Proven CMO Leadership
I don't just advise—I execute. With 2 successful exits, 50+ brands scaled, and partnerships with some of the biggest names in business, my track record speaks for itself.
What sets me apart? I've been in the trenches. I've built companies from the ground up, navigated market shifts, and scaled brands to eight figures. When you work with me, you're not getting theory—you're getting battle-tested strategies that have proven their worth in the real world.
As a fractional CMO, I bring enterprise-level marketing leadership to your business without the enterprise-level overhead. Whether you're scaling to seven figures or pushing past eight, I've been there, and I know what it takes.
The Journey
From IBM to AI-powered marketing—a 20+ year evolution of innovation, partnership, and success.
Corporate Foundation
1999IBM Global Networks
Network Engineer managing Fortune 500 companies' network infrastructure globally. Cisco Certified Network Professional.
Corporate Foundation
IBM Global Networks
Network Engineer managing Fortune 500 companies' network infrastructure globally. Cisco Certified Network Professional.
Real Estate Foundation
Schaaf & Vitorillo Group
Co-founded real estate brokerage with Gary Schaaf, a board-certified business litigation attorney and managing shareholder of Becker & Poliakoff's Tampa Bay office, alongside Josephine Schaaf. Featured on HGTV as a Tampa Bay Real Estate Expert on "My House is Worth What?" hosted by Kendra Todd, winner of Donald Trump's The Apprentice. Named Top 50 Real Estate Marketing Blogger by International Listings.
Real Estate Foundation
Schaaf & Vitorillo Group
Co-founded real estate brokerage with Gary Schaaf, a board-certified business litigation attorney and managing shareholder of Becker & Poliakoff's Tampa Bay office, alongside Josephine Schaaf. Featured on HGTV as a Tampa Bay Real Estate Expert on "My House is Worth What?" hosted by Kendra Todd, winner of Donald Trump's The Apprentice. Named Top 50 Real Estate Marketing Blogger by International Listings.
Digital Marketing Pioneer
2010TargetBlaze & AIVA
Founded AIVA. Co-founded TargetBlaze with Rob Kaplan. Received invaluable advisory from Len Schutzman, who brings over 25 years of experience at PepsiCo, including roles as SVP & Treasurer, CFO of Pepsi Cola International, and CFO of Frito Lay and Taco Bell. Secured high-end client referrals from Len's extensive network.
Digital Marketing Pioneer
TargetBlaze & AIVA
Founded AIVA. Co-founded TargetBlaze with Rob Kaplan. Received invaluable advisory from Len Schutzman, who brings over 25 years of experience at PepsiCo, including roles as SVP & Treasurer, CFO of Pepsi Cola International, and CFO of Frito Lay and Taco Bell. Secured high-end client referrals from Len's extensive network.
Health Tech Exit
Tierra Science Global
Co-founded with Mark Rosales. Developed health supplements supporting peak bio-energy levels and QRC products for everyday health and wellness. Acquired by publicly traded Freedom Leaf Inc. (OTC: FRLF) in 2018.
Health Tech Exit
Tierra Science Global
Co-founded with Mark Rosales. Developed health supplements supporting peak bio-energy levels and QRC products for everyday health and wellness. Acquired by publicly traded Freedom Leaf Inc. (OTC: FRLF) in 2018.
E-Commerce Excellence
2019Digital Starship & 11 Hands
Co-founded with Dan Hollings, who previously co-founded Rapid Crush with Jason Fladlien. Managed brands generating over $1M monthly in e-commerce sales. Marc and Dan's expertise includes $300M+ in Amazon sales and helping more than 20,000 Amazon sellers succeed.
E-Commerce Excellence
Digital Starship & 11 Hands
Co-founded with Dan Hollings, who previously co-founded Rapid Crush with Jason Fladlien. Managed brands generating over $1M monthly in e-commerce sales. Marc and Dan's expertise includes $300M+ in Amazon sales and helping more than 20,000 Amazon sellers succeed.
Performance Brand Exit
BodyCor
Co-founded BodyCor with TJ Hoban (actor from It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, featured on 100+ fitness magazine covers). Built a premium performance brand that was acquired by Limitless, co-owned by Floyd Mayweather.
Performance Brand Exit
BodyCor
Co-founded BodyCor with TJ Hoban (actor from It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, featured on 100+ fitness magazine covers). Built a premium performance brand that was acquired by Limitless, co-owned by Floyd Mayweather.
Unified Innovation
2022AIVA Agency (Founder)
As Founder, consolidated all departments under one unified brand. Specialized divisions for marketing, design, advertising, e-commerce, and AI integration. A complete evolution of two decades of expertise, now serving 500+ small businesses with AI-driven strategy.
Unified Innovation
AIVA Agency (Founder)
As Founder, consolidated all departments under one unified brand. Specialized divisions for marketing, design, advertising, e-commerce, and AI integration. A complete evolution of two decades of expertise, now serving 500+ small businesses with AI-driven strategy.
Notable Achievements
Two decades of strategic partnerships, successful exits, and consistent execution at scale.
Tony Robbins #1 Affiliate
Top online affiliate for "Unleash The Power Within". Owned UnleashThePowerWithin.com for 6+ years, leveraging $500 per sale.
Tierra Science Exit
Co-founded with Mark Rosales. Successfully exited to publicly traded company in 2018.
BodyCor Performance Brand
Co-founded with TJ Hoban (actor from It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, 100+ fitness magazine covers). Sold to Limitless (co-owned by Floyd Mayweather) in 2021.
Elite Mastermind Network
Member of Digital Marketing and Smart Marketer masterminds alongside founders of Boom Beauty, LifeBoost Coffee, Dollar Shave Club, and other multi-million dollar brands.
Community Leadership
Beyond business, Marc has been deeply involved in Tampa Bay's community organizations.
Philippine-American Chamber of Commerce
Executive Vice President
2008
Organized to support the Filipino-American community in Tampa Bay, advancing the business community economically and socially. Creating a pool of resources from which to draw ideas, energy, and resources to help Filipino-American start or grow their business.
Tampa Bay International Business Council
Vice President & Board of Director
2009–2010
Promotes economic growth of Tampa Bay by connecting diverse and binational business communities with mainstream business. Supporting international trade by connecting regional businesses with binational Chambers of Commerce and Trade Associations with global experience.
Bacchus For Charity
Board of Director
2011–2016
A charitable foundation whose goal is to aid charitable organizations through the planning and execution of extraordinary, memorable, one-of-a-kind fundraising events. Creating stress-free events for client organizations by handling all details and maximizing financial benefit.
The AIVA Ecosystem
One unified marketing system replacing scattered freelancers and disconnected tools.
SPECIALIZED DEPARTMENTS
AIVA
AIVA.ph
Your all-in-one marketing powerhouse uniting strategy, creative, and execution under one roof.
Marketers
Marketers.ph
Expert-led campaigns across paid, social, and email that drive measurable revenue growth.
Website Designers
WebsiteDesigners.ph
High-converting websites, landing pages, and funnels engineered to turn visitors into buyers.
AI Agents
AIAgents.ph
Custom AI solutions and chatbots that automate workflows and scale customer support 24/7.
Digital Starship
DigitalStarship.com
Multi-platform e-commerce management and growth across Amazon, Shopify, Walmart, and more.
Retail Starship
RetailStarship.com
Done-for-you retail placement into America's biggest chains—Walmart, Costco, Best Buy, and more.
PROPRIETARY SOFTWARE & TOOLS
Trusted by 500+ small businesses worldwide
Ready to Scale Your Business?
Whether you need a fractional CMO, growth strategy, or a partner who's been there and done that—let's talk about taking your business to the next level.
Get in touch
marc@aivaagency.com