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Stopwatch Creative is a graphic design studio that provides services to clients in and around Columbus, Ohio and beyond! The agency creates several branding elements from catalogs, brochures, packaging, and illustrations. They also design websites and social media graphics for clients' digital needs. Additionally, Stopwatch Creative provides strategy, NFTs, concept sketches, renderings, and 2D mock-ups, and they are experts in Photoshop for fixing photo issues. Whether you need a logo or full brand strategy and identity with a marketing plan, Stopwatch Creative will enhance your business or product with a great look that helps tells your story and generates results. Please take a minute to view their work online at stopwatchcreative.com
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From startups to thriving small businesses and global enterprises, Stopwatch Creative's unique approach and skill set enables them to add value and improve their clients' bottom line. Their team has also worked with celebrities and Professional Athletes (pictured above: Danny Ortiz, Michael Redd, and Manny Larcher - co-founder and CEO of Stopwatch Creative) assisting them in numerous areas in Marketing from business strategy, to website and mobile application design and development, social media, email marketing, digital advertising, experiential marketing, and more!

When dealing with influencer marketing, a growing industry, here are a few tips:


​The Code for Influence (influencer marketing)
1) What is the goal? ~ What are you actually trying to achieve? Why do you want that to happen? How does that connect to the overall company bottom line?

2) Knowing your audience and the conditions. Conditions that will have an effect on that audience.

3) How do you connect with that audience? How do you connect with the forces that are influencing them?

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The critical factor to success is a customized approach. 

Collaborate and Elevate helps creators and entrepreneurs implement a brand and content strategy to turn their brands into money.


People don’t do business with companies anymore. Instead, people do business with people.


Your online presence has become more critical than ever. With the proper advice, everyone can build a solid personal brand. One that creates additional income, seduces world-class brands and makes the life you desire and deserve. This is why we love what Collaborate and Elevate is doing! 

They understand that the magic of a personal brand lies in the uniqueness of each person. After their first meeting, they immediately map out a customized plan geared towards your unique personality and goals!

Collaborate and Elevates' Satisfaction Agreement 
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  • Select a plan
  • After you complete payment, You will receive a Welcome email from hi@collaborateandelevate.com within 15 minutes 
  • Fill out their welcome form and Schedule Your Kickoff Meeting
  • These meetings are fun and help them hit the ground running!
  • Collaborate and Elevate team builds Your Customized Plan
  • Your Brand Grows


Visit their website to learn more and get started on collaborateandelevate.com 
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This is the world's first Decentralized NFT series made by DeadHeadsNFT. ALL Characters are owned with the rights belonging to the holders, creators and contributors.

DeadHeads is becoming a multi-media universe that you get to own a part of and the IP that comes with it.Join the greatest community in NFTs and help revolutionize the way stories are told.

Get your own DeadHead!
- Official Website: https://deadheads.io/
- DeadHeads NFT Collection: https://opensea.io/collection/deadheads
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/DeadHeadsNFT
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/deadheads_nft
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12/7/21 by Jackson Lagerway

The Problem
The COVID pandemic spared virtually no lives. We have lost jobs, experienced confinement within our own homes, watched as sickness affected those around us, and much more. Since COVID-19 swept the world, life has been completely different.

Businesses were one of the groups that were struck the hardest, and of this group, small businesses have been the ones suffering the most. This is because most of them lack the size and capital to adequately cope with the challenges posed by the pandemic.

With 99.9% of all the businesses in the United States qualifying as small businesses, they are an immensely important part of this nation, especially considering that they employ just under half of the national workforce and contribute significantly to the US economy.  

For these businesses, the pandemic made it extremely difficult to avoid losing customers and revenue. Some of the primary reasons included consumers staying home during lockdowns, reduced capacity in stores because of new measures such as social distancing, temporary closure of businesses due to regulations, and just a general decrease in the desire to spend due to the uncertainty for future income situations. 

During the peak of the pandemic, survey results released by Business Wire in October 2020 revealed that 51% of businesses had a significant decrease in their sales that year. Additionally, of the smaller businesses comprised of 1 to 4 people, 48% have experienced severe problems from the pandemic while 37% of businesses with 20 to 49 people have reported the same. 

These businesses are still not entirely recovered from this damage as it will take some time until they are fully back on their feet again. A recent survey conducted by the Federal Reserve Bank found that 3 out of every 10 small businesses in the U.S. said they likely won’t survive 2021 without additional government assistance, CBS News reported. That amounts to nearly 9 million businesses at risk of closing.


How They Coped
Many businesses had to rely on technology to find success during these treacherous times. The transition to a more digital society was imminent, but the pandemic served as a catalyst for this shift as people depended more heavily on online resources during this period.

I am sure almost all of us have worked over a Zoom call and experienced the convenience of working online from home. Platforms such as Zoom allowed for a smooth transition to the digital space so incorporating these into businesses was practically necessary as these applications and services made this conversion to the online world much easier.

The numbers were huge, as 76% of small business owners in the US reported relying on online tools more during the COVID pandemic, and close to ⅓ of these businesses also stated that without these platforms, they would have had to close their business completely or partially. 

One thing we have learned is that using these services online is actually very convenient. It can allow for tasks to be conducted more efficiently and effectively and consumers are preferring to shop online rather than going to a physical store. This transition appears to be here to stay and forcing businesses to convert to this medium may have actually benefited them in the long run.

It was very common to see businesses use digital tools more to gain new customers with 40% of small businesses across the US reporting that they had used an online platform for this purpose during the pandemic. One area that has seen some notable growth is SaaS services and other similar businesses. They have grown in popularity as people have begun to rely on them to increase their customers and receive the support needed to succeed in the online world. 

Collaborate and Elevate was one solution that was birthed during these times and they have really been able to take advantage of their resources. This networking platform supports businesses by helping them make connections and find new customers online. Additionally, they also offer other services aimed at helping the business grow. 

Collaborate and Elevate currently provides four subscription plans that start at $4.95 a month or $47.95 a year and go up to $180.00 a month or $1945.00 a year. They also have a partner model for advanced businesses that are interested in a deeper engagement. 

Although businesses were hurt badly during this time, there have been many support structures available for use. It was very important to develop an online presence for the future and now businesses have these things set up years in advance. These steps will pay dividends as time passes by.
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12/6/21 by Jackson Lagerway

The NCAA has recently announced new policies that allow student-athletes to now legally earn money from their name and image in college sports. This is a major transition from previously strict rules and it is important that college athletes capitalize on this opportunity to monetize themselves. 

Debates over this have been going on for years and the NCAA has finally decided to change its stance on this topic in 2021. This rule change came into effect on July 1, 2021, and will apply to all three NCAA divisions across all states. 

These new rules have granted athletes the ability to receive endorsements from brands, monetize their social media content, enter agreements with agents, and gain many other opportunities. This will support these student-athletes immensely as they will receive monetary benefits that can be crucial for some. Larry Mann, executive vice president of sports marketing agency Revolution Marketing, stated that the NIL policy shift is especially important for athletes that don’t have many opportunities to pursue professional sports after college. 

Many are already experiencing the advantages of this new rule change. For example, Alabama quarterback, Bryce Young, was able to raise seven figures a few months ago. Others have been able to profit from endorsements as well, with Hanna and Haley Cavinder, twins playing on the Fresno State basketball team, maximizing the use of their millions of followers on social media by agreeing to sponsorship deals.

It is essential for these athletes to seek out all of their opportunities now, so they need to market themselves more effectively than ever. Platforms such as Collaborate and Elevate are the ideal resources that these young students need to utilize as it provides them with affordable services that can pay huge dividends in the future. 

Collaborate and Elevate is a subscription-based service that offers a variety of features that student-athletes can greatly benefit from. They currently provide four subscription plans that start at $4.95 a month or $47.95 a year and go up to $180.00 a month or $1945.00 a year. Their plans include benefits such as 24-minute strategy calls with an expert, professional match-making services to connect you with growth partners, advertising and exposure opportunities, and other guidance that will support your brand.

Now, more than ever, is the time for these college students to take advantage of external resources to help grow themselves and earn the money that is rightfully theirs.
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11/19/21 by Manny Larcher, CollaborateandElevate.com

I was invited out to attend a Think Make Live Youth Program at Linden-McKinley STEM Academ, located in South Linden, Columbus, Ohio and is part of the Columbus City Schools District. Terry Green, the founder of Think Make Live Youth, spoke to students about the organizations five year history of working with youth in Columbus, and the various programs that they offer, many of which are paid opportunities. 

Dawn Heideman, a 2017 Jefferson Award Winner, is the founder of Be The One, which provides students with the tools needed to experience success while creating a safe space and becoming a second family.

“I was always drawn to the kids who had fallen through the cracks and maybe weren’t really successful academically or behavior-wise,” said Heideman, who started her career as a math teacher. 
“It’s been so odd in my career. Where some teachers—not all, but some—scrap to get the honors classes and things like that, I’ve always been drawn to the kid that struggles, because I find that their struggle isn’t a lack of intelligence or lack of ability. Usually it’s outside issues or the trauma they’re bringing to the table that is almost making a barrier to their learning. I just love those kids. I bond with those kids best.”  Dawn said to USA Today news in 2020.

You learn more on BE THE ONE's website here. 

Think Make Live Youth x Youth Build Upcoming Programs

YouthBuild Franklin County offers free programs that provide the opportunity to obtain your high school diploma, receive career and college readiness training, and get paid doing it! Our network of local businesses and partnerships can help you gain hands-on experience in a variety of fields and transition into a career, college, or vocational school. Transportation to and from our programs may be available.

YouthBuild sign-up link: https://fcyouthbuild.org/sign-up/

  • Receive GED
  • Earn up to $600
  • Training in Construction, Healthcare (EKG,STNA,Phlebotomy), Intro to Real Estate 
  • Job Readiness & Career Placement 
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About Manny Larcher
Stopwatch Creative

Manny Larcher is the CEO of Stopwatch Creative and Founder of Collaborate and Elevate. He is a first-generation American who enjoys helping others find purpose in their work and is passionate about solving the challenges businesses face around growth. 
 Stopwatch Creative, a boutique marketing agency, with a portfolio including numerous industries from Start-Ups to highly respected brands and high profile individuals. A full-service agency with the clear goal of driving a positive return on investment for clients, Stopwatch Creative assists their clients in numerous ways website/app development, brand development and growth, storytelling, digital advertising, social media, and more. Manny was recently recognized as one of the Top 20 Young Professionals in Columbus by CityPulse.

Great questions for Manny:
  • Am I using best design practices to provide a great user experience and engagement?
  • How can I generate more sales?
  • How can I maximize the results of advertising efforts with my analytics?
  • Is my website or my marketing generating good results?

Click here to schedule 30 minutes with Manny.
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​Manny Larcher is the co-founder and CEO of Stopwatch Creative, business development and consulting company helping clients with strategy as well as execution of the activities. In the photo above, Stopwatch Creative was joined by two featured clients Think Make Live Youth and Jeti. 

Since launching in 2017, Stopwatch Creative has helped their entrepreneurs and small business owners in numerous ways, providing a positive return to their marketing or business development investment. Here are a few featured examples:

- Here's a case study taking a client, Proteon Software, from a new logo, to an acquisition in under three years. The company was acquired by Dark Rhino Security
- Website redesign before and after from Tranquility Day Spa and Salon based in Columbus, Ohio 
- Spectrum News caught up with Manny Larcher and featured this story
- Coronavirus forced Collaborate and Elevate to change to meet the new demands of businesses and contractors

Stopwatch Creative is a full-service agency specializing in business development and marketing (brand growth and sales) with now having worked with over 300 entrepreneurs and business owners in the last five years.  They have also had the opportunity working with high growth startups and Fortune companies assisting them in digital transformation, brand development, experiential marketing, and more. Manny is a first generation American born in Columbus, Ohio with family from St. Lucia, he is passionate about serving others and building under-served communities through his ongoing.

Featured services listed on their website include:
- Strategy
- Marketing and Sales Support
- Web/App Development
- CMS and CRM support
- UI/UX
- SEO
- Illustration
- Crowdfunding
- Branding
- Market Analysis

Smart move by Ohio State Buckeyes! Learn more about stopwatchcreative.com on their website and invite them to your University or hire them for your next project. Manny Larcher email is manny@stopwatchcreative.com
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This is the world's first Decentralized NFT series made by DeadHeadsNFT. ALL Characters are owned with the rights belonging to the holders, creators and contributors.

DeadHeads is becoming a multi-media universe that you get to own a part of and the IP that comes with it.Join the greatest community in NFTs and help revolutionize the way stories are told.

Get your own DeadHead!
- Official Website: https://deadheads.io/
- DeadHeads NFT Collection: https://opensea.io/collection/deadheads
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/DeadHeadsNFT
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/deadheads_nft
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The Disruption Now Summit is BACK for Year 2! Last year, 200+ attendees joined us virtually. This Year, we are back and even better. More attendees, more connections, more speakers, more companies, and 3  days of an experience that will create even bigger life-changing impacts. Disruption Summit is a multi-day experience including virtual and a series of in-person events in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Founder Rob Richardson interviews entrepreneurs regularly with his Disruption Now podcast, you can watch on YouTube. Some past guests include 3X Venture backed founder Rodney Williams, Jewel Burks-Solomon, Nick Hamilton, John Rogers, Mac Conwell, Manny Larcher, Clarence Wooten, Arlan Hamilton, David Bianchi, and so much more! 
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At the conclusion of the Summit, we are having an in-person party at the Art Academy of Cincinnati. This event will also serve as the launch to Disrupt Art.

​About Disrupt Art

​Creators around the globe struggle to receive meaningful compensation for the value of their creative work. This is even more true for black and brown creators. NFTs are a generational wealth opportunity but equity won’t happen in the blockchain economy without being intentional. Disrupt Art is the first Black-owned NFT marketplace and is built on the Flow Blockchain. We are focused on equity, diversity, and bridging NFT technology to the world. We work with activists, allies, and organizations to build a more equitable future using NFTs.
 
Art and Impact
A portion of all our profits goes to philanthropic organizations focused on expanding access and opportunities to underestimated youth and marginalized communities.
 
Supporting Art and the Environment
DisruptArt is built on the stable, scalable, and growing Flow Blockchain. Flow is the first major blockchain created specifically for and wholly dedicated to, the creation and management of NFTs. It is trusted by the National Basketball Association, Samsung, Warner Music Group, and CNN to name a few. Flow is more energy efficient as it uses between 10,000 and 100,000 less energy than other Blockchains.
 
Making NTFS Accessible
We see NFTs not just being something for gamers and crypto enthusiasts but also for traditional artists, collectors, philanthropic organizations, and large-scale enterprises. NFTs are the future of art, film, music, and brand IP.
 
Join and start Disrupting today!
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But seriously though, "What Happened to Facebook, Instagram, & WhatsApp?"

Krebs on Security mentioned,"Facebook and its sister properties Instagram and WhatsApp are suffering from ongoing, global outages. We don’t yet know why this happened, but the how is clear: Earlier this morning, something inside Facebook caused the company to revoke key digital records that tell computers and other Internet-enabled devices how to find these destinations online. "

Jeti is a social media app centered around building community while keeping users safe and secure.
Communities play an essential role in every aspect of our lives. We have communities in our friends, families, school, employment, neighborhoods, and more. We find community in the sports teams we back, the artists we appreciate, and even the food we love. Having a sense of community unites us. Being a part of a community can make us feel like we are a part of something greater than ourselves. It can give us opportunities to connect with others in so many ways. 

Jeti is a social media app centered around building community while keeping users safe and secure. When you open the app, you see what stories, pictures, videos, and messages people post within a few miles of you.

Want feedback? Got a question about a life problem? You have the option to do this anonymously on Jeti without creating an account. By creating an account, users can follow people they know and build a following around the content they share. So whether you’re in a densely-populated college campus, a major city, or a rural town, you can always stay in touch with your local community.

​Download and start having fun today! Jeti.app is available on iOS and Android. Follow me @mannylarcher

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This is the world's first Decentralized NFT series made by DeadHeadsNFT. ALL Characters are owned with the rights belonging to the holders, creators and contributors.

DeadHeads is becoming a multi-media universe that you get to own a part of and the IP that comes with it.Join the greatest community in NFTs and help revolutionize the way stories are told.

Get your own DeadHead!
- Official Website: https://deadheads.io/
- DeadHeads NFT Collection: https://opensea.io/collection/deadheads
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/DeadHeadsNFT
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/deadheads_nft
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This is the world's first Decentralized NFT series made by DeadHeadsNFT. ALL Characters are owned with the rights belonging to the holders, creators and contributors.

DeadHeads is becoming a multi-media universe that you get to own a part of and the IP that comes with it.Join the greatest community in NFTs and help revolutionize the way stories are told.

Get your own DeadHead!
- Official Website: https://deadheads.io/
- DeadHeads NFT Collection: https://opensea.io/collection/deadheads
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/DeadHeadsNFT
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/deadheads_nft
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Since 2008, Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies has been the definitive source for recognizing the organizations that are transforming industries and shaping society. Last year, Fast Company recognized more than 400 organizations with this prestigious honor, from the largest companies in the world to small startups with just a few employees. With innovation more important than ever this year, Fast Company is looking forward to recognizing the organizations that are moving the world forward.
Every submission for the 2022 Most Innovative Companies will be individually evaluated by a team of Fast Company editors and reporters.

Why Apply?
Brand Exposure 
Be seen and evaluated by Fast Company editors and reporters

Break News
Tell your organization’s story to the world for the first time; highlight the success of teams within your organization—or partners who’ve helped with your success

Opportunities 
Speaking engagements at Fast Company events and exclusive invitations to influencer-only events

Visibility 
Appear in the March/April 2022 issue of Fast Company and on fastcompany.com

Credibility
Gain the Fast Company stamp of approval for creating a truly breakthrough technology
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Eligibility
Organizations may apply under 51 industry categories and must demonstrate how their innovations from the past year have impacted their business, their industry, and the broader culture. Companies and nonprofits of all sizes will be considered. For full application details, see the rules and FAQs.
Early Rate Deadline: August 20 ($695)
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​Manny Larcher is the CEO of Stopwatch Creative and Founder of Collaborate and Elevate. He is a first-generation American who enjoys helping others find purpose in their work and is passionate about solving the challenges businesses face around growth.  Stopwatch Creative, a boutique marketing agency, with a portfolio including numerous industries from Start-Ups to highly respected brands and high profile individuals. A full-service agency with the clear goal of driving a positive return on investment for clients, Stopwatch Creative assists their clients in numerous ways: website/app development, brand development and growth, storytelling, digital advertising, social media, and more. Manny was recently recognized as one of the Top 20 Young Professionals in Columbus by CityPulse.
Great questions for Manny:
  • Am I using best design practices to provide a great user experience and engagement?
  • How can I generate more sales?
  • How can I maximize the results of advertising efforts with my analytics?
  • Is my website or my marketing generating good results?
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In this quick and easy to understand guide, we’ll share exactly how to create, sell and buy NFT art. And while you may not be an artist or creator, this article will help you understand how people are creating NFTs that are selling for $69 million at auctions hosted by Christie’s or how one 12 year old made $160,000 in 24 hours selling NFTs.

Get comfortable, because by the end of this article you’ll know enough to be entertained, informed and ready to dive right into NFTs.

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Content of This Series

Post 1: Basics On The Ethereum Blockchain

Post 2: How To Buy Ethereum, Setting up a Place to Trade

Post 3: What is an NFT?,  What’s the Difference Between Fungible Tokens vs Non Fungible Tokens, How To Create An NFT

Post 4: Creating the Artwork, Popular NFT Art Creation Tools

Post 5: Why Art NFTs Are Growing, NFTs as a Vehicle for Positive Change

Post 6: How To Sell NFT Art, How To Buy NFTs, How To Market Your Art

Post 7: Showcasing NFT Art Creations and Collectibles, Supporting the NFT Artist Community

Post 8: Conclusion

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