Profile:

Dick Franklin, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Coach for Dynimus, has over 30 years of national and international business experience in the for-profit and non-profit sectors. He translates his real world business experience directly to his Business and Executive Coaching. He is passionate about helping individuals and organizations become better through the effective maximization of their human capital. A proven executive who has held the position of CEO, COO, CMO and CSO across six different companies ranging from Multi-Billion Dollar businesses to I.T. start-ups; he has dealt with most conceivable business challenges from iconic competitors to global launches, re-branding, celebrity spoke persons and product line extensions. His passion extends to his family and his many pursuits which include eco-strategies, reading and scuba diving. He makes time for many civic and community activities including United Way of Denver and Children's Museum of Denver.

Education and Certifications:

• Doctorate of Commerce (Honorary), SMU, Nova Scotia
• MBA, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
• BS, Marketing, St. Mary's University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
• Dynimus Board Member
• United Way of Denver-Vice Chairman
• Children's Museum of Denver- Board
• Cenikor Inc- Board
• ITI Canada-Board
• PrivaComp Inc-Board
• American Humane-Advisory Board
• American Red Cross of Denver- Advisory Board
• Denver Metro Chamber - Board
• Coors Distributors Development Council - Chairman

Professional Experience:

Dynimus (formerly the Center for Career Advancement)

Executive Consultant - 2007 to present, Denver, CO
Responsible for the development of Corporate Marketing, Sales and Branding Strategy, systems support and the execution of strategy. Also assists with the development and implementation of the Dynimus Executive Coaching Programs.

The Wildlife Experience (RE/MAX Worldwide)

President and Chief Executive Officer, Parker, CO 2005 to 2007
As consulting executive delivered three-year turnaround strategic plan to trustees for what is now one of the world's foremost, interactive, educational museum dedicated to conservation of wild kingdom and its habitats.

Privacomp

Strategy Officer, Boulder, CO 2002 to 2005
Developed and implemented initial business model for Internet enabled, HIPPA compliant solution for acquisition and management of informed consent in healthcare. Secured $2.5 million in start-up funding and positioned company for rapid sale to medical device company.

Circadence

Chief Operating Officer, Boulder, CO 2000 to 2001
Directed all operational activities for Internet enabled website enhancer for commercial websites. Developed business plan to corporations which helped garner $140 million in capital.

ITI International

President, Denver, CO 1998 to 2000
Launched U.S. headquarters creating respected post-graduate IT institution. Hired staff and drove revenues to $30 million in one year. Success resulted in launch of 3 additional schools in the US.

TCI (Telecommunications, Inc.)

Chief Operating Officer- Central Division, Denver, CO 1995 to 1998
Total accountability for operations, sales, finance, marketing, franchising, construction, engineering, communications, employee relations, legal and franchise regulation for $1.2 billion cable division.

Reebok

Senior Vice President and General Manager, Boston , MA 1993 to 1995
Led U.S. operations for $1.7 billion footwear company through intensely competitive battles with Nike. Marketed Shaquille O'Neal as lead athlete for Reebok footwear.

Coors Brewing Company

President Field Marketing, Golden, CO 1988 to 1993
Directed sales and field marketing of $2 billion malt beverage sales through 650 wholesalers nationwide.

Head Sport, Inc.

President and COO, Boulder, CO 1986 to 1988
Directed total operations for manufacturing, marketing and sales of all Head Products throughout Western Hemisphere .

Seven-Up

Vice President Sales, Toronto, Kansas City, Atlanta, St. Louis 1972 to Corporation 1986
Directed over 450 Pepsi/Seven-Up bottlers to drive brand distribution, sales and share in Canada and the US . Promoted to Field Service Manager, Section Manager, Regional Vice President and Vice President Sales. Incorporated Wayne Gretsky and Superstar campaign.

Activities and Interests:

• Family
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Growing Businesses
• Corporate Boards
• Scuba Diving