ABOUT
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PILLARS OF FUNK
Mindfulness. Compassion. Authenticity, Always. Deliver Value Quickly. Connect, Connect, Connect.
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THE FUNKY BUNCH
GREG GROTKE
STRATEGIC ADVISOR
Greg has over 30 years of experience in a combination of operations, engineering, business development, global account management, and executive leadership. With a strong foundation in oil & gas, Greg’s leadership extends across the entire energy sector and downstream to petrochemicals, plastics and composites. With an MBA from Michigan, a semester abroad in London, and a BSChE from Ohio State, Greg has grown businesses and delivered products and services across 6 continents.
ABE SHASHA
STRATEGIC ADVISOR
Abe has more than 30 years of experience in sales leadership in energy technology, working for top companies in the upstream oil and gas industry such as Aspen Technologies and Honeywell. He has also been involved in contract sales and mergers & acquisitions for over 15 years.
IAN MYERS
STRATEGIC ADVISOR
Ian is an experienced energy executive and management consultant with expertise in Go-To-Market strategy, sales, and negotiation. He co-founded three startups and advised on deals worth over $1B+. Ian is a Penn State Football fan, yoga enthusiast, and proud father of two. He holds an MBA from Kellogg and a B.S. in Engineering from Penn State.
KEITH MYERS
STRATEGIC ADVISOR
Keith is a versatile professional with over 10 years of in Energy sector, holding leadership positions in engineering and sales. Recently, he served as a Senior for a boutique management consulting firm, where he supported the Tech, Industrial, and Healthcare sectors with Sales Optimization, Strategic Sourcing, and Renegotiation initiatives. Keith's expertise in sales, procurement, and operations enables him to quickly develop solutions that enhance commercial performance.
JEREMY FUNK
FOUNDER & CEO
Jeremy Funk has a vast experience in delivering technology innovation for Upstream Oil and Gas businesses. He has held various Sales and Marketing leadership positions for the past 17 years, where he has been accountable growth through his extensive network of contacts. Jeremy is also the host of the "What The Funk?" Podcast and a devoted Boston sports enthusiast. He resides in Lafayette, Colorado, with his wife and three children and a graduate of Brandeis University.
MAX GRAVENDER
VICE PRESIDENT OF CLIENT SALES
Max Gravender is an innovative and dynamic individual who excels at solving problems. With over a decade of experience in sales and marketing across various industries, he brings a unique perspective to achieving objectives that drives growth for his organizations. Max is a graduate of California State University Channel Islands and enjoys spending his free time hiking and camping with his wife and son in California's national parks.
CARLOS ANCKERMAN
SENIOR SALES CONSULTANT
With over 20 years of experience, Carlos Anckermann has led successful marketing and communication campaigns, from developing strategies to executing tactics. He specializes in sales of datacenter, networking, cloud, software, SaaS, and professional services. Carlos combines his analytical skills with business acumen to drive sustainable revenue and profit growth. Carlos hails from Spain and enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter.
DAN SHIKIAR
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Dan Shikiar is a skilled entrepreneur, marketer, digital content creator, and sales leader with a proven track record of success. He founded and led ShieldSaver, Jiffy Auto Glass USA, and Jiffy Auto Spa to successful acquisitions, two of which were by publicly traded companies. Dan's expertise and interests lie in sales, marketing, branding, product positioning, business development, and business growth. He is also a devoted husband and father who enjoys golfing and spending time with his dog, and he divides his time between Arizona and Colorado.