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Aba Hammond

@abahammond

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Experienced Strategic Leader & Ecosystem Builder

United States

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What I'm looking for

Seeking a role that leverages my strategic leadership and ecosystem building expertise to drive growth and innovation in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

As a seasoned strategic leader and ecosystem builder, I have a proven track record of building and nurturing thriving startup communities. With over 10 years of professional experience in strategy, operations, partnerships, and venture capital, I excel at fostering relationships, driving adoption of innovative technologies, and providing strategic guidance to early-stage companies.

My expertise spans data analysis and insights, team leadership and development, curriculum design and execution, strategic planning and execution, stakeholder engagement, and relationship building. I am adept at managing investor engagement events, driving adoption of innovative technologies, and providing strategic guidance to early-stage companies.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated my ability to drive growth, optimize budgets, and exceed targets. I am a results-driven professional with a passion for building and nurturing thriving startup communities.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Founder & Principal Strategist

Current

The Waxprint LLC

Sep 2021 - Present (3 years 10 months)

Increased early-stage startup growth by 20% through data-driven insights and optimized operations. Led digital transformation for clients, securing funding and enhancing revenue through strategic marketing and operational efficiency.

Growth Strategy Digital Transformation Marketing Strategy Revenue Operations Data Analysis

Investor Relations Consultant

Build in Tulsa

Feb 2021 - Jun 2024 (3 years 4 months)

Spearheaded investor engagement initiatives, increasing participation by 113% and facilitating critical meetings between Black founders and VCs. Curated high-impact investor events and expanded the investor network, securing diverse participation and optimizing event logistics.

Event Planning Stakeholder Management Optimization Relationship Building

Investment Analyst & Program Manager

Techstars

Mar 2022 - Jan 2023 (10 months)

Developed and executed program curriculum, resulting in $7M funding for startups. Drove professional development expansion and guided investment decisions, contributing to the accelerator's success and fostering startup growth.

Investment Analysis Program Management Stakeholder Engagement Curriculum Development Team Leadership

Inclusion & Diversity Analyst

ONE Gas Inc.

Jan 2018 - Feb 2021 (3 years 1 month)

Designed DEI workshops leading to a 40% increase in employee engagement. Developed training programs and newsletters, promoting inclusive practices and enhancing organizational communication.

Communication Strategy Employee Engagement Program Development

Accounting Specialist

John 3:16 Mission Inc.

Jan 2015 - Aug 2017 (2 years 7 months)

Optimized financial operations and implemented SaaS tools to streamline accounting processes. Enhanced financial reporting accuracy and efficiency, supporting resource allocation to communities in need.

Financial Operations SaaS Implementation Process Improvement Vendor Management Financial Reporting

Branch Sales Associate

International Bank of Commerce

Jan 2014 - Jan 2015 (1 year)

Implemented data-driven financial solutions, resulting in increased customer spend and retention. Enhanced access to banking services through targeted analytics.

Sales Strategy Analytics Financial Services Cross Selling Customer Retention