Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
Specialties & Expertise Disruptive Innovation | Strategic Partnerships | Global Economic Development | AI & Automation Integration | Integrated Marketing & Omnichannel Media | Sports & Entertainment Partnerships | Revenue Strategy | Public-Private Collaborations | Digital Transformation | Product Commercialization | Patent Development | C-Level Leadership | Organizational Growth | Mergers & Acquisitions | Team & Culture Building | DEI Advocacy (AI Tools in Use: OpenAI, Claude, Manus, N8N, V0.app, Emergent) John combines three decades of cross-industry experience with emerging AI and automation technologies, creating scalable, measurable, and innovation-driven growth platforms across media, technology, and international development.
As CEO of i720 Global, I lead strategic partnership and economic development initiatives that connect governments, corporations, and private sector leaders to drive systemic innovation and large-scale impact. Directed $10B+ in structured economic development initiatives, including humanitarian and trade programs supporting Ukraine and allied markets. Established multi-year cooperation agreements with government ministries, aligning public programs with private sector capabilities. Guided the company’s evolution from marketing into a technology-enabled ecosystem, integrating data intelligence, automation, and AI-based analysis. Implemented applied AI tools (OpenAI, Claude, Manus, N8N, V0.app, Emergent) to streamline decision modeling, predictive analytics, and strategic planning. Advocate for responsible AI in economic innovation—bridging policy needs with commercial agility.
Led innovation and commercialization strategies for Fortune 100–500 clients in media, retail, entertainment, and technology sectors. Designed omni-channel commercialization platforms connecting 200+ U.S. markets for national advertisers. Directed integrated sponsorships across sports and entertainment, delivering measurable audience and revenue growth. Developed “Retail-to-Home” and “Last-Mile” digital monetization systems, precursors to modern data-driven media networks. Integrated AI-driven automations for campaign optimization and predictive modeling, reducing project cycles by 30%+. Built internal AI agent frameworks supporting faster decision-making and creative iteration.
Parent Company management of operating units In-Lid & LidRock™. Companies are re-launching patented in-beverage lid products worldwide. Patents include 46 issued patents in over 33 countries and enables beverage, retail and brand partners to deliver premiums on the tops of cold fountain beverage and hot as well as package goods containers.
Patented CD-ROM In Beverage Lid Products.