Steve Durkee

Current

• Executive Director at Foundation For A Brighter Tomorrow
• CEO/Owner at M!

Education

• New York Institute of Technology-Old Westbury
• Arizona State University

Recommended

12 people have recommended Steve

Connections

97 connections

Industry

Management Consulting

Websites

• M!

Steve Durkee’s Summary

I am an analytical and results-oriented professional that has a lengthy track record of meeting time-sensitive objectives while exceeding performance standards. I specialize in highly compliance driven workplaces. I am also a detail-oriented person who does not believe in shortcuts, but I do believe that there is usually a better solution to work and life processes that may lead to a quicker and more cost-efficient result.

I use an evaluative and systematic approach to problem solving. I seek to understand the sides of an issue, define the deficiency, look beneath the surface for the underlying cause, and then find actionable solutions that can be implemented quickly.

Using adaptive process modeling, I have innovated new processes across industry that have effectively changed the market position of multiple firms. I believe in taking a long-term perspective to decision making and seeking the value in tough decisions that create large competitive advantages within an industry.

I also believe in the power of volunteerism and volunteer my time as a member of the Harvard Business Review’s Advisory Council, on the Government Affairs Committee for the local Chamber or Commerce, and on non-profit initiatives that seek social justice and create a more secure tomorrow for future generations.

Steve Durkee’s Specialties:

Re-Branding, Process Adaptation, Lean Six-Sigma, Logistics, Financial Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Market Segmentation and Saturation, SEO, Online Metrics, Web Development, Viral Marketing, Information Infrastructures, Executive Mentoring (Creating Buy-in/Trust, Market Opportunities, Transitioning Strategies), Training, Public Speaking, Business Development (Startup, Sales, PR, Marketing, HR, Finance).

Steve Durkee’s Experience

• Executive Director

  Foundation For A Brighter Tomorrow

  (Non-Profit Organization Management industry)

  August 2005 — Present (4 years 5 months)

  I am currently tasked with all funding procurement, organizational management, collaborative projects, budget/financial oversight for FFABT. Additionally, I oversee a small staff and a team of committed volunteers who seek to end generational poverty in the Southwestern United States.
  
  We are a small non-profit that is rapidly becoming a voice and a solutions provider for impoverished areas of Phoenix. Our major commitments include improving low-income educational and health/human services access and assistance, expanding the capabilities of basic needs service providers (food/clothing/shelter), and to assist in larger scale community revitalization projects.

• CEO/Owner

  M!

  (Marketing and Advertising industry)

  February 2005 — Present (4 years 11 months)

  Marketing and Business Development Consulting - Evaluate companies/institutions strategy, development plans, and assess feasibility. Review outdated marketing, leadership, and other process binding practices and implement solutions that foster highly satisfied clients while improving the bottom line. Implement solutions that expedite change to reverse negative trends in profitability. Teach and/or improve leadership skills, team-building, strategic planning, risk assessment, and other core capabilities. Develop a long-term actionable plan that can produce sustainable advantages over other market leaders.
  
  Key practices employed: Gen-Y strategy, situation analysis, consumer trend analysis, SWOT analysis, financial analysis, brand definitions, perceptual mapping, marketing communication strategy, economic threat analysis, tailoring/morphing data management systems, integrated cost analysis, process optimization, re-branding, strategic communications, executive mentoring, training and development.

Additional Information

Steve Durkee’s Websites:

• M!

Steve Durkee’s Interests:

Business interests: process redesign, innovation, new corporate structures, higher education management and analytics, integrating adaptive policies and procedures. Personal hobbies: fishing, writing, painting, basketball, snowboarding, downhill/cross-country skiing.

Steve Durkee’s Groups:

All Saints Catholic Newman Center at Arizona State University
Durkee Family Connections
Harvard Business Review Advisory Council
Foundation For A Brighter Tomorrow

•    AIPMM
•    DFW Entrepreneur Network
•    Air Academy Alumni
•    Executive Suite
•    Next Gen Market Research (NGMR) - The Best MR Networking Group on the Web!
•    AZIPA - Arizona Internet Professionals Association
•    Ad2 Phoenix
•    eMarketing Association Network
•    Associates of Cardean University
•    Phoenix SEO
•    NYIT Alumni
•    Arizona State University Graduates
•    Risk, Regulation & Reporting
•    Quant Linked Group (QLG: Wall Street Quants)

Steve Durkee’s Honors:

Best Recruiting Practices - Arizona Private Schools Association (’04,’08)
Leader in Outstanding Practices Award - Global Marketing Conference (’04,’05,’06, ‘07)
Divisional Employee of the Year - Career Education Corporation (’06)
Exceptional Yearly Lead Generation – Career Education Corporation (’04,’05,’06)
Outstanding Contributions - Gateway Upward Bound
Dean's List - Arizona State University