sports and entertainment with sustainable solutions. My board-level experiences include education, technology, and diversity. I have been a part of several non-profit boards of directors, including those of The FirstTee Greater Seattle, Taking IT Global, and iSAFE. I have also been a member of the Women’s Leadership Board of Harvard University. I am a frequent speaker and enjoy mentoring up-and-coming marketers with a passion for sustainability and sports. Areas of expertise include: -B2B & B2C Business Strategy & Operations -Marketing & Communications -Strategic Partnerships -Customer Loyalty -Organizational Change -Budget Creation & Control -Global Management -Sports Marketing -Community Relations I also enjoy tennis, golf, working out, jogging with my dog, and spending quality time with my family and friends. These are all great ways to fuel my purpose of making our world better. Contact: s.koehler@hotmail.com
Founder at Growth4Future
MBA, Marketing