Joseph S

Chief Strategic Officer | Creator of Scholarshop

Scholarshop.Store

Jun 2022 - Present • 4 yrs

Education Management | Business Strategy | Sustainability Practices As the visionary behind Scholarshop, a groundbreaking virtual retail enterprise, I crafted and bestowed this innovative revenue stream upon the University of the People, the world's first tuition-free, nonprofit university. In this role, I orchestrated the following: Market Research and Strategy Development: Conducted comprehensive market research and comparative analyses to create a tailored business plan that serves the diverse needs of over 126,000 students and 2.5 million alumni, faculty, and supporters spanning 200+ countries and territories. Pioneering Business Models: Pioneered three "world's first" business plan components, including a novel virtual retail financial model that eliminates the need for inventory, warehousing, and staffing costs. This approach allowed 100% of net proceeds to directly support the University of the People's mission, providing tuition-free higher education to vulnerable communities worldwide. Sustainability Achievement: Spearheaded Scholarshop to earn recognition as the "Most Sustainable College Store on the Planet," as verified by Guinness World Records. Utilized data-driven insights to strategically implement sustainable practices, setting a new industry standard for college stores.

Customer Advisory Board Member

Adobe

Feb 2022 - Present • 4 yrs 4 mos

Adobe is an American multinational computer software company incorporated in Delaware and headquartered in San Jose, California.

Creative Director

Marie Osmond US National Symphonic Tour

Jul 2019 - Present • 6 yrs 11 mos

As the Creative Director for Marie Osmond's live concert engagements, I hold a central role in curating and overseeing every facet of this illustrious 63-city national symphonic concert tour featuring Marie Osmond, a television personality, best-selling author, and multi-platinum-selling singer. Key Responsibilities and Achievements: Creative Vision: Spearhead the development of the tour's creative vision, ensuring a seamless fusion of music, storytelling, and visual elements for an unforgettable audience experience. Strategic Oversight: Collaborate closely with the tour team, orchestrating the integration of creative elements, from stage design to lighting, to create a cohesive and engaging show. Fundraising Innovation: Introduced and implemented original fundraising initiatives as an integral part of the concert experience, benefiting the client's nonprofit, The Children's Miracle Network. These initiatives have not only elevated the tour's social impact but also enhanced the overall audience engagement. In my role as Creative Director, I take immense pride in contributing to the success of this national tour, where creativity, entertainment, and philanthropy converge to create memorable experiences for audiences while supporting a noble cause.