Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
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BERNADETTE "BERNI" SLOWEY

Sarasota,FL
BERNADETTE "BERNI" SLOWEY

Summary

Strategist | Connector of People, Processes, and Performance



A visionary leader with 35 years of progressive experience, including 20 years as a corporate banking executive, a serial entrepreneur, filmmaker, and educator through innovative, strategic foresight. Adept at mastering early adoption in pioneering industries such as cryptocurrency and cannabis with a proven ability to navigate through emerging markets.




Overview

35
years of professional experience

Work History

VAST UNIVERSE PRODUCTIONS

Filmmaker & Content Creator
11.2011 - Current

Job overview

  • Director, producer and writer of compelling, award-winning documentary film and dynamic podcast channels that showcases innovative narratives, securing both critical acclaim and audience impact
  • Spearhead the entire production process, from concept development to post-production, ensuring seamless storytelling that captivates audiences
  • Lead all financial planning, creative direction, and social media strategies to amplify brand presence and engage global audiences.

BURNING JOURNEYS, LLC

Founder & Owner
01.2017 - Current

Job overview

  • Lead wellness retreats for women, offering personal and professional growth education and leadership empowerment strategies
  • Host of two podcasts: 'In a Prosecco: Truth Serum for Empty Nesters' (2023 – Present) and 'Divine Journeys: HIIT for the Soul' (2024 – Present)

CREATIVE INTENTIONS CONSULTING

Founder & Consultant
07.2009 - 04.2022

Job overview

  • Consultant in pioneering industries such as cryptocurrency and cannabis
  • Played key role during Colorado's marijuana legalization, representing Cairnstack Software to city council and legislators for implementation of QR code technology to track seed-to-sale taxation
  • Founder and leader of 'Women in Coin', a cryptocurrency education platform empowering women through financial literacy and investment independence
  • Recognized for strategic foresight and guiding businesses through rapidly evolving markets

TCF BANK

Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy
01.2008 - 07.2009

Job overview

  • Led cross-functional departments and special projects across Colorado and Arizona, improving operational efficiency through strategic goal-setting and policy implementation
  • Managed a $100M budget, overseeing marketing, advertising, media relations, and business development
  • Achieved significant growth, increasing retail bank sales by 56% and cross-sell penetration by 48%


TCF BANK

Senior Vice President, Marketing & Human Resources
01.2005 - 02.2008

TCF BANK

Vice President – Director of Marketing
09.2004 - 01.2005

KEYBANK

Vice President, Colorado Director of Marketing
08.1996 - 07.2004

FIRST BANK SYSTEMS

Marketing & Personal Banker
07.1989 - 08.1996

FIRST BANK SYSTEMS

Teller
07.1989 - 05.1990

FIRST BANK SYSTEMS

Customer Service Specialist, Private Banking
05.1990 - 05.1991

FIRST BANK SYSTEMS

Sales Assistant, Small Business Lending
05.1991 - 01.1992

FIRST BANK SYSTEMS

Business and Personal Banker
01.1992 - 02.1994

KEYBANK

Regional Marketing Manager, Corporate and Private Banking
01.1996 - 04.1997

KEYBANK

Assistant Vice President, Special Projects & Internal Communications Manager
04.1997 - 08.1998

Education

University of Colorado Denver

Bachelor of Science from Marketing and International Business

Skills

    Strategic Planning

    Entrepreneurial & Innovative

    Cross-Functional Team Leadership

    Project Management

    Brand Development

    Marketing Strategy

    Public Relations & Communication

    Organizational Management

    Leadership Development

    Sports Sponsorship Management

    Industry & Data Analysis

    Team Collaborator

Accomplishments

  • Established “Women in Coin”, a cryptocurrency education platform empowering women through investment literacy and financial sovereignty
  • Delivered a TEDx Talk in 2017, “Stop Running from Your Story” emphasizing the strength of narrative and directing life as a movie
  • Director and Producer of award winning documentary, Berni's Journey
  • Managed corporate sponsorships of major sports teams including the Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche, and Colorado Mammoth
  • Spearheaded sponsorship management of the Denver Distinguished Lecture Series, featuring high-profile celebrities and political figures
  • Managed communication strategies for three major bank mergers and branch expansion in six western states, ensuring smooth transitions and continued stakeholder confidence
  • Recipient of Denver Business Journal's “Forty Under 40” Award

Timeline

Founder & Owner

BURNING JOURNEYS, LLC
01.2017 - Current

Filmmaker & Content Creator

VAST UNIVERSE PRODUCTIONS
11.2011 - Current

Founder & Consultant

CREATIVE INTENTIONS CONSULTING
07.2009 - 04.2022

Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy

TCF BANK
01.2008 - 07.2009

Senior Vice President, Marketing & Human Resources

TCF BANK
01.2005 - 02.2008

Vice President – Director of Marketing

TCF BANK
09.2004 - 01.2005

Assistant Vice President, Special Projects & Internal Communications Manager

KEYBANK
04.1997 - 08.1998

Vice President, Colorado Director of Marketing

KEYBANK
08.1996 - 07.2004

Regional Marketing Manager, Corporate and Private Banking

KEYBANK
01.1996 - 04.1997

Business and Personal Banker

FIRST BANK SYSTEMS
01.1992 - 02.1994

Sales Assistant, Small Business Lending

FIRST BANK SYSTEMS
05.1991 - 01.1992

Customer Service Specialist, Private Banking

FIRST BANK SYSTEMS
05.1990 - 05.1991

Marketing & Personal Banker

FIRST BANK SYSTEMS
07.1989 - 08.1996

Teller

FIRST BANK SYSTEMS
07.1989 - 05.1990

University of Colorado Denver

Bachelor of Science from Marketing and International Business
BERNADETTE "BERNI" SLOWEY