Kelly Perdew

Current

• CEO at RotoHog.com
• Speaker and Author at TAKE COMMAND: 10 Leadership Principles I Learned in the Military and Put to Work for Donald Trump
• Founder at Perdew Properties, LLC

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Past

• Presidential Appointee at President's Council on Service and Civic Participation
• President at ProElite, Inc (PELE.PK)
• Managing Director at Angel Venture Partners

• Founder & Board Member at American Family Protection (AFP)
• Board Member at Job Zone Network
• Host at GI Factory (on The Military Channel)
• Apprentice & Executive Vice President at The Trump Organization
• Co-Founder & Chairman at MotorPride, LLC
• Advisory board, Former President, Former Board Member at CoreObjects Software, Inc.
• Board Member - Marketing & Sponsorship Chair at Product Development & Management Association
• Co-Founder, President & CEO at The Layoff Lounge
• Advisory Board at Pandora
• Acting President, Board Member, SVP Business Development at eteamz
• Manager, Strategy Practice at Deloitte Consulting (Braxton Group)
• Acting CFO, VP Business Development at ImageTel International, Inc.
• Military Intelligence, Executive Officer, First Lieutenant at US Army

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Education

• University of California, Los Angeles - School of Law
• University of California, Los Angeles - The Anderson School of Management
• United States Military Academy at West Point

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Recommended

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Connections

500+ connections

Industry

Internet

Websites

• Kelly Perdew Official Website
• RotoHog.com

Kelly Perdew’s Summary

CEO, www.RotoHog.com/corporate - The Best Fantasy Gaming Platform in the World.
Winner -- The Apprentice 2
Author & Speaker -- "TAKE COMMAND: 10 Leadership Principles I Learned in the Military and put to work for Donald Trump"

I'm an entrepreneur at heart and love the challenge of starting and growing businesses. I've served in every capacity: Founder, Board Member, CEO, COO, CFO, Business Development, and Sales. I've raised institutional financing, grown businesses, down-sized businesses, and sold businesses for 8-figure exits.

Kelly Perdew’s Specialties:

Duty
Impeccability
Passion
Perseverance
Planning
Teamwork
Loyalty
Flexibility
Selfless Service
Integrity

Kelly Perdew’s Experience

• CEO

  RotoHog.com

  (Privately Held; Sports industry)

  May 2008 — Present (1 year 7 months)

  The Best Fantasy Sports Games in the World!
  
  RotoHog.com is a software provider and operator of fantasy sports products and platforms. Currently RotoHog.com is partnered with and powering major sports leagues, leading international brands and global media companies such as Sporting News, NBA.com, Turner Digital, Pro Football Weekly, AVP Pro Beach Volleyball, Fox Espanol and many more.
  
  RotoHog.com is privately held and based in Los Angeles, CA. Investors include Allen & Co, DFJ Dragon, Mission Ventures, and SCP Worldwide. For more information on RotoHog.com, or to sign up for league play, please visit www.RotoHog.com.

• Speaker and Author

  TAKE COMMAND: 10 Leadership Principles I Learned in the Military and Put to Work for Donald Trump

  (Military industry)

  November 2005 — Present (4 years 1 month)

  Intending to inspire young entrepreneurs and compel businesses to hire veterans, I highlight leadership principles I learned through my experience in the military and applied to business. I also share insights from former military leaders turned business professionals. Interviewees include: Jim Kimsey (USMA, Founding CEO of AOL), Ross Perot (USNA, Founder Perot Systems), Bill Coleman (USAFA, Founding CEO of BEA Systems), Roger Staubach (USNA, CEO Staubach Company), Pete Dawkins (USMA, Vice Chair Citigroup), and Marsha "Marty" Evans (Rear Admiral, Navy, CEO – Red Cross).

• Founder

  Perdew Properties, LLC

  (Real Estate industry)

  January 2004 — Present (5 years 11 months)

  Self-Storage Facilities Nationwide - Kelly and his brother Hal, formerly a member of senior management at Public Storage, the world’s largest self-storage company, have attracted a highly qualified team experienced in the self-storage industry. The team has raised $45M from a large equity partner and has secured the first two properties in to build storage facilities in West Florida this year. The team continues to look for acquisitions and new development projects in key national markets with significant growth potential.
  
  Montana Hunting and Fishing Reserve - Kelly and his family are are developing a 600 acre ranch in Montana and selling 20 5-acre lots for avid hunters/anglers. Please see www.montanaclub.us for further information.

• Presidential Appointee

  President's Council on Service and Civic Participation

  (Executive Office industry)

  June 2006 — August 2009 (3 years 3 months)

  In January of 2003, by Executive Order, President George W. Bush announced the formation of the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation. The Council was established to recognize the important contributions Americans of all ages are making within their communities through service and civic engagement. I was appointed by Executive Order on June 15th, 2006. http://www.usafreedomcorps.gov/about_usafc/council/index.asp

• President

  ProElite, Inc (PELE.PK)

  (Public Company; 11-50 employees; OTC: PELE.PK; Sports industry)

  December 2006 — May 2008 (1 year 6 months)

  Led my team in the creation of www.proelite.com -- the most comprehensive mma portal on the web. Built social network to 100,000 registered users and proved out primary revenue lines including VOD, PPV, e-commerce, and lead aggregation models. ProElite.com and Elite Xtreme Combat (EliteXC.com) brings to the world the most exciting entertainment experience in the world of mixed martial arts (MMA) with live arena-based entertainment events, cable television programming on Showtime Networks and community-driven broadband entertainment via the Internet. EliteXC brings to the MMA sport the highest levels of honor, integrity, discipline and self-esteem all the while remaining inclusive for fighters, fans and schools. EliteXC's spectacular live events showcase the world's top fighters. ProElite.com provides fans, fighters and organizations with the tools they need to enjoy and grow the sport of MMA.

• Managing Director

  Angel Venture Partners

  (Partnership; 1-10 employees; Venture Capital & Private Equity industry)

  January 2006 — May 2008 (2 years 5 months)

  Angel Venture Partners (AVP) is a venture capital fund that makes direct investments in early-stage (including seed and startup stage) ventures. AVP focuses on co-investing with some of the leading angel groups in the country (including the two most active). The angel groups, which are collaborating with AVP, are located and invest locally in the regions along the two US coasts; where most venture capital investments are made.
  
  The AVP Managers have proven track records investing in early-stage ventures; extensive operating experience as venture founders and CEOs; technology backgrounds; expertise in angel group formation and operation, including starting the largest angel group in the country and a co-founding the Angel Capital Association; and relationships with the leading angel groups across the nation.

• Founder & Board Member

  American Family Protection (AFP)

  (Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Public Safety industry)

  May 2006 — January 2008 (1 year 9 months)

  AFP repackaged US Government-approved information and training about Terrorism and Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) that is provided to our uniformed services and US Government employees in the US and abroad into a single digital interactive CD that can be easily accessed, understood, and used by every American. The CD includes descriptions and footage of every WMD, a clip-art library for student use in reports; checklists with guidance for supplies, household security, defensive air travel and hostage defense; a detailed interactive reference library of prominent DoD detection equipment and activity; forms to record all personal data and an Emergency Action Plan and a hyperlink index to jump to key WMD sites directly from the CD. www.terroristattackcd.com

• Board Member

  Job Zone Network

  (Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Staffing and Recruiting industry)

  April 2006 — November 2007 (1 year 8 months)

  Job Zone Network is a suite of niche career centers. The industry and market specific sites are more than just job boards. Each niche career center hosts user generated content to keep all visitors abreast of current trends, provide timely news feeds, and present users with viable resources linked to the market's movement. The first niche career center launched is the Military Job Zone (www.militaryjobzone.com). The Security Job Zone will launch in a few months.

• Host

  GI Factory (on The Military Channel)

  (Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Military industry)

  March 2006 — April 2006 (2 months)

  Show the world the factories across the US where they build the vehicles, weapons and equipment for US Soldiers. I take viewers from the assembly lines to the front lines for Abrams Tanks, M-16s, Body Armor and more. Watch how they're made and learn how professional and proud the workers are that build the military equipment.

• Apprentice & Executive Vice President

  The Trump Organization

  (Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; Commercial Real Estate industry)

  January 2005 — February 2006 (1 year 2 months)

  Apprentice to Donald Trump. Involved in multiple real estate projects and founded new business (www.trumpdirectmedia.com) with Donald Trump.

• Co-Founder & Chairman

  MotorPride, LLC

  (Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Leisure, Travel & Tourism industry)

  June 2004 — January 2006 (1 year 8 months)

  SOLD COMPANY TO ZAG IN JANUARY 2006.
  
  www.MotorPride.com is the premiere automotive, truck, and motorcycle enthusiasts community website. You can build free websites, create club websites and manage your club membership, create and send newsletters, and share motor information on the message boards, articles and links.

• Advisory board, Former President, Former Board Member

  CoreObjects Software, Inc.

  (Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Computer Software industry)

  March 2001 — January 2006 (4 years 11 months)

  Since 1997 CoreObjects has been a profitable, high-end, offshore, outsourced software product development partner for its clients. We have over 100 employees (10 in LA and 90 in our Bangalore development center). We have built the technology for many companies (including Stamps.com) and helped many start-ups get through at least Series A with our technology expertise and a very connected (and formalized) network. Some of the VCs and Angel groups that have been investors in our portfolio of clients include Redpoint Ventures, Asset Management, US Venture Partners, Mayfield, Enterprise Ventures, Sierra Ventures, Innocal, Trinity, FBB and the Tech Coasts Angels.

• Board Member - Marketing & Sponsorship Chair

  Product Development & Management Association

  (Non-Profit; 51-200 employees; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)

  September 2003 — December 2004 (1 year 4 months)

  PDMASoCal is the Southern California chapter of PDMA. PDMASoCal is the only professional organization in the region that focuses exclusively on new product development and management. Our mission is to establish and grow a vital community in Southern California for networking and the exchange of best practices and research relative to the principles of new product development and management across all industries and disciplines. www.pdmasocal.org

• Co-Founder, President & CEO

  The Layoff Lounge

  (Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Marketing and Advertising industry)

  February 2001 — December 2004 (3 years 11 months)

  Co-founder, President & CEO of nationally acclaimed event production company -- K12 Productions, LLC. Grew "The Layoff Lounge," "The Executive Lounge," and "6 Degrees" brands and events to profitability. www.k12productions.com, www.layofflounge.com, www.6degrees.tv

• Advisory Board

  Pandora

  (Privately Held; Internet industry)

  January 2000 — December 2004 (5 years )

  Media/Technology Convergence space - Advanced music navigation/recommendation systems - online and kiosks.

• Acting President, Board Member, SVP Business Development

  eteamz

  (Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Internet industry)

  October 1999 — January 2001 (1 year 4 months)

  As the Acting President for www.eteamz.com, Kelly helped secure Angel and VC financing, grew the value of the company through acquisitions and strategic relationships, and led the negotiations for the successful sale of the company to www.active.com. www.eteamz.com

• Manager, Strategy Practice

  Deloitte Consulting (Braxton Group)

  (Privately Held; 1001-5000 employees; Management Consulting industry)

  April 1998 — October 1999 (1 year 7 months)

  • Prepared strategy and wrote business plan for a telephone company’s newly-formed e-business
  • Developed product definition, channel strategy and back end process flows for a large telecommunication company’s (CLEC) internet solution in the ASP hosting market
  • Analyzed e-commerce business-to-business market, identified strategic acquisition target, and developed a market entry strategy for $25 billion hi-tech manufacturing client
  • Representative clients: Motorola, Qwest, and US West

• Acting CFO, VP Business Development

  ImageTel International, Inc.

  (Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Telecommunications industry)

  September 1995 — March 1998 (2 years 7 months)

  • Led all business development efforts for WAN wireless videoconferencing manufacturer and service provider
  • Developed and directed relationships with strategic partners and investment bankers
  • Wrote business plan and secured over $500,000 in financing for hi-tech start-up
  • Performed strategic financial planning, monthly P&L, and pro forma development
  • Negotiated with publicly traded companies for acquisition/merger
  • Oversaw all aspects of marketing and sales closing $4M in sales with clients such as the FBI, AETNA, Lehman Brothers and state universities

• Military Intelligence, Executive Officer, First Lieutenant

  US Army

  (Government Agency; 10,001 or more employees; Military industry)

  May 1990 — June 1992 (2 years 2 months)

  • Conducted all P&L for a 120-person company and $2 million in vehicles and equipment
  • Developed and managed company training schedules including P&L responsibilities
  • Managed the battlefield intelligence center for a 1,500 person brigade

Kelly Perdew’s Education

• University of California, Los Angeles - School of Law

  JD and MBA , Law and Business Graduate Degrees , 1992 — 1996

  Activities and Societies:

  * Earned MBA and JD degrees, Top 15% of Law School Class
  * UCLA Intercollegiate Racquetball Team, 10th at NCAA Finals, 1993
  * External Relations Committee, Investment/Finance Club, Entrepreneur Association

• University of California, Los Angeles - The Anderson School of Management

  MBA and JD Degrees , Entrepreneurship , 1992 — 1996

• United States Military Academy at West Point

  BS , National Security and Public Affairs , 1985 — 1989

  Activities and Societies:

  * Graduated #1 in field of study, Top 5% overall
  * Rhodes Scholarship Finalist, 1988
  * West Point Intercollegiate Racquetball Team, 9th at NCAA Finals, 1988

Additional Information

Kelly Perdew’s Websites:

• Kelly Perdew Official Website
• RotoHog.com

Kelly Perdew’s Interests:

* Beverly Hills City Basketball coach (12-16 year olds) * Big Brother’s Program, 1997-1999

Kelly Perdew’s Groups:

* Certified Corporate Director, Anderson School Corporate Director Program, July 2000
* Certified Facilitator, Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation’s FastTrac Planning and New Venture Programs, October 2002
* Director, Product Development & Management Association, www.pdmasocal.org, 2003
* Ranger School and Airborne Training, Ft. Benning, GA
* Military Intelligence Officer's Basic Course, Ft. Huachuca, AZ

•    UCLA Anderson Alumni Network
•    US Service Academy Alumni
•    TEN - Top Executives Net
•    DFJ CEO Network
•    The Long Gray Line, West Point Alumni (TM)
•    Sports Marketing 2.0
•    Young Sports Professionals Network
•    US Army Rangers
•    Global Entrepreneurship Institute
•    Action Sports Connect
•    NBC's "The Apprentice" Alumni Group
•    Technology-in-Sports Industry Forum
•    Fantasy Sports Executives
•    Dealmaker Media
•    Early Stage East Venture Capital Conference
•    Montgomery Technology Conference
•    METal
•    Media Club (LA)
•    South Bay Tech Group
•    The Godfather of Las Vegas
•    Service Academy MBAs
•    The Mission Continues
•    HBSAOC/ USC Marshall Business Growth Conference May 6th, 2010
•    President's Club

Kelly Perdew’s Honors:

* Top Secret (SCI) Security Clearance, 1988-1994
* Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal (two citations), National Defense Service Ribbon, Airborne Wings, Ranger Tab

Kelly Perdew’s Contact Settings

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