About ::
The International Business Strategy Group is an international consulting company based in the United States, servicing information technology and telecommunication companies, investment and research firms and economic development agencies. A unique combination of qualities positions IB Strategy Group as a leader in its field: broad range of knowledge in the information technology and telecommunication industries, expertise in investment and research analytics, and experience working with economic development agencies.
Launched in 2003, IB Strategy Group, is inspired by the possibility of playing out-of-bounds in business and economic development; using fresh ideas and creative thinking to go beyond typical constructs and constraints of problem solving. We are committed to making a difference for our clients, our partners, and our community.
Founder ::
While at RealNetworks, Sandra Winters developed innovative business models and brokered business relationships that shaped the internet media, e-learning and online commerce markets. In the corporate strategy group at Microsoft, Sandra performed market and industry analysis leading to mergers, acquisitions and partnerships in the telecommunications, media and software industries before becoming the lead financial analyst of a $3 billion business unit.
At The International Business Strategy Group, Sandra melds her expertise in technology with her original career in economic development at the World Bank, to globalize technology to benefit all people.
Sandra has her MBA from Georgetown University and has worked in Russia, Poland, and the Republic of Yemen.
Advisory Board ::
To produce exceptional results, IB Strategy Group relies on a broad base of industry experts who provide advice and insight regarding cutting-edge products, services and business practices and contribute to IB Strategy Group's corporate direction. Their endless dedication to and enthusiasm for new and innovative ideas is of immeasurable value to us, our partners and our clients.
Responsible for RealNetworks' mobile services strategy, Mark has worked with some of the world's largest Internet broadcasters, handset manufacturers, mobile operators, and content providers to define new business opportunities, raise industry and consumer awareness and bring services to market. Mark previously led development of the Catalyst Project, the first higher education initiative in the US to combine advanced educational technologies with a framework for technology adoption. In 2002, Catalyst was awarded the Digital Government Award for higher education. Mark earned his PhD from the University of Washington.
Since 2003, Brian Fleisher has led strategic business development initiatives in the Mobile Multimedia Services division of AT&T Wireless. Previously responsible for business development in RealNetworks' Mobile Products and Services division, Brian defined and executed strategic relationships. His experience also includes various sales, channel and international market development positions during his seven year tenure with Adobe and Aldus.
Nader Nazemi is Founding Faculty at Cascadia Community College, where he teaches international relations and Middle East politics. At Cascadia he chairs the Partnership for Global Studies, an interdisciplinary committee charged with globalizing the curriculum and fostering global awareness in the community. Nader is also a Seattle Human Rights Commissioner. He earned his PhD in political science from the University of Washington.
Brant has over 10 years experience in the creation of technology and internet business models. Brant currently holds a senior position on the business development team of a Fortune 500 online retailer and services company. As a negotiator, Brant has deep working knowledge of business models, ROI, multi-party / multi-issue negotiations and CXO buy-off.
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