Jeff Kunowski graduated from Arizona State University in 2011 with a Business Degree as well as a W.P. Carey International Business Certificate. He was the recipient of several notable scholarships including the ASU Presidents Scholarship, The Crown Innovator Scholarship, and a member of the Rodel Scholars Program.
While attending school full time, Kunowski took part in 12 internships at various businesses and organizations in Phoenix, including: The Phoenix Suns, The Department of Justice: US Attorneys Office, Clear Channel Outdoor/Ellman Co., Karl Eller Design, Venture51, and numerous commercial and residential real estate companies.
While studying at ASU, Kunowski founded Illumin8 Outdoor Media, a signage company utilizing LED lighting to create innovative advertising and directional signage platforms. In 2010, Illumin8 was the recipient of a prestigious ASU Edson grant and was awarded $10,000 as well as office space and mentorship at ASU's Skysong facility.
After further product development, Kunowski approached his network with his products and the Phoenix Suns were the first to purchase.
In early 2012, Jeff Kunowski became business partners with Douglas Moss, a veteran in the sports business. The relationships Moss cultivated during his tenures in the sports and entertainment industry have helped bring Illumin8 to the next level.
Illumin8’s notable clients include: the MGM Grand, Panasonic North America, Livenation, the Phoenix Suns, the Arizona Diamondbacks, Levy Restaurants, TS Sports, Bluemedia, Maya Day and Night Club, American Valet, and others.
Jeff Kunowski was recently named one of AZ Central’s 2012 35 Entrepreneurs Under 35 for his success with Illumin8.
In 2013, Moss and Kunowski partnered to form MK Solutions Group, a provider of innovative technology solutions for sports and entertainment venues. Current partners of MK Solutions include: Panasonic North America, Cisco, TS Sports, Illumin8, and Faucet Impressions.
Sales Operations Analyst @ From January 2015 to Present (1 year) Sr. Vice President, Sales and Marketing @ MK Solutions Group focuses on providing comprehensive technology solutions for sports and entertainment venues. Our alliances with innovative technology providers allow us to tailor custom solutions for any size project. Our alliance partners include Panasonic North America, Cisco, TS Sports, Illumin8 Outdoor Media, Faucet Impressions, and goCharge. From May 2013 to Present (2 years 8 months) Founder @ Illumin8 Outdoor Media, LLC is an Arizona based company founded in 2010. The primary focus of Illumin8 is the development and commercialization of illuminated signage products. From February 2010 to Present (5 years 11 months) Marketing/Design Consultant @ Creation and implementation of custom marketing materials for small to large businesses including:
-Triwest Real Estate Advisors
- Arizona Multihousing Association
- 101 West Commercial and Development
- Don Bennett and Associates
- Cutler Commercial
- ASU Rodel Scholars Program
- IMS Medical Services
- Estrella Community College
- Cloudnine Public Relations
- DJ Joey T Disc Jockey Services From January 2009 to Present (7 years) Sports and Entertainment Consultant @ From January 2012 to December 2014 (3 years) Information Technologies @ Assisting with Network Systems, Troubleshooting, Data entry and processing.
Public Affairs.
Assisting with Press Release Editing, Press conference and media preparation. From May 2009 to January 2012 (2 years 9 months) Intern @ From May 2011 to August 2011 (4 months) Marketing Partnerships Intern @ Building of Client-Sponsor Proposals, Game and Event Activations, Client/Guest Relations. From April 2010 to October 2010 (7 months) Intern/Marketing Consultant @ From April 2010 to June 2010 (3 months) Marketing Intern @ From November 2009 to February 2010 (4 months) Intern/Consultant @ Contract basis work including: Designing of Marketing Materials, Market Research, Client Contact and Assistance, Data Analysis. From November 2008 to February 2010 (1 year 4 months) Intern @ Billboard Design, Creation and Implementation of Multimedia Sales and Sponsorship Proposals for Westgate Sports and Entertainment Group From July 2009 to January 2010 (7 months) Intern/Marketing Consultant @ From January 2009 to October 2009 (10 months) Intern/Marketing Consultant @ From January 2009 to May 2009 (5 months) Fitness Attendant @ Provided Customer Service, as well as Instruction in Use of Fitness Equipment. From October 2008 to April 2009 (7 months) Intern @ Assistance in Marketing Materials and Building Research, Financial Data Entry, Client Contact. From June 2008 to August 2008 (3 months)
Bachelor of Art, Integrative Studies with Business Concentration @ Arizona State University From 2007 to 2011 Jeffrey Kunowski is skilled in: Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Sponsorship, Sales, Facebook, Advertising, Event Management, Market Research, Online Advertising, Social Networking, Digital Marketing
Websites:
http://www.mksolutionsgrp.com