Strategic Relationships

in Practice

If you’re evaluating whether strategic relationships can actually drive growth, or whether I’m the right person to help you build them, these case studies show what that looks like in real situations.

The work documented here reflects intentional relationships designed to create movement: partnerships that make sense, placements that build trust, and environments where decisions and opportunities naturally emerge.

Explore the Case Studies

Below are selected examples of strategic relationships and activations I’ve built with intention and followed through with execution.

Each link provides a closer look at the situation, the thinking behind it, and the outcome created.

Case Studies- Relationships

Central Atlanta Progress - Civic and developmental relationship focused on community development in the Downtown Atlanta area. REVIEW FULL CASE STUDY

Atlanta Black Chambers - Economic and strategic relationship focused on serving Atlanta’s black business community for growth.

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Crown Royal - Social and experiential relationship focused on upscale and premium social engagements. REVIEW FULL CASE STUDY

Case Studies- Activations/Events

The Evening Exchange - Networking event series bringing together professionals, business owners, and community leaders across metro Atlanta. REVIEW FULL CASE STUDY

Skyline Speaker Series - Professional & personal development speaker event series spanning multiple topics, attracting growth-minded individuals. REVIEW FULL CASE STUDY

Business Over Breakfast - Morning networking series focused on relationship-based business growth opportunities for business owners. REVIEW FULL CASE STUDY

Young Professionals Metro Mixer- Multi-Organizational activation focused on creating cross-industry relationship development for emerging professionals. REVIEW FULL CASE STUDY

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Relationships Are My Business

I’ve spent my career in roles where success depends on building relationships, creating opportunities, and connecting the right people.

 

- Property Management: I built partnerships that turned ideas into tangible assets while navigating complex deals, handle high-stakes negotiations, and keep multiple stakeholders aligned.

-Food & Beverage management: I advised entrepreneurs on how to protect and grow their ventures.  Mastering customer experience in high-pressure operations with low margins.

-Director of Membership: Commerce Club in Atlanta:

I work with the city’s most influential professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders—helping them connect with each other in ways that lead to real business growth. 

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