1995
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Founded Scott’s Valley Microsystems
Thanks to a price list left behind by someone, I managed to create a wholesale account with a local computer company. Thanks to access to these low wholesale prices, Scott’s Valley Microsystems was born. I sold computer parts out of rented school lockers, primarily selling to teachers and faculty at my school.
1998
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Helping Moped Riders Avoid Costly Police Checkpoints
In 1998, Moped rides in The Netherlands had a problem: police checkpoints would regularly pop up and confiscate their souped-up rides. My new product would help them avoid these checkpoints AND launch my first big commercial success.
1998
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Rebranded as Cocentrica
Realizing the sudden importance of Internet domain names, I rebranded my company as Cocentrica.
2001
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Sync.nl – Sometimes Innovation Begins with a Menu Option
In 2001, I purchased an Ericsson T39m. At the time, it was one of the most advanced mobile phones available. It was among the first handsets to include Bluetooth without the need for an add-on dongle, but another feature immediately caught my attention: a collection of unfamiliar menu options labeled SyncML.
2003
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Relocated to the United States of America
In 2003,the company relocated to the United States, opening up a whole new chapter of the business with unlimited opportunities.
2005
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Launched TravelTech.com
In 2005, I started my writing career with the launch of TravelTech.com, the first blog in the BoardingArea.com blog network, this site covered everything from inflight connectivity to the latest travel gadgets.
2007
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Joined AOL Travel as Travel Technology Editor
In 2007. my travel writing caught the attention of AOL Travel, where I continued my writing career covering all things travel technology related.
2008
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Promotion to Executive Editor of AOL Travel
In 2008, my writing career progressed to executive editor of AOL Travel, leading a team of 25 extremely talented writers and boosting site traffic by 300%
2011
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Covered the World’s First Commercial Flight With ATG Aircell Inflight Internet
In 2011, I was onboard the world’s first commercial flight offering the latest in inflight connectivity provided by Aircell Air to Ground technology.
2011
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Joined Aircell as Manager of Social Media and Content
In 2011, my interest in inflight internet led me to Aircell where I joined as their new manager of social media and online content. Bringing together my passion for writing and travel technology.
2012
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Tech Company meets GDGT – 18 Trade Shows in 4 Years!
When a former Engadget editor launched the GDGT tech showcase, we showed up with a bang! We attended a total of 18 GDGT shows, informing attendees of our latest innovations and generating huge social buzz!
2013
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All Access Day for Gogo – First Media Day as a Public Company
Gogo went public in 2013, and was looking for a flashy media day for investors, media members and social influencers. I managed a large social media campaign, live video, 360 streaming coverage and more.
2013
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Gogo Introduces Concourse – A True Hybrid Blog Experience
Nobody wants a blog filled with nothing but commercial news, so when we were on the lookout for a real hybrid of commercial content and helpful travel content, I built Concourse – a WordPress powered blog experience
2013
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Won the American Express Award for Best Airline Social Media Customer Service
In 2013, I won the American Express award for providing the best airline customer service on social media, recognizing my commitment to sub-5 minute response times and 99% customer satisfaction.
2014
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The World’s First Flying Food Truck
Inflight connectivity is difficult to demonstrate at a ground-based conference, especially with a limited budget.
2014
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The World’s First Social Media Vending Machine
How do you hand out trade show freebies AND generate social buzz? This was the challenge I faced in 2014, and the driving force behind the world’s first social media vending machine.
2015
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Eventech Award for Best Trade Show Technology Activation with Laser Engraved Luggage Tags
In 2015, this global event technology publication awarded me for developing the best trade show activation with my laser engraved personal luggage tags, recognizing the perfect synergy of show and innovation.
2016
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Another First: Corporate Internal Communications on WordPress With Okta User Management
As a large company with over 1200 employees, Gogo really needed a new platform for internal communications. I built this with InsideGogo – a WordPress powered blog with secure access through Okta – a first for its time!
2020
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Bring a Dormant Community Back to Life – PartsTown and TechTown
PartsTown had a problem – their online technician community TechTown was dead. Member engagement was virtually non-existent AND they were locked into a pricey vendor platform. My job was to breath new life into it and relaunch on a cheaper platform.
2021
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Boosting Community Engagement Through Gamification and Physical Rewards
When PartsTown committed to boosting its technician community engagement, I built the World’s first ever WordPress gamification platform WITH a physical rewards store. Result? 40% boost in engagement after just one week!
2021
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Returned to Entrepreneurship With Cocentrica
In 2021, I returned to my entrepreneur roots with the relaunch of Cocentrica, providing innovative trade show activation solutions to the travel technology world.
2024
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Intelsat Booth at Airline Passenger Experience 2024
When satellite operator Intelsat needed a booth activation for their upcoming presence in Hamburg for AIX 2024, they turned to me. I provided them with a memorable activation that wowed attendees and helped increase lead generation.
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