Fiber Gaming Network

Fiber Gaming Network (FGN) | A WTFast Company
Leveling Up Gaming Connectivity & Esports for ISP customers across North America

FGN is revolutionizing gaming for broadband operator subscribers by merging the world’s largest high-performance gaming network with a premier esports competition platform.

With over 50 operators (and growing) and 10's of Thousands of players, FGN empowers broadband providers to offer exclusive gaming tournaments, scholastic esports programs, and premium online gaming experiences to their subscribers. By joining forces with WTFast—renowned for AI-driven latency optimization and Gamers Private Network (GPN)—we are taking gaming connectivity to the next level.

What We Do:
🚀 Ultra-Low Latency Gaming: Powered by WTFast’s patented technology, ensuring competitive gameplay without lag.
🎮 Esports for ISPs: Fully-managed, white-label tournaments and leagues that drive engagement and subscriber growth.
🌎 Bridging Rural & Global Competition: Connecting players in underserved areas to national and international esports.
📡 ISP-First Gaming Solutions: Tailored for broadband providers looking to differentiate through gaming innovation.
💡 Smart Partnerships & Growth: Expanding opportunities for ISPs through collaborations with major fiber networks, gaming influencers, and brands looking to reach the gaming demographic.

As gaming surpasses 3.4 billion players worldwide, the demand for high-performance, low-latency connectivity is greater than ever. Our mission is to empower ISPs with cutting-edge gaming technology, drive revenue growth, and create unparalleled gaming experiences for both casual and competitive players.

With FGN + WTFast, gamers can now compete on a global stage—no matter where they are. 

ISPs looking to elevate their gaming experience? Join our Partner Program for access to network optimization tools, esports competitions, and revenue-driving strategies.

President

WTFast

Back in action! I'm thrilled to share that I’ve rejoined the Global Network space, this time innovating  in competitive gaming and Esports networking.  Leading WTFast's Global GPN initiative, delivering enhanced network performance with over 300 POPs interconnected to broadband operators and publishers worldwide.

For those global networks, CDNs, and gaming colleagues—let’s reconnect!  With over 3 billion gamers and an enormous streaming audience worldwide, the need for our optimized, real-time network has never been greater.  WTFast, with 13 patents, is here to help level up the performance of gamers on your network.  Let’s talk about how we can drive trasnformation and scale together as gaming continues to grow rapidly beyond all other forms of Media and Entertainment"

Chairman and President

Creatraction

Creating Traction, Driving Growth: Your Partner in AI-Driven Creator Marketing

At Creatraction, we transform the way brands engage with their audiences. In a digital landscape crowded with content, our mission is simple yet powerful: We take the friction out of creator marketing, enabling brands to unlock revenue and maximize reach with AI-driven strategies.

What We Do:
We solve the complex challenges of creator marketing by leveraging cutting-edge AI, data analytics, and automation. Our managed services simplify the process of identifying the right creators, optimizing content, and driving measurable results—all while you focus on growing your business.

How We Do It:

AI-Powered Insights: Our proprietary AI scours millions of creator profiles, ensuring your campaigns are aligned with your brand voice and resonate with your target audience.
Comprehensive Content Management: From idea generation to content optimization, we ensure a steady stream of impactful content that boosts engagement and drives conversions.
24/7 Automation: Our AI agents provide round-the-clock support and sales conversion, making sure no customer query goes unanswered and every opportunity is maximized.
Seamless Campaign Execution: We handle everything from contract management to real-time campaign tracking, ensuring a hassle-free experience that delivers results.
By aligning your brand with Creatraction, you're not just choosing a service—you're partnering with a team committed to delivering innovative solutions that drive growth. Let us help you shine in the competitive world of digital marketing.

Chairman & Founder 

Square Body Syndicate

Square Body Syndicate is the leading destination for the Chevy Truck Enthusiast.  From streaming Builds to selling parts and marchandise in a digital marketplace, we are the leading brand in the world of Chevy Squarebody trucks.

Partner

Motoworlds.com

The embodiment of the young Automotive Culture, will be through the lens of a virtual automotive platform focused on automotive passion and enthusiasm.

Metaverse is a term used to describe a virtual world that is fully immersive and interactive, often used to describe virtual reality experiences. In the context of the automotive industry, the "automotive metaverse"  refers to our virtual world that is focused on automotive enthusiasts, passionate about their vehicles.   Applications include virtual showrooms, virtual test drives, virtual racing events, learning and development.

The Automotive metaverse will be an online platform that allows automotive brands, the aftermarket, builders and collectors to showcase their products and services, interact with the audiences, showcase driving simulations and virtual test drive experiences, and provide digital services like configuring, testing and buying through virtual means.

Motoworlds will include collaboration and social features, allow manufacturers and the aftermarket to connect with car enthusiasts, connecting to share information and experiences while participating in immersive, virtual communities.

Executive Chairman

Motoworlds

Motoworlds is revolutionizing the automotive industry by integrating social influence, AI, and the spatial web, creating an immersive, metaverse for the next generation of connected automotive manufacturers, builders and enthusiasts.

CEO and Founder

Barrett-Jackson Auction Company

For over 50 years, enthusiasts from all over the world have flocked to the Barrett-Jackson collector car auctions, named America’s No. 1 Attraction for Car Lovers in the 2019 USA Today Readers’ Choice Contest. 

Widely regarded as a barometer of the collector car industry, the auctions have evolved over the years into world-class automotive lifestyle events where thousands of the world’s most sought-after, unique and valuable automobiles cross the block in front of a global audience ‒ in person and on live national and international television. Barrett-Jackson produces The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions in Scottsdale, Arizona; Palm Beach, Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada and Houston, Texas. 

In addition to the millions watching the events via live television and streaming, over 500,000 people are in attendance at all four major auctions, looking to witness the action at its best, capture the car of their dreams, mingle with celebrities, experience adrenaline-pumping thrill rides in the latest vehicles from America’s top automakers or shop in the vast Exhibitor Marketplace.

Chief Technology Officer

Engine Media

Torque revolutionized esports racing and the racing gaming genre.  We combined an industry-leading game Gear Club from Eden Games, focused on mobile racing games with our unique motorsport IP, including World’s Fastest Gamer (created by our subsidiary IDEAS+CARS, Silverstone UK).

Torque also provided robust esports data, information & reports to publishers, brands, sponsors, and gaming industry leaders. Our Stream Hatchet data business provided unique industry insights critical to tracking & monetizing the massive number of players and fans in the competitive gaming and esports space. 

Through the live events streaming subsidiary UMG Gaming, which I ran directly through the transition to Engine,  Torque completed the ecosystem from content to distribution, leveraging integrated assets and experience  while providing the playbook for the competitive gaming industry.

Chief Operating Officer

NAGRA

Leading eSports and Sports exhibition strategy  at NAGRA.   NAGRA were focused on changing the way consumers and fans think about experiencing theatrical content, family entertainment, and Live events in the Cinema.  

MyCinema delivered immersive experiences across a network of exhibitors.  From live streaming to the big screen, connecting fans with brands, their favorite leagues, teams & athletes through immersive entertainment.   Defining the theatrical window for Live Sport and and innovating eSport engagement, connecting local communities and fandoms, changing how consumers connect and share live experiences.

ESports, Sports - Content-Innovation-Strategy

AerNow

As President and CTO of AerNow,  I was responsible for technology vision and building the platform & product execution plan from assembled assets including ReplayXD & Always Evolving Racing.  

AerNow was an innovator in real-time video contribution, data visualization, #augmentedreality through a universal experience. We developed the technologies for companies looking to innovate UX for Motorsports, Action Sports, eSports & Automotive Enthusiasts, propelling them into the future.   AerNow were recognized for innovation and leading edge services enabling clients to leverage machine driven automation platform for rapid experience innovation and experience deployment in an ever-changing landscape. 

We uniquely applied a foundation in Engineering combined with my over 25 years of experience in building, implementing, and managing technology strategies, products, and solutions for the IT, telecommunications, and media industries.  AerNow and our clients leveraged this experience and market innovations in live action sports, motorsports & eSports experiences.

President & CTO

Delivering a Global Gaming Network and Platform for the Next Generation

As a leader in low-latency networking and competitive gaming platforms, we are empowering Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to deliver a high-performance Gamers Private Network, 150+ POPs interconnecting  underserved regional Networks for seamless, competitive gaming experiences.

With a career spanning three decades at the crossroads of technology, gaming, and digital media, I have been a driving innovation, shaping the evolution of competitive gaming, high-performance networking, and live streaming.   From the launch of the first global fiber networks at Frontier - Global Crossing to revolutionizing live streaming of Sports events and gaming with Origin Digital,  I have consistently pushed boundaries in real-time media delivery and network optimization.

As Chairman and President of WTFast, I am leading the charge in next-gen gaming infrastructure, delivering a high-performance Gaming Private Network (GPN) that enhances latency-sensitive gaming experiences for ISPs and broadband operators worldwide. With over 300 global Points of Presence (POPs) and 13 patents, WTFast is redefining how gamers connect and compete in an era where milliseconds make the difference.

My expertise extends to AI-driven creator marketing as Founder of Creatraction, a platform that seamlessly integrates influencer marketing with data-driven automation for brands looking to scale digital engagement.  This journey also includes leading industry transformation at Torque Esports and Engine Media, where we pioneered modern SIM Racing experiences, built UMGTV, an Esports Network and integrated data analytics for gaming performance measurement, further shaping the competitive gaming industry, converging content, community, and commerce.

My work has earned some accolades such as the Streaming Media 100, Broadcast Innovation Achievement Award, and Best of Show - TV Technology at NAB (3 time winner).   A relentless drive for innovation continues to bridge digital divides, unlocking new monetization models, and creating next-generation experiences for gamers, streamers, and brands worldwide.

💡 Ready to shape the future of gaming and streaming? Connect with me and join the movement.

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Volker Jaeckel

Key Account Consultant for Germany | B2B | D2C

Unstoppable Automotive Group

Marketing & Sales Leadership:
• Integration of transformative marketing strategies across 8 SoCal dealerships, I was instrumental in positioning Unstoppable Automotive as the fastest-growing Mercedes-Benz dealer in the Western region in 2020.

Digital Performance & ROI:
• We saw an unprecedented surge in key metrics: internet lead submissions increased by 39.2%, inbound calls rose by 89.8%, direct sales grew by 7.5%, paid search traffic expanded by 41%, display ads generated an 85% increase, and our email campaigns achieved an astonishing 2,155% growth.
• This digital prowess translated to tangible returns: a 300% ROI. We added a remarkable $2.16M, culminating in a robust $18M revenue for FY 2020.

Revenue Augmentation & Strategic Alliances:
• My strategic vision amplified service revenue from $302K to a commendable $1.2M. Similarly, parts revenue leaped from $181K to $496K.

Service Marketing & Competitive Edge:
• I architected a disruptive service marketing blueprint, targeting competitors within a 40-mile radius. This strategy was a resounding success, doubling our service hours from 3,172 to a staggering 6,200.

Digital Dominance:
• Under my guidance, the Group’s Audi, Volvo, Polestar, and Mercedes-Benz dealerships clinched the #1 spot on major search engines. 
• Our digital campaigns enhanced web traffic across the board: organic search by 81% and referrals by 30%. Social media engagement soared by 119%.

Innovative Tech Solutions:
• I championed the integration of cutting-edge AI tools, offering customers an immersive virtual car tour experience with our Sales Associates.

Industry Recognition & Accolades:
Audi USA lauded our content strategy. Furthermore, our digital initiatives caught the eye of Volvo N.A., cementing our reputation for digital excellence and becoming part of their Digital Advisory Board.

Head of Digital Strategy & Marketing – Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volvo, Polestar, Jaguar, Land Rover

Impact Riverside County

Appointed as Innovation Consultant at MIC (Murrieta Innovation Center) in collaboration with the Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber of Commerce. Leading "Pitch Ascent," a structured pitch optimization and leadership program designed specifically to help local startups refine investor presentations, master storytelling, and scale effectively.

Key areas of focus include:
✅ Startup Pitch Development
✅ Investor Communication Strategies (DISC-based)
✅ Leadership & Scaling Tactics
✅ Innovation & Startup Coaching
✅ Local Startup Ecosystem Growth

Innovation Consultant

FocalPoint

Currently open to GLOBAL executive roles in automotive retail strategy, digital leadership, and group marketing transformation.

Business Coach for automotive, pharma, chemical, real state, B2B service industry & business owners

McKenna Motors

Digital Transformation:
• Spearheaded a comprehensive overhaul of McKenna Motors' digital marketing, business development, advertising, and internet sales strategy across nine prominent Los Angeles dealerships. In a remarkable span of just 70 days, I revitalized the Internet Sales Department and Business Development Center, positioning them as pivotal contributors to the dealership's total unit sales.
• My leadership acumen was further demonstrated as I adeptly managed a formidable team of 23 direct reports, with the fiduciary responsibility of a $12 million annual budget.

Analytical Insights & Financial Prudence:
• With a keen analytical approach, I unearthed suboptimal performance and fiscal inefficiencies. This insight led to the decisive elimination and subsequent replacement of the dealership group’s ad agency.
• I architected a digital roadmap, capturing an impressive $250K+ in marketing expenditures. This strategic move not only conserved resources but also bolstered conversions. My foray into paid advertisements yielded a stellar 172% ROI. Through meticulous optimization, I propelled our market penetration by 46%.

Branding Consistency & Market Expansion:
• I remained unwavering in my commitment to curating a consistent brand voice and tone. Through meticulously crafted messaging, we amplified our presence across all digital channels. While adhering to OEM compliance for new vehicles, I strategically targeted buyers outside the AOI for certified pre-owned cars. This initiative surged our traffic and expanded our outside-AOI inquiries by an impressive 23%.

Industry Recognition & Excellence:
• My endeavors did not go unnoticed. I was honored with group accolades for exceptional performance, notably the “Best-Selling Porsche Taycan EV-Dealership, SoCal Region,” based on our targeted email campaigns. 
• The “OEM Sales Regional Office” recognized our Internet Department's prowess, applauding our impressive close rate of 16.7% to 18% across diverse franchises.

Fractional CMO 

Kent Automotive

Strategic Advisory at Kent Automotive:
• In my pivotal role as an advisor at Kent Automotive, I was entrusted with the responsibility of meticulously defining and operationalizing the company's go-to-market blueprint and sales strategy. My strategic vision was laser-focused on driving new business avenues in the competitive German market. I successfully orchestrated the closure of annual service contracts with some of Germany's most prestigious automotive dealership conglomerates, cementing Kent Automotive's reputation as a trusted partner.

Sales Training & Team Empowerment:
• Recognizing the importance of a skilled and informed sales force, I undertook the initiative to provide hands-on training to a new brigade of 16 Regional Sales Managers. My training regimen was comprehensive, encompassing the nuances of consultative sales techniques. I was deeply involved in imparting knowledge and real-time sales scenarios, assisting these managers in navigating complex negotiations and closing pivotal contract opportunities. Under my mentorship, the team honed their sales acumen and imbibed the ethos of customer-centric selling.

Major Contract Acquisition:
• One of my most notable achievements during this tenure was securing an exclusive service contract for oils and lubricants. This was not just any contract; it was with the largest Mercedes-Benz dealer group located in the Southwest of Germany. Through a combination of strategic negotiations, understanding the client's core needs, and positioning Kent Automotive's unparalleled product quality, I was able to clinch this coveted contract. This partnership bolstered our revenue streams and positioned Kent Automotive as a preferred partner for premium automotive dealerships in the region.

National Key Account Manager | Chemical Industry | Contract | B2B

Universal Auto Group, Inc.

Internet Sales Process Transformation:
• At the forefront of innovation, I architected and seamlessly integrated a novel Internet Sales Process, revolutionizing the dealership group's sales paradigm. My vision was clear: a marketing plan heavily skewed towards digital at 80%, with traditional methods accounting for the remaining 20%.
• I introduced robust processes to quantify results precisely, ensuring every strategy's efficacy was measurable. My omnichannel campaigns were not just about reach but also about efficiency driving revenue with precision.
• Recognizing the importance of customer retention, I established a dedicated team comprising 14 direct reports. Our collective efforts bore fruit, generating an impressive $1M+ in additional sales in the inaugural year.

Sales Acceleration & Cost Efficiency:
• My strategic prowess was further demonstrated as I rolled out an innovative blueprint that not only turbocharged sales but also curtailed our annual marketing expenditure by a staggering $744K.
• I harnessed specialized software to amplify our service business. By astutely leveraging a database of over 20,000 existing customers, we witnessed a surge in repeat sales, cementing our position as a trusted automotive partner.

Training, Coaching & Lead Management:
• I believe in empowering teams. I imparted best practices training to a 27-strong Internet Marketing Department. I was a mentor, offering one-on-one coaching to Internet Managers, ensuring we attracted customers and sealed the deal.
• I introduced a stringent 180-second response limit for new leads, ensuring agility in our approach. This strategy and our efforts to bolster brand visibility expanded our purchase pipeline by an impressive 85%.

Branding & Digital Marketing:
• My segmented email campaigns were aggressive yet strategic, carving a distinct brand identity. Additionally, my Google AdWords campaign was a game-changer, doubling our site traffic in a mere 11 months.

Digital Marketing Director | B2C

TUNAP GROUP

U.S. Expansion Leadership for TUNAP
• Entrusted with spearheading TUNAP's ambitious U.S. expansion, a renowned German producer of automotive lubricants, aerosols, and cleaners. Armed with a robust $10M budget, I meticulously identified strategic U.S. operational locations. I forged pivotal distribution alliances and diligently navigated the regulatory landscape, ensuring timely submissions to all pertinent state and local government bodies.

Managing Director USA | Chemical Industry | Start-Up | B2B

CDK Global

Digital Marketing Ambassador | SaaS | B2B

Sons Automotive Group

eCommerce Marketing Director 

Jackson Acura

Internet Sales Director 

AUTOMOTIVE DIGITAL MARKETING LEADER | 24 YEARS U.S. MARKET EXPERTISE

I've spent over two decades transforming how luxury automotive brands connect with customers in the world's most competitive market. My greatest achievement? Leading Mercedes-Benz of Temecula to 30% market share growth during the 2020/2021 pandemic, recognized by MBUSA as the ONLY dealership worldwide that grew while others stagnated.

PANDEMIC SUCCESS STORY
- Generated $2.16M additional revenue during COVID-19
- Achieved 300% marketing ROI through AI-driven strategies  
- Increased service revenue by 297% and parts revenue by 174%
- Grew internet leads 39%, inbound calls 89%

HOLISTIC BUSINESS APPROACH & EXECUTIVE COACHING
I don't see dealerships as separate profit centers – I see them as symphonic business systems. As a Certified DISC Business Executive & Marketing Coach, I help C-level executives understand the correlation between R&D, Marketing, Sales, Service, and Customer Experience, using data analytics to optimize total organizational health.

BUSINESS COACHING & ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP
- Affiliate Business Coach: Randall W. Lewis Center for Entrepreneurship, CA 
- Executive in Residence Coach: California State University, San Marcos
- Founder & President: FocalPoint Business Coaching & Training Temecula Valley
- Featured Speaker: "Communication Breakthrough" & "DNA of an Entrepreneur" programs
- International coaching for automotive companies in Germany, Italy, and the U.S.

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP & SPEAKING
- Author: "The Digital Dealership" (2014) 
- Co-Author: "How to Survive and Thrive" (2024) with Reebok founder Joe Foster
- International Keynote Speaker: Autohaus eMarketing Days & DEKRA Gebrauchtwagentage (Germany), Internet Motors Milano, Digital Dealer Conferences
- Monthly workshops: Entrepreneurial Resource Center, Chamber of Commerce events

MULTI-BRAND EXPERTISE
Latest: Successfully managed 8+ luxury brands simultaneously - Mercedes-Benz, AMG, Sprinter, Audi, Volvo, Polestar, Jaguar, Land Rover with $4.8M budget responsibility.

CERTIFICATIONS
- Professional Certified Marketer® (American Marketing Association)
- Certified Digital Marketing Professional (Digital Marketing Institute, Dublin, IRL)  
- International Business Executive Coach (Brian Tracy International)
- Certified DISC Behavioral Analyst (FocalPoint International)

Currently seeking strategic leadership and digital marketing opportunities with progressive European automotive groups ready for digital transformation and executive development.

German Citizen | EU Work Authorized | Fluent German & English

Member of the Digital Sales & Marketing Advisory Board | B2B

➤ Serving an advisory role thru strategic reviews, suggestions, and program support to continuously enhance the quality of Volvo's national online exposure and programs.
➤ Consult Volvo's national manager suite through monthly meetings to enhance dealer network offerings.

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