E.L. Valentine’s extensive background in performance and storytelling provides a unique foundation for his strategic business services by blending creative ideation with practical business intelligence. His experience as an award-winning storyteller across marketing, journalism, and public speaking allows him to bring "creative chops" to branding and business strategy that go beyond standard execution,,.
His strategic services are enhanced by several key factors derived from his diverse history:
• Collaborative and Holistic Thinking: Having co-founded projects like "True Story"—which combined short stories with live music—and performed off-Broadway, Valentine has developed what colleagues call "collaborative muscles",. Instead of merely executing tasks, he "thinks with" clients to refine public-facing brands and streamline internal workflows, bringing structure and clarity to disorganized business areas.
• Psychological and Philosophical Depth: His academic background at UCLA, where he earned degrees in Philosophy and Psychology, informs his approach to marketing and business intelligence,. This educational foundation likely aids in understanding consumer behavior and crafting messaging that resonates on a deeper level.
• Multidisciplinary Communication Skills: Valentine’s career began with writing "fake news" jokes for Saturday Night Live's Weekend Update and evolved into technical roles such as Medical Copywriter and Lead Messaging Strategist,. This range allows him to adapt his writing and editing skills to various industries, from arts and nonprofits to tech-heavy sectors,.
• High-Stakes Presentation and Messaging: His experience as a TEDxBoise speaker and a performer at the Treefort Music Festival demonstrates an ability to command attention and communicate complex ideas effectively,. These performance skills translate into a "savvy business sense" that helps entrepreneurs build their brands from the ground up with consistency and impact.
By integrating his history in journalism, AI implementation, and public speaking, Valentine offers a comprehensive suite of services that help businesses move from struggling with organization to achieving real and measurable results in their brand development.