Written by Tom Kelly
Arvell spent the last two decades on the front lines of social, digital, and internet marketing. Primarily running small marketing agencies or consulting. He’s relied on leveraging automation, outsourcing and now, AI. He believes success is a constant counter balance of self-discovery, self-discipline and empathy. Anyone can be anything for a short term, but for long term sustainable and happiness our work should be aligned with core values and natural abilities.
How did you hear about Venture Café?
Forbes at SaltSummit
What inspires you?
Insights and ideas that reveal how change, breakthrough, and transformation is possible.
Tell us a little more about your current role with your organization and how it has impacted the start-up ecosystem here in the greater Phoenix region.
My current role is not based on targeting Phoenix. But my book, The AI Strategy Playbook and my local speaking is and can help Phoenix area startups understand practical use case for AI for sales and marketing.
Advice to Aspiring Entrepreneurs and People Looking for their Passion
Learn to increase your trust in yourself and increase your trust in others.
Most Impactful Book?
The Last Word on Power
Biggest Successes/Most Fulfilling Moments
Publishing my first book.
Biggest Failures and Lessons Learned
Biggest failure- passing on an opportunity to earn a percentage of M&A sales, focusing on the maximum retainer for business development services.