I lead marketing systems that turn pipeline into performance

From scaling startups to transforming enterprise ops, I align strategy, systems, and execution to drive real business growth.

Proven Impact

The results that define my approach

$1B+ Revenue
Strategic value creation positioning companies for successful exits

Healthcare, education, cannabis, franchise

3 Exit Processes
Developed and executed comprehensive exit strategies across multiple industries

Due diligence, integration, strategic positioning

1 Successful Exit
Successfully navigated complete exit process from preparation to close

$20M Native Grill & Wings acquisition

200+ Locations
Built scalable marketing operations that enhance enterprise value for exits

Multi-campus, multi-state coordination

Executive Profile

C-suite marketing executive who transforms marketing from cost center to growth engine. Proven ability to scale teams, budgets, and systems while delivering measurable business impact across regulated industries and high-growth environments.

CMO
C-Suite Experience
$40M+
Budget Managed
20+
Team Members Led
3
Regulated Industries

Strategic Capabilities

Growth Strategy
0 → $25M
Team Building
Startup → Enterprise
Crisis Leadership
CRM → Growth
Digital Transformation
AI Implementation

Executive Experience

Board-Level Strategy

C-suite collaboration, investor relations, strategic planning

M&A Leadership

Due diligence, integration planning, value creation

Regulatory Expertise

HIPAA, Title IV, cannabis compliance, multi-state operations

Platform Innovation

AI implementation, martech integration, proprietary systems

Market Leadership

Healthcare Technology

HIPAA-compliant platforms, telehealth

$50M+ revenue growth

Higher Education

Multi-campus operations, Title IV

18 locations, 10K+ students

Emerging Markets

Cannabis tech, regulatory navigation

Category leadership

Franchise Operations

Multi-location marketing, brand consistency

$20M exit

Leadership Differentiators

Crisis to Growth

Turned CRM failure into record enrollment growth

Exit Strategy

$20M franchise acquisition through strategic preparation

Healthcare Tech

HIPAA-compliant telehealth systems for addiction treatment

Case Studies

Real challenges, strategic solutions, measurable results

Successful $20M Exit: Native Grill & Wings Franchise Acquisition
Marketing Director & Exit Strategy LeadNative Grill & Wings2018 – 2020

Led comprehensive digital transformation and exit preparation strategy resulting in successful franchise acquisition.

$20M Exit
45+ location franchise acquisition
HIPAA-Compliant Telehealth Platform for Addiction Treatment
Telehealth System DeveloperRume Health2022 – 2023

Developed a secure telehealth system enabling addiction treatment services across multiple states.

Nationwide Access
Expanded treatment to rural areas
Leading Inquiry Growth & Student Enrollment Without CRM Access
Interim Director of MarketingECPI UniversityMay 2023 – Present

Functioning head of marketing during institutional CRM transition and high-growth cycle.

+32% Inquiries
74,243 total inquiries generated
322% Increase in Organic Traffic for ATI Through SEO & Web Redesign
SEO Strategy & Web DevelopmentAdvanced Technology Institute (ATI)24 Months

Complete SEO overhaul and website redesign driving massive organic growth for career-focused education.

+322% Traffic
9,800 monthly organic visitors
12.8% YoY Inquiry Growth Across 18 Campuses While Improving Quality
Director – Marketing Strategy & OperationsECPI UniversityYTD 2025 vs 2024

Scaled marketing performance across 18 campuses while improving targeting efficiency and lead quality.

+12.8% YoY
49,138 total inquiries
19,000% Organic Traffic Growth for Baked Bros™
SEO Strategy & Marketing OperationsBaked Bros™Jan 2019 – Apr 2021

Award-winning SEO campaign that positioned Baked Bros™ as a cannabis industry category leader.

19,000% Growth
360 → 71,000 monthly visitors

Marketing Systems

Platforms, automation, and campaigns that drive business growth

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$20M Exit
25+ location franchise prepared for successful $20M acquisition through digital transformation

Tech Stack

Franchise POSBrand StandardizationDigital MarketingExit Strategy
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Telehealth Platform
HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform for addiction treatment services

Tech Stack

Telehealth APIHIPAA ComplianceReactNode.jsAWS
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19,000% Growth
Award-winning cannabis e-commerce platform with 19,000% organic traffic growth

Tech Stack

ShopifyHubSpotSEO StrategyContent Marketing
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+32% Inquiries
Multi-campus university platform driving 32% inquiry growth

Tech Stack

CMS ManagementGoogle AnalyticsPaid MediaCRM Integration
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+322% Traffic
Trade school platform with integrated CRM and 322% traffic growth

Tech Stack

HubSpot CMSMarketing AutomationSEO StrategyLead Generation
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POS Integration
Proprietary tech platform integrating with dispensary POS systems to enable delivery services

Tech Stack

Platform StrategyBusiness DevelopmentMarket ResearchGo-to-Market
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Trusted by Leaders

What colleagues and clients say about working with me

"What has impressed me most is his ability to lead and manage a team, create processes, procedures and products all while executing collaborative projects from inception to launch in an uncertain start-up environment."

Heather Edelblute
Chief Product Officer, Rume Health

"He's driven by new technology and has the unique ability to set strategic priorities, yet also operate at the practitioner level if need be."

Bill Henesy
CEO, Agnostick

"His ability to simplify complex systems while keeping them user-friendly was truly impressive. Beyond his technical skills, Zane's thoughtful collaboration and steady leadership made the entire process smoother and more effective."

Shanna Campise
Director of Student Support Services, ECPI University

Brands I've worked with

ECPI University
Rume Health
Baked Bros
Grassp Health
Native Grill & Wings
ATI
Infotec
NTT

Let's Talk Growth

No pitch. Just a strategic conversation about where you're stuck and where you want to go.

"Most marketers optimize for clicks. I optimize for business reality."