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Drew G.

Columbus, Ohio

$45/hr
5.0
4 jobs

Bringing strategy and data analysis together to tell richer and more insightful stories that improve the overall customer experience for brands across all digital platforms. Merging qualitative and quantitative data from all corners of the customer experience and applying design thinking to keep customer's needs front and center to continually learn and improve. This includes behavioral data, voice of customer analytics as well as web, social and media data. Technical Skills: -Data visualization: Using tools like Tableau, Power BI, and Qlik to create graphs, charts, and interactive dashboards -Programming languages: Being proficient in languages like Python, R, and SQL for data manipulation, statistical analysis, and machine learning -Data management: Collecting, organizing, and storing data in a secure, cost-effective, and efficient way -Data cleaning: Removing and fixing incorrect data in a dataset, such as duplicate, corrupted, or incorrectly formatted data Soft Skills: -Storytelling skills: Presenting data insights to stakeholders, storytelling, and addressing queries and feedback -Analytical and critical thinking: Framing questions, gathering data, and making connections in data -Collaboration: Working well with people across the business, including colleagues in finance, marketing, and operations teams

  • Analytical Presentation
  • Data Analysis
  • Data Mining
  • Analytics
  • Analytics & Tracking Setup
  • Web Analytics
  • Data Analysis Consultation
  • Data Analytics
  • Data Access Layer
  • Data Backup
  • Data Cloud
  • User Behavior Analytics
  • SEO Audit
  • Marketing Analytics
  • Marketing Analytics Report
Michael S.

Columbus, Ohio

$125/hr
5.0
26 jobs

Published author of "Solo Founder's AI-Powered Customer Acquisition Playbook" (Amazon, January 2026) and creator of AI-native educational platforms demonstrating bootstrap-friendly architecture at enterprise scale. Currently beta testing SoloFrameHub Customer Acquisition Academy with solo technical founders and creator/coach founders. Built on self-hosted VPS infrastructure: 46 courses across 7 tracks (Foundations, Marketing Engine, Sales Methodology, AI-Powered Acquisition, Creator Economy, Customer Success, Operations & Systems). Platform features Next.js + TypeScript with React interactive components, Dokploy container orchestration managing 10+ services, trigger.dev for AI workflow automation, complete marketing stack (NodeBB forum, Listmonk email, n8n automation—all self-hosted), AI-powered DISC personality roleplay with personalized coaching, and business outcome tracking (revenue, customers, profitability—not just completion metrics). Delivers 90%+ gross margins with predictable monthly costs <$100. Platform architecture proven across educational and healthcare applications, including licensed mental health platform with upfront licensing revenue share. Specialize in AI-native learning systems with bootstrap-friendly economics, self-hosted infrastructure delivering enterprise capabilities at startup budgets, and systematic customer acquisition frameworks backed by 30+ years enterprise sales experience (GE, Unisys, Intel-funded startups, 2 wireless security patents, strategic partnerships with Sony-Ericsson/Motorola/HP/Intel). Actively practicing what I teach. Current infrastructure includes LinkedIn Sales Navigator database of 21000 verified solo founder prospects, email outreach system sending 250 personalized messages daily through AI personalization workflows, and public documentation of platform development as content marketing. Book launched January 2026 on Amazon and other platforms. Beta testing with technical founders starts this month.

  • Sales Strategy
  • Lead Generation
  • Business Development
  • SaaS
  • Business Planning & Strategy
  • Generative AI
  • ChatGPT API
  • Educational Technology
  • Generative AI Prompt Engineering
  • OpenAI API
  • Next.js
  • Educational Software
  • Email Outreach
  • SEO Strategy
  • Platform Designer
Chanel E.

Columbus, Ohio

$25/hr
5.0
3 jobs

[She/ Her] "Dedicated human services professional with extensive experience in serving underserved and marginalized communities. Proven track record in facilitating resource access and advocacy, aiming to empower individuals and improve their quality of life. Committed to leveraging my skills and experience to foster inclusive environments, promote social justice, and enhance community well-being through compassionate and effective support." Areas of Expertise * Research and Trend Analysis * Administration and Clerical Skills * LGBTQ Advocacy * Case Management * Diversity and Inclusion * Training and Consultation * Resource Navigator * Relationship Management * Conflict Resolution

  • Customer Service
  • Community Management
  • Coaching
  • Recruiting
  • Career Coaching
  • Continuing Professional Development
  • Management Consulting
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Life Coaching
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Personal Styling Session
  • Remote Connection Support
  • Training & Development

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