We're out here...blazing our own trails and making (big) moves to create a life that feels aligned, free, and fulfilling on our own terms.
I am here to help you plan and implement initiatives that unlock more flow and freedom in your business and life.
I am a community builder, entrepreneur, expat, and strategist. My career spans agencies, corporate, entrepreneurship, and media.
I started in radio advertising sales at Clear Channel Communications (now iHeart Radio) then media buying at an advertising agency, where I was honored as the Best Negotiator for securing best rates and deals for clients.
From there, I moved into corporate program management where I honed skills in business development and strategic planning. Throughout my career - I have developed company-wide training programs, implemented backend workflows to improve operations, and spearheaded technology transitions - including launching a digital training platform that saved $355K USD annually.
After a corporate layoff in 2016, I realized it was time to break out of the so-called “box” and design a life that felt more free. That decision led me to my life-changing move to Thailand, which was also my first trip abroad.
At the time, I didn't know much about Southeast Asia or have any examples of people in my life who had made a leap across the world. While packing for my move, I started an employee resource group for foreigners onboarding at the Thai company I was hired at (so that me and others moving abroad for the first time felt supported and would actually go through with the move). I also launched a meetup group for Black expats that has evolved into destination and relocation services.
Overall, I specialize in maximizing resources so we can be our best selves.
I'm passionate about curating resources and spaces that empower us to thrive in our journeys.
Best Negotiator/Media Buyer, Ad Results Media
Best New Member Award, Public Relations Society of America Dallas
100 Inspiring Women Travel Founders, Travel Massive
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor in Advertising (Honors), University of Texas at Austin
HubSpot Email Marketing, Inbound Marketing, and Inbound Sales
LinkedIn Leading a Marketing Team
Mighty Networks Community Design
OBM School (Online Business Management)
PROFICIENT IN:
AI | Asana | Buffer | Canva | ClickUp | Cloudflare | Constant Contact | ConvertKit | Discord | Flodesk | FreshSales | Global Distribution Systems (GDS) | GoHighLevel CRM | GA4 Google Analytics | Google Search Console | Google Workspace | Hootsuite | HubSpot | Human Design | Jasper | LastPass | Later | Mailchimp | Mailerlite | Mighty Networks | Notion | Planable | Rallio | Salesforce | Slack | Squarespace | Telegram | Tern | Travefy | TravelJoy | Trello | Wave | Wix | WordPress | Zapier | Zoho | And more...
I was born and raised in Houston, Texas. 🤘🏾
I have been a big sister since the age of 6 years old when my parents informed me that we would be welcoming my little sister soon. This role has played a big part in my approach to life and leadership.
I competed on award-winning step & drill teams when I was younger. I most enjoyed the team camaraderie and the BOSS energy we demanded when our team stepped in the building!
I implemented a $0.50 pizza rolls deal at a Pizza Hut located on a college campus during an internship that became the location's highest selling day of the week. 💰
My first name is Victoria. I rebranded to "Tori" and @toritalks when I moved to Thailand.
I modeled for stock photos in Thailand that my family and friends sometimes spot me in, from their company decks to onboarding materials.
Some of the brands I've worked with: Fox TV, Live Nation, Netflix, Kolour In The Park Music Festival and Bangkok Basketball League. I was also a part of the community to help bring together Black expats and book extras for a Spike Lee film in Thailand!
