Digital Technology Executive | CSPO
Denver, CO | [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]?subject=Your%20CV&bcc=ctrostle%40gmail.com)
Charles Trostle - Certifications
Charles Trostle is an accomplished digital technology executive known for his adeptness in architecting, directing, and delivering mission-critical digital enterprise solutions across diverse industry verticals. With a track record of success, Charles excels in crafting strategic plans and product roadmaps that not only meet but exceed crucial business objectives. His ability to identify growth opportunities and translate them into best-in-class solutions with exceptional user experiences sets him apart in this field.
Charles brings extensive executive leadership experience to the table, with a strong background in strategy formulation and the assembly of multidisciplinary teams. His expertise spans a wide spectrum, encompassing e-commerce, responsive website development, mobile applications, interactive media, CRM strategy, and dynamic advertising campaigns. Charles is recognized for his proficiency in bridging the gap between executive and development teams, agencies, and vendors. He has a proven track record of leading engagements related to re-platforming, systems integration, data aggregation, user experience optimization, and ensuring meticulous visual design alignment with brand standards.
Charles’ leadership style is marked by collaboration, transparency, and an unwavering commitment to delivering customer-centric, feature-driven solutions in complex environments. His impact on high-profile brands align with his ability to drive digital innovation and business growth.
Verticals - Professional Experience: Affiliate Marketing, Automotive, Blockchain, Chemical Distribution, Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), Cruise Lines, Customer Support, Direct to Consumer Retailer, e-Commerce, Entertainment, Gaming, Global News, Healthcare, Health Insurance, Luxury Goods, Manufacturing, Global News, NFTs, Professional Sports, Retail, Security & PKI, Social Media, Travel & Hospitality
Client Roster: Activision, Advertise Purple, Anthem Healthcare, Caldic, Caterpillar, CBS, Charter Communications, Coupang, Dell, Discovery Channel, Disney, DTS, E! Online, Fox, Guthy-Renker, Home Depot, Honda Financial Services, Infiniti, KCRW, lululemon, NBC Universal, NHL, Nissan, NPR, NXLVL, Oracle, Qualcomm, Shane Co., Sony, TBN, Toshiba, Toyota, Vail Resorts, VSP/Eyeconic, Warren Miller, Warner Brothers, Zenger News
Agency Experience: Mirum Agency (formally Digitaria), Possible Worldwide (formally Schematic, Enfatico), Saatchi & Saatchi, Publicis Sapient (formally Level Studios, Rosetta, SapientNitro, SapientRazorfish), Slalom Consulting, The Designory, TopTal
Johns Hopkins University Carey Business School, MD
Emphasis on data, analytics, artificial intelligence, automation, and entrepreneurship.
2019 - 2021
Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management, IL
Certification: Emeritus Institute of Management, Executive Education. View Certificate
2018 - 2019
Pepperdine University Graziadio School of Business and Management, CA
Management Science with MBA classes in Advanced Finance and Economics. 3.76 GPA
2010 - 2013
California State University Fullerton, CA
Advanced coursework in Music Composition and Orchestration with Emphasis in Piano.
1990 - 1992
NHL GAMECENTER LIVE APP
VSP | EYECONIC.COM
Ten Thousand Villages - Denver, CO
2016 - 2018
Marketing committee chair for Ten Thousand Village, Denver. TTV is one of the world's largest fair trade organizations and a founding member of the World Fair-Trade Organization. The company strives to improve the livelihood of tens of thousands of disadvantaged artisans in 38 countries.
Toptal - Denver, CO
2018 - Present
Toptal is an exclusive global network that connects top freelance professionals, including software developers, designers, finance experts, product managers, and project managers, with top companies seeking exceptional talent, as it rigorously selects only the top 3% of freelancers in their respective fields.
I excelled as a Digital Engagement Lead and Product Owner at Toptal, where innovation and strategy converged. In my role as a Digital Engagement Lead, I led initiatives to enhance user experiences and drive digital transformation. This included formulating and executing digital engagement strategies, managing cross-functional teams, and collaborating with stakeholders to successfully launch mission-critical projects. My innovative approach significantly improved user satisfaction and engagement.
Simultaneously, as a Product Owner, I guided teams in delivering cutting-edge solutions, overseeing the entire product lifecycle. My leadership drove the evolution of a business information platform, meeting evolving client needs. I fostered collaboration and innovation, navigating the complexities of affiliate marketing and delivering solutions that empowered businesses in the digital landscape. My adaptability and effectiveness spanned diverse verticals and industries, consistently delivering results for clients.
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