C R E A T I V E D I R E C T I O N
C R E A T I V E D I R E C T I O N
Freelance Creative Direction and Design
IDEATION
CULTURE
EVENTS
FUTURE TRENDS
Creating Experiences That Last
Innovation through changing environments
Starting in entertainment and growing through the corporate ranks, eventually becoming co-founder of a record label, I have experienced my fair share of seismic disruptions (hello, iPod & Napster!) Possessing the ability to transform disruption into an opportunity for growth has been my consistent goal. I've been instrumental in generating over $150 Million in revenue by applying the 'flexible mindset' principles for companies I've owned, successfully sold as an entrepreneur, been employed by, or brought in as a specialized consultant.
Transformational Disruption Has Taught Me:
- Foresight: Identifying the current need for the market based on shifting conditions.
- Solution-Finding: Discovering and harnessing the right pivot, product, or strategy.
- Team Building: Assembling dynamic creative teams to bring visions to life.
- Branding and Marketing: Effectively positioning products within companies.
- Go-to-market strategy: Launching and adapting products in the market.
- Responsive Adaptation: Monitoring & pivoting strategies for optimum results.
Embracing change is a necessity and a powerful driver for growth and innovation. Individuals and corporations alike are in constant pursuit of consistent transformational growth. I was born with a boundless mindset and optimistic approach, and I can be the ideal collaborator for those who believe in turning great disruptions into greater opportunities!
Future-proof your company & career with creative critical thinking.
SPECIALIZED AREAS OF EXPERTISE
- Creative Strategies for deeper learning, revenue growth & employee retention
- Navigating digital transitions in traditional industries
- Direct to Consumer marketing and sales
- Future-proofing your career, company and culture with adaptive learning
- Designing current marketing campaigns for evolving environments
- Live Event/Meeting director, content creator, and event producer
- Fractional Executive - creative direction and chief communications officer
- Project-based content creation and executive coaching
- Emcee/Panelist/keynote speaker on Growth Mindset during disruption
ENDORSEMENTS
Solving Problems and creating new business trends as a driver for change. Here are a few client's words:
AMY GRANT
Grammy Award-Winning Artist, Writer, and Philanthropist
“I’ve been fortunate to be able to have a 40-year career connecting people through music and creativity. In 2016, Don Donahue approached my manager and me about extending that platform into a teaching capacity. He set the stage at the Ritz Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee, for a select group of my audience and friends to come and learn more about their creative selves. Of course, we had songwriting, but we also had storytelling, painting, photography, and much more. I remember fondly the expressions on the faces of people who ‘woke up’ to their creative souls. It was a magical weekend that changed all of us and has colored the way I approach all gatherings. I would trust Don's creativity and career experience to put together a special campaign for you.”
FRITZ LEHMAN
Former CEO/President
MC&A Destination Management
“Recently, MC&A held its first company-wide meeting in several years. The theme of the meeting was "Imagine, Create & Celebrate," and we couldn't have picked a better partner than MOTN. They helped turn what might have been an "ordinary" meeting into an "extraordinary" experience!
Many unique ideas like sending out the keynote presentations in advance of the meeting, setting up the room in casual "pods" to encourage interaction, engaging our attendees in problem-solving and the creation of fresh ideas, and a spectacular final performance by songwriters that tied in the entire theme of the meeting.
Last but not least, Don and the team made the entire planning process easy and enjoyable- with VERY little lead time. We were thrilled with both the process and the outcome!”
ALLAN HEINBERG
Screenwriter: Wonder Woman, The Sandman, Grey's Anatomy
“In the early 2000s, all of my favorite records had a credit that read ‘Executive Produced by Don Donahue.’ As a result, Don became a hero of mine for his ear, his vision, and his unerring ability to connect artists with the marketplace by celebrating their unique and essential stories. Twenty years later, Don has expanded his reach to embrace film, television, print, and digital media, crafting marketing and publicity strategies for corporate clients that are every bit as inventive and unforgettable as the perfect pop songs he produced that twenty years ago made me say, ‘I want to work with Don Donahue’.”
JOHN OATES
Legendary Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Duo, Hall & Oates
“Don Donahue created and found the perfect setting for a wonderful, creative, and intimate lakeside event at an exclusive resort just outside of Atlanta. This provided a select group of my dedicated fans to enjoy a fabulous and exclusive weekend of music, stories behind the songs, one-on-one time together, high-end culinary food, and first-class hospitality. This gave me the opportunity to meet and mingle with fans individually in a uniquely personal setting. Moments like these break the walls, and fans are more like friends.”
Philosophy:
Yalla:
described as a
verbal adrenaline shot.
It’s a word to use when you want to infuse a sense of urgency or excitement into a situation.
Ideal clients feel this ‘adrenaline shot' when I talk to them about the future of business, work culture, new trends in live events/meetings, content retention, and internal/external messaging that is built to last!
Yalla Yalla, Let’s GO!
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