Deborah [deb] Schultz

Digital placemaker, Ecosystem builder, and Storyteller in New York City

Deborah [deb] Schultz

Digital placemaker, Ecosystem builder, and Storyteller in New York City

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My career is dedicated to building innovative programs and communities that advance human-centered engagement strategies across startups, nonprofits, and Fortune 500 companies. I've spent 20+ years seeing around corners—from pioneering blogging and online communities to architecting corporate social media frameworks at P&G that became industry standards. My work focuses on developing authentic connections between organizations and the people they serve, creating brand narratives, marketing strategies, and content that resonate across diverse audiences and drive measurable impact.

I have worn many hats in this quest: strategist, community builder, communications leader, writer, speaker, entrepreneur, consultant, analyst, and executive. The common thread? Transforming organizations through strategic storytelling and community-first approaches—whether leading post-9/11 civic revitalization efforts, developing go-to-market strategies for enterprise software companies, co-founding Yes & Yes Yes (achieving 50% YOY revenue growth), advising Fortune 500 companies on innovation, or strengthening nonprofit impact through mission-driven initiatives.