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MJS.

Resume

The work, in order.

A creative marketing leader who turns complex business challenges into clear, compelling ideas — across brand, campaigns, narrative, and audience experience. 20+ organizations, 40+ events, 20+ press placements.

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Experience

Co-Founder & Chief Marketing Officer

Feb 2023 — Present

Awen LLC

  • Led brand strategy, creative direction, messaging, and audience engagement for 20+ organizations across technology, advocacy, and community.
  • Directed cross-functional campaigns, coordinating creative contributors, partners, and stakeholders across digital, events, content, and community.
  • Developed marketing supporting 40+ events, including a flagship conference of 700+ attendees and several events over 100.
  • Translated complex subject matter into accessible narratives while advising clients and executive partners on growth and engagement.

President

Mar 2025 — Present

Wisconsin Blockchain Business Council

  • Lead communications, advocacy, and public education for a statewide membership organization representing Wisconsin businesses.
  • Built messaging and engagement strategies supporting member growth, public awareness, and legislative advocacy.
  • Organized industry events of 100+ attendees featuring policymakers, institutional investors, and technology leaders.
  • Built partnerships with 10+ sponsors and strategic organizations; grew a membership community of 36+ members.

Growth & Marketing Committee Member (Elected)

Dec 2025 — Present

Intersect — Cardano Ecosystem

  • Elected to a global committee evaluating strategic marketing initiatives.
  • Assess campaign proposals, brand development strategies, and audience engagement opportunities.
  • Advise cross-functional leaders on creative concepts, messaging, and growth.

Recording Artist & Creative Director

2018 — Present

Mie (Independent Music Project)

  • Built and directed a multidisciplinary creative brand spanning music, visual storytelling, photography, and video.
  • Secured 20+ media and press placements, including PBS Milwaukee, WISN 12, and the Milwaukee Film Festival.
  • Led creative direction for release campaigns, coordinating collaborators across design, photography, production, and promotion.
  • Developed visual identity systems and campaign concepts across music, photography, video, and digital.