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✨ I help businesses make smarter marketing decisions across social media, paid media, content, SEO, and digital growth. ✨ If your team is posting without a strategy, spending on ads without clear performance insights, or unsure which channels deserve more budget, I can help you turn scattered marketing activity into a clear, practical growth plan. I’m a senior marketing consultant and Managing Principal of District Consulting, with 15+ years of experience across social media strategy, paid media, campaign planning, media buying, content strategy, brand positioning, SEO, website strategy, and marketing analytics. Before founding District Consulting, I held advertising and marketing roles at Snapchat., NBC Universal, and The Washington Post, where I worked on multi-million-dollar campaigns, advertiser growth, creative testing, audience targeting, forecasting, and cross-platform media strategy. Now I put my platform side experience to work for my clients. I can help with: * Social media strategy and content planning * Paid media strategy across Meta, LinkedIn, Google, YouTube, and other platforms * Media buying strategy and budget recommendations * Campaign audits and performance reviews * Marketing strategy and growth planning * Audience targeting and segmentation * Creative testing and messaging recommendations * SEO and website visibility audits * Content strategy and campaign calendars * KPI development, reporting, and optimization plans * Fractional CMO advisory for founders and small teams My approach is strategic, practical, and business-focused. I do not believe in posting just to post or spending on ads without a clear plan. I help clients understand what is working, what is wasting budget, and what needs to happen next to improve visibility, engagement, leads, and revenue. Clients typically come to me when they need senior-level marketing thinking without hiring a full-time CMO or large agency. I can step in to audit your current marketing, create a paid and organic media roadmap, guide campaign strategy, review your social media and ad performance, or help your team prioritize where to invest next. Relevant experience includes leading advertiser strategy and campaign growth at Snapchat, managing integrated media solutions at NBCUniversal, supporting digital and print advertising at The Washington Post, and leading District Consulting projects for small businesses, nonprofits, public-sector programs, wellness brands, service providers, and community-focused organizations. 📥 Message me if you need a senior marketing consultant to review your social media, paid media, content, SEO, or campaign performance and turn it into a clear action plan.

Even the best brand can be overlooked if people can’t quickly understand what you do, why it matters, and why they should care. I help brands, founders, agencies, and entrepreneurs turn messy positioning into clear messaging, sharper brand strategy, and words people actually care about. With roots from Hollywood to the White House and expertise across advertising, comedy, and media, I bring 15+ years of senior-level strategy and writing experience to the moments when a brand needs to explain itself better, launch something new, reposition, rename, or finally say what makes it different (without generic buzzwords) Top Rated. 100% Job Success. 100+ Upwork jobs completed. 125+ brands shaped and counting. Featured in: NYT, WSJ, Adweek, Funny or Die, Morning Brew, USA Today, Forbes, ESPN, and The Washington Post What I help with: * Brand positioning and messaging frameworks * Naming, taglines, and brand narrative * Voice and tone systems * Website and campaign copy * Go-to-market messaging & strategy * Strategic audits and advisory support Recent wins: * Rebranded a major FinTech platform now scaling across four continents * Helped an enterprise SaaS client 2x conversions through refreshed website messaging * Concepted and launched a record-breaking tourism campaign driving millions of impressions * Built a successful GTM plan for a CPG food brand now in stores nationwide * Crafted a bold brand identity for an All-Star NBA player * Developed a comedy-driven identity for a well-known N/A beer brand Let’s build something worth paying attention to

"Adam did in 2 weeks what 4 other Upwork hires couldn't do over 2 years." "Top Facebook contractor on Upwork and likely anywhere." "Adam is the consummate professional digital marketer." Hi! I'm Adam. I oversee Facebook Ads and paid social campaigns for startups, SMBs, and multibillion dollar enterprises. Prior to freelancing, I served as the VP of Marketing for a Shark Tank & Mark Cuban Company. I have been involved in social media marketing for over a decade, with a hyper-focus on Meta ads (Facebook and Instagram). I also served as an interim CMO for a rapidly growing beauty brand. My skills: 📢 Social Media Advertising Create effective, profitable ad campaigns on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, and more. 💰 Ongoing Ad Optimization & Management Performance-based media buying hellbent on maximizing your ROAS. 🤖 AI-Forward Integrating dynamic, AI-based solutions to better manage your ad dollars and creative time. 🕵️‍♂️ Paid Social Auditing Ensure data-driven success with a non-biased audit based on pre-established premises. 💼 Digital Marketing Strategy & Consultation Ongoing or ad hoc consultation to address various marketing hurdles. tl;dr I am a performance marketer who engineers higher ROAS on Facebook Ads. I have 10,000+ hours of media buying experience on Facebook Ads alone. Some of my clients have been with me for over 5 years. Let's win and grow together! I look forward to hearing from you.

I am an experienced Project Manager, Executive Support Specialist, and Communications Consultant with a proven track record of optimizing operations, managing high-impact projects, and streamlining executive workflows. With a background in talent management, branding, hiring, strategic planning, and process improvement, I help businesses enhance efficiency, improve communication, and execute key initiatives seamlessly. I specialize in: ✅ Project & Operations Management – Leading cross-functional teams, optimizing workflows, and managing end-to-end programs to deliver results. ✅ Executive Support & Business Operations – Handling high-level administrative tasks, managing complex schedules, and improving productivity for executives. ✅ Communications & Branding – Developing compelling messaging, managing internal and external communications, and enhancing brand presence. ✅ HR & Talent Management – Recruiting top talent, implementing employee programs, and improving workforce engagement. Let’s work together to streamline your business, enhance your brand, and optimize your operations!

A recent client testimonial: "My greatest professional satisfaction comes from receiving follow-up notes like this one from clients: “Gave my talk in Boston this past week and it went great! The group was very attentive, I saw many nodding their heads and taking notes. I had a great Q&A afterward, and my client was really happy. Thanks again for your help. You did exactly what I wanted: level up my keynote.” Daron Christopher is a Senior Director in the speechwriting and executive communications practice at Bully Pulpit International (BPI). Prior to joining BPI, Daron advised executive leaders on their communications strategies at leading tech companies including VMware and ServiceNow. He previously served as a speechwriter for officials at a range of government agencies under the Obama and Biden Administrations, including the Departments of State, Energy, Agriculture, and Veterans Affairs. As a consultant, he has written for corporate and non-profit leaders at a wide range of organizations, including the World Bank, the African Development Bank, and the World Health Organization. He has also guest lectured on speechwriting in classrooms at American University and Johns Hopkins University. Daron started out his career as a Peace Corps volunteer in Cape Verde. He earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Pittsburgh and a master’s degree in public policy and management from Carnegie Mellon University. He lives in New York City. ** Select Testimonials: "I recently had the pleasure of working with Daron Christopher, a professional speechwriter whose service was great. Daron's agility in crafting speeches was amazing; he delivered high-quality drafts at an impressive pace. His responsiveness to feedback stood out, ensuring a seamless collaborative experience. The quick turnaround time offered by Daron meant that deadlines were met with ease, without compromising the sophistication and finesse of his writing. If you're looking for a speechwriter who combines speed, quality, and exceptional service, Daron Christopher is the go-to professional. His work is sure to exceed expectations." — Director, Communications and Corporate Affairs, Caribbean Development Bank “My presentation went very well. So well that subsequent presenters referenced my talk during their talks and I received several invitations to speak outside the US (Amsterdam, UK, Israel).” — CEO of Major Water Utility, Washington DC area “So kind of you to remember, Daron! I just hoped down from the stage and was waiting to report back. It went superbly! I made people cry…which always makes me feel like I’ve hit the mark because it means people felt something. Thank you for your exceptional work in crafting it. I will be back for more!” — Animal Rights Activist, Vietnam “Today’s media landscape is chaotic and cluttered. Daron is the key to helping senior leaders break through that noise, by delivering communications that build their credibility and relevance. A few key things to know about Daron: - Daron has a broad knowledge of policy, business, and global issues. He can seamlessly weave all this knowledge together to help leaders deliver impactful messages while avoiding potential pitfalls. And he can get up to speed very quickly on any topic that requires a deep dive. Seriously…any topic. - Daron has a very calm demeanor. I’ve seen him deal with intense and demanding stakeholders in stressful situations. He never lets the pressure get to him, integrates feedback well, and always delivers. - Daron can turn things around very quickly and never misses a deadline. He’s pleasant and so easy to work with. I’ve worked with Daron for many years, and I would unreservedly recommend him to anyone who needs speeches or articles that build their personal brand and thought leadership platforms.” — Global Social Media Manager, Philadelphia

I look forward to helping you deliver presentations that will drive your audience to action! I understand how important it is to tell a story that connects with your audience and conveys the value of your message. Sample Client List: 🌟Hubspot🌟Driscoll's 🌟City of New York🌟ACLU🌟Logitech 🌟Microsoft🌟Starbucks🌟Nestle🌟Mitsubishi🌟DataBricks I bring my expertise in training & development paired with years of consulting to help tune your presentation in both copy and design so that you can convey a compelling story. I have experience creating and presenting within multiple formats including, Prezi, Powerpoint, Google Slides, and Articulate Rise. Some of my clients say it best: 👍 "Ben had the capacity to understand my thoughts and ideas and bring them to life. He provided useful feedback, was detailed and creative and worked successfully within tight deadlines. I will be contracting with Ben again as I begin to work on another creative project." 🙌"Ben, was fabulous!! He cares about the end product being great and it was. Ben likes to collaborate and talk through ideas to make sure you are getting the best end-results. I found he had some great ideas and he helped me think critically. He was extremely responsive and got my project finished very quickly. I will definitely work with Ben again!!" 🎉 "Ben is extremely intuitive and thought-provoking. He's not just creating a PowerPoint he is driven to have a great understanding of the message being conveyed and the best way to communicate this message so it will be well understood... a true teacher's heart. GREAT JOB!!!" My Experience includes: Health Care Real Estate Education Retail Finance & Insurance Technology (SaaS, Edtech, IT) Marketing Construction Non-Profit Agriculture Workshops Keynotes Pitch Decks Company Meetings Sales Presentation Branding Curriculum Design