Jon is the founder of Brand Mav, a brand consultancy team that transforms how service-based businesses "Escape the Sea of Sameness" and stand out in their markets using our proven frameworks. Rather than treating branding as just marketing, Jon builds business systems that weave brand strategy into operations, finance and stakeholder relations - helping organizations stay strong when markets shift. His track record includes securing PepsiCo partnerships and driving $3M+ revenue growth for restaurant clients, generating 85M+ digital impressions across university athletic campaigns and leading organizational transformations for 20+ brands. Jon's approach has enabled startups to secure six-figure funding, wellness practitioners to enter billion-dollar markets and multi-campus educational systems to achieve measurable communication excellence.

Jonathan Brown

Jon is the founder of Brand Mav, a brand consultancy team that transforms how service-based businesses "Escape the Sea of Sameness" and stand out in their markets using our proven frameworks. Rather than treating branding as just marketing, Jon builds business systems that weave brand strategy into operations, finance and stakeholder relations - helping organizations stay strong when markets shift. His track record includes securing PepsiCo partnerships and driving $3M+ revenue growth for restaurant clients, generating 85M+ digital impressions across university athletic campaigns and leading organizational transformations for 20+ brands. Jon's approach has enabled startups to secure six-figure funding, wellness practitioners to enter billion-dollar markets and multi-campus educational systems to achieve measurable communication excellence.

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Jon is the founder of Brand Mav, a brand consultancy team that transforms how service-based businesses “Escape the Sea of Sameness” and stand out in their markets using our proven frameworks. Rather than treating branding as just marketing, Jon builds business systems that weave brand strategy into operations, finance and stakeholder relations - helping organizations stay strong when markets shift.

His track record includes securing PepsiCo partnerships and driving $3M+ revenue growth for restaurant clients, generating 85M+ digital impressions across university athletic campaigns and leading organizational transformations for 20+ brands. Jon’s approach has enabled startups to secure six-figure funding, wellness practitioners to enter billion-dollar markets and multi-campus educational systems to achieve measurable communication excellence.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Co-Founder, Director of Brand Strategy at ReImagine Biz
August 1, 2019 - Present
Established compelling brand identity for a local restaurant generating $3M in annual revenue, attracting PepsiCo funding and resources for their campaign. Provided strategic business planning and brand development for a short-term leasing startup resulting in $300K+ funding. Built tailored business strategies to help clients tap into large markets and form innovative partnerships. Led digital transformation initiatives for 20+ brands using proprietary content management system and CRM software.
School Communication Strategist at YES Prep Public Schools
August 1, 2019 - Present
Led the creation of the Campus Ambassador Program across 23 campuses. Orchestrated the launch of nine new elementary schools including stakeholder training and strategic planning. Developed and executed content marketing strategies improving brand visibility and engagement. Managed social media coverage of major events, including Senior Signing Day Campaign. Directed communications initiatives generating 20 million impressions and significant earned media value.
Operations Manager at Leverage Sports Marketing
July 31, 2017 - July 11, 2025
Managed digital campaigns for Texas Christian University and Texas A&M football teams, garnering over 80 million combined impressions across social platforms. Managed University of Houston Provost’s digital campaign which gained international attention and followers in 14 non-U.S. countries.

Education

B.A., Entrepreneurship & Marketing at University of Houston
January 1, 2010 - May 31, 2014

Qualifications

Board Member, Mason Makes Money Fund
June 1, 2022 - August 31, 2022
Mentor, Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship
October 1, 2022 - July 11, 2025

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Healthcare