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Graeme Winder

Graeme Winder

CEO / Founder
Colorado Springs,CO

Summary

Dynamic and dependable entrepreneur, educator, and business leader with over 20 years of experience in technology, education, and administrative management. Author and creator of the proprietary learning method, Music Fluency Pathway (MFP). Proven track record of building and growing companies from the ground up, driving operational efficiency, leading efficient teams, and implementing innovative solutions for high-growth revenue.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO /Startup Founder

Meloquest
Colorado Springs, CO
04.2019 - Current
  • Generated more than $150K in additional ARR revenue during the first year.
  • Successfully launched version 1.0 of an innovative new edtech software platform.
  • Authored and implemented the Music Fluency Pathway (MFP), leading to a remarkable 65% increase in student engagement and retention.
  • Raised over $1.5M in investments to fuel company growth.
  • Developed powerful sales strategies to successfully close new school and district partnerships.
  • Led collaborative research with the University of Colorado to investigate music induction in K-12 students.

President

Winder Academy of Music
Laguna Hills, CA
01.2004 - 04.2019
  • Generated total revenue of over $4.5M
  • Achieved an average customer value of 4+ years and $5,000 per household
  • Implemented an effective training program that grew the company annually by 40% YoY.
  • Led the educational development of over 2,000 individual students

Adjunct Faculty Instructor

St. Margaret's Episcopal School
San Juan Capistrano, CA
08.2014 - 05.2016
  • Designed and implemented educational programs focused on music creation, songwriting, and production.
  • Assisted students in writing, performing, recording, and producing their own music compositions.
  • Managed the final production and ensured the overall quality of the recordings, maintaining high standards in all student projects.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO

Skills

  • Financial Acumen
  • Crisis Management
  • Operational Excellence
  • Inspirational leadership
  • Revenue Growth
  • Process Improvement
  • Solution Innovation
  • Strategic Planning
  • Raising Capital
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Time Management
  • Effective Communication

Affiliations

  • Weightlifting
  • Hiking
  • Music Performance

Accomplishments

  • Awarded "Fan Favorite" by Mr. Wonderful from Shark Tank
  • Runner up for the Education App of the Year by Pocket Gamer

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

CEO /Startup Founder

Meloquest
04.2019 - Current

Adjunct Faculty Instructor

St. Margaret's Episcopal School
08.2014 - 05.2016

President

Winder Academy of Music
01.2004 - 04.2019

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Colorado State University
Graeme WinderCEO / Founder