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Hi, I’m Steven and I’m obsessed with branding.
Since 2007, I’ve been transforming…
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UNDERSTANDING DIGITAL SIGNAGE TECHNOLOGY FROM RFP TO INSTALLATION
UNDERSTANDING DIGITAL SIGNAGE TECHNOLOGY FROM RFP TO INSTALLATION
By Steven Picanza ✌️🍕
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Why Personal Branding Is Essential To Your Lifelong Success
Why Personal Branding Is Essential To Your Lifelong Success
By Steven Picanza ✌️🍕
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For Entrepreneurs, Creatives, and Hustlers ...
For Entrepreneurs, Creatives, and Hustlers ...
By Steven Picanza ✌️🍕
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My “do not disturb” sign is on for the week. 📚🖋️👨💻
My “do not disturb” sign is on for the week. 📚🖋️👨💻
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Local to my New Jersey friends. Hope to see you there. #newjersey Thanks to Rob Wells, MBA and Burlington County NJ for the opportunity.
Local to my New Jersey friends. Hope to see you there. #newjersey Thanks to Rob Wells, MBA and Burlington County NJ for the opportunity.
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I’m not the CEO who gets up at 6 am and jumps into an ice bath. But I am the CEO who will be up to see my son off to school. I’m not the CEO who…
I’m not the CEO who gets up at 6 am and jumps into an ice bath. But I am the CEO who will be up to see my son off to school. I’m not the CEO who…
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Experience
Education
Licenses & Certifications
Volunteer Experience
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Executive DIrector
SDEAG
- Present 15 years 1 month
Arts and Culture
The San Diego Entertainment & Arts Guild (SDEAG) is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit group dedicated to bringing together the artistic communities of San Diego through Advocacy, Education and Culture.
Publications
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The Rising Influence of You
Advertising Week
"I had went through a good amount of my life, just taking what life gave me and not making much sense about it. Like a floating light bulb, suspended above the floor, I was just along for the ride and happy to be here. It was like that until one day when I woke up and it all made sense."
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The Marketers Creed
Advertising Week
“From digital to traditional, guerrilla to word of mouth; the stories we tell and tales we share take shape by the ultimate goal of using the smartest and most authentic mix of marketing possible”
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Study Life, Not Advertising
Advertising Week
A simple statement, with far-reaching implications for the industry.
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The New Way to Retail
iMedia Connection
Retail must reinvent itself time and time again to keep up with the growing demands of today's consumers. Here are the important things to note about today's landscape.
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Sorry Famous Brand, Your Campaign Sucks!
Advertising Week
And to all the brands and agencies running lackluster campaigns hoping to move the needle and be a “savior” in the eyes of your clients/customers – There comes a time when truth and honesty must be revered and be put forward. The time is now. That is your call to action.
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Failure is Really Winning
The Agency Post
Failing gives you the chance to look back and learn from your mistakes. Mistakes and failures are the greatest reminders in life. It’s no wonder they say business isn’t easy.
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Homecoming for Creatives, Marketers, and Ad Men – Advertising Week X
Advertising Week
“The idea of this conference is not to dictate verbatim what the speakers and moderators are saying, but to be inspired at what they are saying to formulate your own ideas and viewpoints to push innovation.”
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Tips on Being a Creative Hustler
The Agency Post
With everyone fighting for the same pennies and industry saturation at an all-time high, what makes you shine? Competing with the masses will just lead to a receding hairline and a stroke. - Read my tips on being a Creative Hustler.
Projects
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SecureSafeList
SecureSafeList was developed to enable residents and guests to digitally “safe-list” their vehicles with their property manager or security. Easily login via your unique credentials, enter vehicle information and print out your pass while your vehicle gets “safe-listed.”
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SecureConcierge
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SecureConcierge is a simple and efficient delivery tracking system used for residential and commercial properties for both iOS and Windows.
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The Creative Hustler
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A collection of ideas on how to live better and more creatively in an ever demanding world. #CreativeHustler
Honors & Awards
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Addy Awards
Cincinnati Addy Awards
10 Addy Awards including The Judges Award for the Dude Wipes “Best Clean, Pants Down” campaign
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The Addy Awards
San Diego Ad Club
Silver Addy for The Art of Shaving Holiday Campaign
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2009 Securitas Global Innovation Award
Securitas Security
Silver Global Innovation Award for the SecureConcierge platform
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2016 SmartCEO Corporate Culture Award
SmartCEO
2016 culture award for showing outstanding corporate culture. Irony is... We are a collection of remote workers and digital nomads.
Languages
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English
Native or bilingual proficiency
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Italian
Professional working proficiency
Organizations
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Founders Society
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