• Breven Pole
    @brevenpole
    Breven Pole is the visionary CEO and a leadership growth consultant at B2B Client Acquisition, strategically based in Frankfort, Illinois. His company specializes in equipping B2B consultants, coaches, and advisors with tools and strategies for predictable business growth. With a solid background in sales that includes generating over $1 million in recurring revenue from IT solutions, he seamlessly transitioned into consulting to help other businesses scale effectively. Born on April 3, 1992, in Chicago, Illinois, Breven pursued his higher education at DePaul University. Here, he delved into a business curriculum that covered essential areas such as strategy, marketing, and leadership—skills that proved crucial in his later career. The university experience also honed his abilities in communication and leadership, setting a firm foundation for his business philosophy. Upon graduation, Breven commenced his career as a sales representative for a Chicago-based IT solutions company. This role challenged him to cold-call potential clients and forge new business relationships. His standout achievement came from his initiative to engage businesses within the iconic Willis Tower, where he effectively secured over $1 million in recurring revenue, leading to his rapid promotion to manager of the sales department. Driven by his success in sales and a vision for more sustainable business growth, Breven ventured into consulting. He focused on assisting small to medium-sized businesses in refining their sales processes and amplifying their marketing efforts, always with the belief that the right tools could propel any business to growth. December 2020 marked a significant milestone as Breven co-founded B2B Client Acquisition with partners from Chicago and Tampa. This growth consulting firm is built on a foundation of delivering tangible results, not just advice. It's distinguished by its commitment to tailored strategies that align closely with the specific needs of each client, a contrast to the industry's more generic approaches. B2B Client Acquisition prides itself on offering two primary services: Corporate ClientFinder and ScaleSmart leadership. The former ensures consistent connections with potential clients, while the latter boosts the leadership capabilities of business executives, fostering long-term success. As CEO, Breven leads with transparency, accountability, and collaboration. He remains closely engaged with his team and clients to ensure that every need is met and every opportunity for growth is explored. His leadership is not only about overseeing operations but also about actively involved client interactions and strategic decision-making. Breven is also deeply committed to giving back to the community. He regularly contributes to Compassion International and local food drives, reflecting his belief in the importance of positive community impact. Outside the office, Breven's hobbies, such as playing guitar, golfing, fishing, and snowmobiling, help him maintain a balanced lifestyle. He is a dedicated fan of the Chicago Bears, rarely missing a game. At home, he is a devoted husband to his wife, Rose, and a loving father to their two children, emphasizing the importance of family amidst his professional endeavors. Through his leadership at B2B Client Acquisition and his community involvement, Breven Pole continues to inspire and lead with integrity and passion.
  • Coughlin Scheel Architects
    @coughlinscheel
    Our work does not focus on a particular type of project but hopes to transcend use. The work does not have a style but instead focuses on critical problem-solving to produce something unique. The work resides between brackets, among actors, and within relationships. Dancing between these entities, the outcome strives for positiveness, positioned at the heart of the matter. Founded by Paul Coughlin and Annie Scheel in 2013 after working for nearly 15 years for some great firms. Paul and Annie are NCARB certified and licensed in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut and Georgia. coughlinscheel.com
  • Adrian Madlener
    @adrianmadlener7480
    Adrian Madlener is a Brussels-born, New York-based writer, curator, consultant, and artist. Over the past ten years, he’s held editorial positions at The Architect’s Newspaper, TLmag, and Frame magazine, while also contributing to publications such as Architectural Digest, Artnet News, Cultured, Domus, Dwell, Hypebeast, Galerie, and Metropolis. In 2023, He helped write the Vincenzo De Cotiis: Interiors monograph. With degrees from the Design Academy Eindhoven and Parsons School of Design, Adrian is particularly focused on topics that exemplify the best in craft-led experimentation and sustainability.

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