Lona Alia

SafetyWing

Build & Scale Revenue channels. 

• Built our B2B SaaS sales team from Zero to One by defining the appropriate growth strategy. Recruited 
   the team at all levels (SDR to VP of sales). Grew the team from 0 - 13 members in 9 months. 
• Helped Scale our revenue from $5M ARR to $45M ARR. 
• Built Partnerships team from 0 to 110 partners and over $1.5M in Revenue Attribution.

Head of Revenue

500 Startups

Mentor startup founders on: 
1. Building & Scaling Revenue Channels. 
2. Go to Market Strategy.
3. Build and scale direct B2B sales teams.
4. Set up Demand Generation
5. New Business Verticals
6. Talent (attract & retain top talent) 
7.  Y combinator application

Mentor

Swiss EP - Swiss Entrepreneurship Program

Supported the startup ecosystem in the Balkans as part of a global Expert-in-Residence capacity 
Built programs for emerging startup ecosystems. 
Focus included: investment readiness, internationalisation, ecosystem building, corporate involvement, business angel activity, and supporting female founders in the region.

Entrepreneur In Residence

Style Lend

•	Conceived and launched the world’s first Peer to Peer luxury fashion rental platform
•	Developed robust proprietary technology comprised of a website, mobile app, interactive styling bot and CRM platform to scale the business online, all the whilst providing a unique client experience and accruing invaluable data 
•	Powered a San Francisco & New York showroom rental / retail experience as well as over dozens of global pop-up experiences, with partners such as The Kooples, Farfetch and more.  
•	Leveraged and built vast network of targeted influencers, luxury brand ambassadors, to produce meaningful content that enriched the offline and online experience and added cache to rental as a luxury service offering 
•	Formulated a five-year plan with financial goals, developing mid and long-term strategic objectives, plans and budgets
•	Hired, trained and led a team of 10 full time and 15+ freelance employees and created an environment which fostered the growth and retention of high-caliber talent 
•	Raised more than $2m from VCs, in Silicon Valley, NY, Europe, Middle East and Asia

Founder

EU for Innovation

Help Strengthen the innovation ecosystem and boost startup creation in Albania. 

• Built linkages within the Albanian innovation ecosystem and internationally

• Mentor innovative startups

Advisor

Rendia, Inc.

HealthTech SaaS - Acquired by PatientPoint

•	Right hand manager to the Director of Sales and key advisor to the VP of international sales.  
•	Formulated sales goals, sales budgets, by evolving marketing strategies in response to market needs.   
•	Maintained the #1 sales producer ranking for the duration at company by continuously exceeding monthly targets by 125% to 150% even during challenging economic times..
•	Personally responsible for generating over $2M in sales (i.e. 50% of software revenue in a year) by successfully selling our SaaS platform to large private practices, C-Level Executives and MDs, Universities and Hospitals.
•	Chosen consistently by senior management to represent the company at all domestic and international trade shows/medical conferences in all markets (ophthalmology, optometry, and ENT [ear, nose & throat]) due to guaranteed high performance and strong networking abilities. 
•	Led team in reaching 99% of their quota each year. 
•	Sold to Hospitals, Universities and Private Practices in EMEA, North America, South America and Asia.

Regional Sales Director

Procter & Gamble

-Developed Successful Street Marketing Campaigns 
-Identified and reached idea target audiences for various brands under Procter & Gamble 
-Conducted effective market research 
-Increased brand awareness and sales
-Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve business goals.

Marketing Specialist

Revenue Leader | Y combinator Founder | Remote Work Expert | Digital Nomad Family

Venture Backed Y combinator founder YC W14.  I’m a top-performing revenue leader with a background in startup  marketing, sales & demand generation. 

I’m a founder that has build products, companies and revenue channels from $0 to $45M ARR. 

Advisor to Startups and EU for Innovation.  Future of Work Thought Leader.

Build & Scale Revenue channels. 

• Built our B2B SaaS sales team from Zero to One by defining the appropriate growth strategy. Recruited 
   the team at all levels (SDR to VP of sales). Grew the team from 0 - 13 members in 9 months. 
• Helped Scale our revenue from $5M ARR to $25M ARR. 
• Built Partnerships team from 0 to 110 partners and over $1.5M in Revenue Attribution.

Gold Bar Spirits Company

Led immersive guest experiences and collaborated cross-functionally to support brand growth through education, events, and on-site storytelling.

• Co-led Gold Bar’s signature cocktail experience, featured in Forbes and backed by 200+ five-star reviews.

• Hosted VIP events for partners like Total Wine, Joe Montana, and Bay Area city leaders.

• Helped break a Guinness World Record for most cocktails stirred simultaneously (881 people).

• Delivered immersive brand education that boosted loyalty and guest excitement at scale.

• Collaborated with the marketing team on on-site strategy, product storytelling, and brand voice.

Marketing Lead & Mixology Instructor

Mixology Instructor & Brand Ambassador

Weston Davis Marketing

Helped small businesses grow through SEO, content strategy, and product launch support, blending storytelling with technical execution.

• Scaled traffic for Steps to Love (wedding dance brand) from 0 to 12,000 monthly visitors, delivering a 908% ROI.

• Created over 30 educational SEO videos for B2B marketing firm RevenueZen, supporting their LinkedIn and YouTube growth.

• Resolved 450+ indexing and SEO errors across 5 client websites, increasing visibility and lead flow.

Supported the global affiliate community behind SafetyWing’s insurance products, with a focus on ambassador relationships, campaign content, and product launch success.

• Led affiliate marketing for the Nomad Health product launch, achieving a 650% ROI within the first month

• Partnered with top 50 ambassadors and rising creators to develop blogs, videos, and promotional campaigns

• Collaborated on content that drove 15% of SafetyWing’s monthly revenue through tracked affiliate links

• Created weekly video tips, how-to guides, and a co-authored affiliate marketing handbook to scale partner success

• Delivered monthly performance reports and insights to the Partnerships team, informing content and growth strategy

Affiliate Success Manager

The Remote Job Coach

Supported growth initiatives across content, PR, and SEO for a leading remote work coaching brand.

• Co-led the Remote for Life book launch, raising $7,000 via Kickstarter and achieving Amazon bestseller status

• Increased website traffic from 800 to 2,000+ monthly visitors and improved Domain Rating from 18 to 24 through SEO strategy

• Secured 7 podcast interviews and 4 media mentions, boosting brand visibility and backlink authority

• Managed the content calendar, ran outreach campaigns, and moderated a Facebook community of remote job seekers

• Oversaw a small team of freelancers to support ongoing digital marketing operations

Marketing, SEO & PR Assistant

Mobile Bartending – The Bartender Company Bartenders Unlimited, A Twist of Lime & more

Served drinks and created exceptional guest experiences at 70+ premium events across the Bay Area with top-tier mobile bartending companies.

• Delivered high-end cocktail service at events for Facebook, Uber, Stanford, Andreessen Horowitz, VMware, Dropbox, Nextdoor, and other prominent clients.

• Worked luxury weddings, galas, yacht parties, and corporate functions with consistently strong feedback and repeat bookings.

• Maintained poise and hospitality under pressure at high-volume events with hundreds of guests.

• Adapted quickly to diverse venues, bar setups, and service styles with professionalism and speed.

• Recognized for attentiveness, mixology skill, and creating memorable guest moments.

Bartender & Barback

Tesla

Worked on the assembly line for the Model Y, contributing to high-volume electric vehicle production and quality assurance.

• Helped manufacture 73,000+ Model Y vehicles, supporting one of Tesla’s most critical production lines

• Performed quality checks and adhered to Tesla’s operational standards for safety, speed, and precision

• Gained exposure to Tesla’s advanced supply chain and lean manufacturing systems

Production Associate

Gamree Group

Worked in-store selling Xfinity subscriptions through direct presentations and customer engagement. Consistently met sales goals and helped train new team members.

• Sold 231 Xfinity subscriptions while providing strong account support and customer education.

• Maintained one of the lowest churn rates nationwide, ranking in the top 10% of U.S. sales teams.

• Trained three new account executives by sharing effective sales techniques and coaching in real-time.

Account Manager

Stanford Park Hotel

Delivered exceptional service in a Forbes four-star hotel, ensuring each guest’s stay was comfortable, personalized, and memorable.

• Provided front desk support, concierge recommendations, and seamless check-in/check-out experiences.

• Resolved guest issues promptly and professionally, often turning complaints into compliments.

• Frequently mentioned in positive guest reviews for warmth, efficiency, and attention to detail.

• Collaborated with housekeeping and valet teams to coordinate timely, high-touch service.

• Contributed to the hotel’s reputation for world-class hospitality through consistency and care.

Guest Services

Willamette Development

Supported high-end residential projects from concept to completion across architectural design, construction, and landscape.

• Assisted with drafting, demolition, and build-out of interior and exterior features.

• Helped implement custom landscaping plans, including retaining walls, irrigation, and hardscaping.

• Worked directly with the lead designer and project manager to ensure vision and execution aligned.

• Gained early hands-on experience with design thinking, problem solving, and project coordination.

• Developed a strong work ethic through physically demanding, detail-oriented tasks.

Architectural & Landscape Assistant

Contra Costa County Public Works WSP

Contributed to local flood control, infrastructure evaluation, and environmental data analysis as part of a public sector internship.

• Assessed flood control facilities, ensuring safety and function across the county’s watershed system.

• Maintained detailed records and reports on facility conditions for county use.

• Assisted with mapping and evaluation of storm drain systems and infrastructure.

• Gained foundational experience in public works, environmental responsibility, and civic planning.

• Developed strong documentation, inspection, and reporting skills in a government setting.

Public Works Intern

I grow beverage brands through unforgettable customer experiences on the shelf, behind the bar, and online. 🍹

With 5 years of marketing experience and 5 years behind the bar, I bridge the gap between digital strategy and real-world brand connection. Today, I channel that mix into my work as Marketing Lead at Gold Bar Spirits Company, where I support our team in building immersive events, digital storytelling, and lasting brand loyalty.

From SEO and influencer campaigns to cocktail classes and trade events, my career has taught me how to turn casual interest into long-term engagement.

🍸 Experiential Marketing
• Led 150+ beverage activations, from intimate classes to massive concerts and festivals
• Taught and developed Forbes-featured cocktail classes with 205+ five-star reviews
• Delivered premium tastings and hands-on education for casual drinkers and VIP clients alike

📈 Digital Strategy
• 908% ROI: Scaled a wedding brand’s site to 12,000+ monthly visits through SEO + content
• 650% ROI: Managed a global product launch with 22 influencers in the remote-work space
• Secured 7 podcast features and 4 media mentions to amplify clients’ brands

🏆 Brand Advocacy
• Represented beverage brands for Total Wine executives, city council members, and celebrities like Joe Montana
• Supported 70+ high-end activations for companies like Facebook, Dropbox, Uber, and Stanford

✨ Why it matters
Most drinks are forgettable, and that’s the problem.

In a noisy, burned-out world, people crave something that wakes them up.
Not just another bottle to sip while scrolling.

Truly immersive experiences cut through the noise.
They create memory, emotion, momentum, and loyalty that drives real growth.

I’m obsessed with helping to make that happen.

🤝 Let’s connect!
If you’re passionate about the future of beverage experiences, I’d love to exchange ideas.

👉 westonpatrickdavis.com

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