Chris Samila

Current

Consultant at Mastermind Marketing
Principal at GreenSummit Inc.

Past

Marketing at School of Global Studies - Arizona State University
Sales at Elite PC
Sales at Microseconds Computer

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Education

Arizona State University
Georgia State University

Recommended

4 people have recommended Chris

Connections

256 connections

Industry

Renewables & Environment

Websites

Chris Samila’s Summary

Highly dedicated entrepreneur with double undergraduate degree looking to create a career with cutting edge green company.

In early 2007 while attending Arizona State University as an undergraduate I started an event management company with the goal of providing a platform for various stakeholders in the Southwestern U.S. to accelerate their sustainability efforts. This led to the creation of the GreenSummit Expo and Conference which was held in April 2007 and September 2008.

http://www.GreenSummit.net

The 2008 GreenSummit combined multiple traditionally separate events into one powerful and unique gathering.
- 5000+ Attendees
- Green Innovations Expo (120 exhibitors)
- Advancing Sustainability Conference (200 speakers and 100 educational sessions)
- Municipal Green Building Event (18 cities in Phoenix region participated)
- University Innovation Showcases
- Networking platform for emerging green industry leaders
- Eco-Tours of U.S. Green Building Council LEED sites
- Organic Chef Presentations for LOHAS consumer market segment
- Coverage by radio, magazines, and affiliates for every major television network, along with special feature story by Bloomberg TV

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The creation of GreenSummit was a fascinating and highly educational experience. As of winter 2008 I handed off my director position at GreenSummit Inc. to my business partners for future expansion. I am currently looking for an innovative career dealing more in-depth with sustainability in the energy, IT, and or green building sectors. I am specifically interested in demand-side energy management, smart grid infrastructure, and companies in the energy efficiency/renewable energy industry. My desire is to be deeply engaged with a rapidly changing sector of the new green economy.

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Chris Samila’s Specialties:

Entrepreneurship - Business Development - Tradeshow & Conference Management - Strategic Planning - Branding - Team Leadership - Public Relations - Social Networking & Web Design Strategies - Public/Private Partnerships - Comparative Urban Sustainability Analysis - Globalization Trends - IT Hardware Sales

Chris Samila’s Experience

Consultant

Mastermind Marketing

(Privately Held; Marketing and Advertising industry)

January 2008 — Present (1 year 7 months)

Highlight trends and opportunities in various aspects of emerging green industry.
Principal

GreenSummit Inc.

(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Marketing and Advertising industry)

January 2007 — Present (2 years 7 months)

Founded Green Summit Inc. as undergrad student at Arizona State University to accelerate the adoption of forward thinking green practices and products. Primary focus was presenting annual GreenSummit Expo and Convention. A regional event that brought together industry leaders, municipal governments, academia, and other relevant organizations to work towards the common goal of a more sustainable future.
Marketing

School of Global Studies - Arizona State University

(Educational Institution; 10,001 or more employees; Higher Education industry)

July 2005 — December 2007 (2 years 6 months)

Helped develop strategies for improving public relations and refined marketing programs for the School of Global Studies at Arizona State University. Staffed public events and formed the school's first student association.
Sales

Elite PC

(Computer Hardware industry)

November 2004 — March 2005 (5 months)

Conducted sales of desktop and server IT products. Streamlined inventory management system to help sales team become more effective.
Sales

Microseconds Computer

(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Computer Hardware industry)

2001 — 2003 (2 years)

Sales of desktop computers and complimentary products. Light technical support for clients.

Chris Samila’s Education

Arizona State University

Global Studies, Political Science 2005 — 2008

Studies at ASU mainly revolved around globalization, sustainability, and international relations. Dual degrees upon graduation in May 2009.

Activities and Societies:

Founded School of Global Studies Student Association, National Collegiate Scholar Society, Students Act Now for Sustainability, Freshman Learning Program
Georgia State University

Business 2003 — 2004

Activities and Societies:

Kappa Sigma

Additional Information

Chris Samila’s Websites:

Chris Samila’s Interests:

Environmental and Economic Sustainability, Green Industry, Renewable Energy, Urban Forms, World Cities, Transportation Systems, Climate Destabilization, International Relations, Hiking, Bouldering, Geology, Scuba Diving, Snow Skiing, Traveling Abroad, Computer Technology, Marketing & Sales, Video Game Industry, Meeting new people and seeing exciting places!

Chris Samila’s Groups:

IAEE, Scottsdale Green Building, GreenSummit Network, Global Institute of Sustainability, Student Sustainability Coalition, School of Global Studies Student Association