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I am a strategic digital marketing and business development professional with 16+ years of experience in social media management, campaign development, and event marketing. I have a proven track record of growing global networks (16K+ LinkedIn connections, 11K Twitter followers, 5K Pinterest), managing trade show promotion, and delivering measurable results with AI-driven strategies and A/B testing. I specialize in building executive brands, ghostwriting for leaders and entrepreneurs, and creating high-impact online communities across LinkedIn, Twitter, and beyond.…I am a strategic digital marketing and business development professional with 16+ years of experience in social media management, campaign development, and event marketing. I have a proven track record of growing global networks (16K+ LinkedIn connections, 11K Twitter followers, 5K Pinterest), managing trade show promotion, and delivering measurable results with AI-driven strategies and A/B testing. I specialize in building executive brands, ghostwriting for leaders and entrepreneurs, and creating high-impact online communities across LinkedIn, Twitter, and beyond.

Darrell Ellens

Digital Marketer, Marketing Strategist, Social Media Manager, +3

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I am a strategic digital marketing and business development professional with 16+ years of experience in social media management, campaign development, and event marketing. I have a proven track record of growing global networks (16K+ LinkedIn connections, 11K Twitter followers, 5K Pinterest), managing trade show promotion, and delivering measurable results with AI-driven strategies and A/B testing. I specialize in building executive brands, ghostwriting for leaders and entrepreneurs, and creating high-impact online communities across LinkedIn, Twitter, and beyond.…I am a strategic digital marketing and business development professional with 16+ years of experience in social media management, campaign development, and event marketing. I have a proven track record of growing global networks (16K+ LinkedIn connections, 11K Twitter followers, 5K Pinterest), managing trade show promotion, and delivering measurable results with AI-driven strategies and A/B testing. I specialize in building executive brands, ghostwriting for leaders and entrepreneurs, and creating high-impact online communities across LinkedIn, Twitter, and beyond.

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I am a strategic digital marketing and business development professional with 16+ years of experience in social media management, campaign development, and event marketing. I have a proven track record of growing global networks (16K+ LinkedIn connections, 11K Twitter followers, 5K Pinterest), managing trade show promotion, and delivering measurable results with AI-driven strategies and A/B testing.

I specialize in building executive brands, ghostwriting for leaders and entrepreneurs, and creating high-impact online communities across LinkedIn, Twitter, and beyond.

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Independent Marketing Consultant at Self-employed / Independent Marketing Consultant

January 1, 2019 - Present

Designed and managed digital marketing strategies across LinkedIn, Facebook, and X. Built and managed online communities of 50K+ members across platforms. Conducted A/B testing to optimize campaigns, improving CTR and ROI. Applied AI tools for content creation and social trend forecasting.

President at Daily Deal Industry Consulting

January 1, 2017 - October 6, 2025

Advised global businesses on digital strategy and daily deal campaigns. Promoted North American and European conferences, increasing attendance and visibility. Created LinkedIn groups with 7K+ members to facilitate industry discussions.

Founder at ChocolateFace Media

January 1, 2016 - Present

Ghostwrote and managed LinkedIn/Twitter content for executives and entrepreneurs. Created LinkedIn profile makeover programs for C-suite leaders, authors, and investors.

Business Development at Daily Deal Summit

January 1, 2012 - October 6, 2025

Managed global promotion for the conference using social media campaigns. Attracted CEOs and presenters by developing targeted outreach strategies.

Owner / Founder at Business Incentive International

January 1, 2010 - October 6, 2025

Developed advertising campaigns for clients’ products and services across BC. Maintained strong client relationships through ongoing support and innovative campaigns. Pioneered early social media campaigns to improve client visibility.

Sales Agent at George S. May International

January 1, 2002 - October 6, 2025

Ranked Top Sales Agent in 2002 by securing large consulting contracts through B2B sales. Opened new industry markets through networking and relationship development.

Author at Self-published

December 31, 2023 - October 6, 2025

"7 Things Women Must Know to Find a Soulmate" (2023, Amazon). Self-published book (Kindle, paperback, hardcover). Executed digital launch strategy including Amazon KDP, social media promotion, and outreach campaigns.

Independent Marketing Consultant at Self-employed / Independent Marketing Consultant

January 1, 2019 - Present

President at Daily Deal Industry Consulting

December 31, 2017 - October 6, 2025

Founder at ChocolateFace Media

January 1, 2016 - Present

Ghostwrote and managed LinkedIn/Twitter content for executives and entrepreneurs. Created LinkedIn profile makeover programs for C-suite leaders, authors, and investors.

Business Development at Daily Deal Summit

December 31, 2012 - October 6, 2025

Managed global promotion for the conference using social media campaigns. Attracted CEOs and presenters by developing targeted outreach strategies.

Owner / Founder at Business Incentive International

December 31, 2010 - October 6, 2025

Developed advertising campaigns for clients' products and services across BC. Maintained strong client relationships through ongoing support and innovative campaigns. Pioneered early social media campaigns to improve client visibility.

Sales Agent at George S. May International

December 31, 2002 - October 6, 2025

Ranked Top Sales Agent in 2002 by securing large consulting contracts through B2B sales. Opened new industry markets through networking and relationship development.