Steve Bangsund

About Steve Bangsund

Executive Community & Market Expansion Leader | CDO, CISO & AI Leadership Forums | Fortune 500 Partnerships | Summits, Sponsorship & Revenue Growth.I build places where senior leaders actually want to show up — and come back.For more than 20 years, I’ve worked at the intersection of technology, leadership, and growth, designing executive communities, leadership forums, and national and global programs for Chief Data Officers, CISOs, and AI leaders across Fortune 500 and high-growth organizations.My focus is simple: turn events and networks into trusted leadership platforms. I create environments where executives can benchmark strategy, share real-world challenges, and build meaningful peer relationships — not just exchange business cards.As a senior manager and director in startups and established organizations across tech, healthcare, and software, I’ve led teams responsible for new market development, executive recruitment, sponsorship strategy, and revenue forecasting, partnering closely with CEOs, COOs, and C-suite stakeholders to exceed growth targets and performance KPIs. I’m known for translating complex technology and business priorities into clear, executive-level conversations that drive action.I’ve launched new products, scaled national event platforms, and built high-performing teams that compete and win in crowded markets. My leadership style blends entrepreneurship, mentorship, and operational discipline — with a strong belief that the best communities are built on trust, consistency, and real value for their members.*Executive Communities & Leadership Forums (CDO, CISO, AI & Data Leaders)*Market Expansion & Strategic Partnerships*National & Global Summits, Roundtables & Private Dinners*Sponsorship Strategy, Revenue Growth & CRM Forecasting*Team Leadership, Coaching & Executive EngagementLet’s connect if you’re looking to build strategic alliances, executive communities, or leadership platforms that matter in the world of data, AI, cybersecurity, or enterprise transformation.Keywords: Executive Community Leader, CDO Community, CISO Network, AI Leadership Forums, Data & AI Events, Executive Summits, Market Expansion, Strategic Partnerships, Sponsorship Growth, Revenue Strategy, Fortune 500 Engagement, Leadership Programs, Board-Level Conversations, Peer Networks, Executive Roundtables, Tech Events, B2B Communities, Global Programs, CRM Forecasting, Startup Leadership, VP Programs, Head of Community, Director of Executive Engagement

Experience

1. Chief Growth Officer

   Vision Pay, Inc

   Jun 2023 — Present · Bend, OR, US

   AI driven Mobile app that works with Merchants to deliver real time notifications of buying habits in the Sustainability markets.

Education

• United States Army - Ft Knox, 19 Delta Training

  Honor Graduate, 19 Delta - Calvary Scout

  1983 — 1987

• United States Army - Armor Training Academy

  Top Honor Graduate, Calvary Scout - 19 Delta

  1983 — 1987

• US Army

  High School Diploma, 19 Delta - Calvary Scout

• Western Oregon University

  Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General

• Western Oregon University

  Bachelor's Degree, Business/Commerce, General

  1983 — 1985

Skills

• Sales Management
• Product Marketing
• Product Design
• Fitness
• Marketing Strategy
• Social Media Marketing
• Online Advertising
• Product Development
• Social Media
• Fashion
• Apparel
• Retail
• Action Sports
• Sales Process
• New Business Development
• Leadership
• Customer Service
• Event Planning
• Facebook
• Creative Direction
• Sports Marketing
• Sponsorship
• Copywriting
• Brand Awareness
• Direct Marketing
• Entrepreneurship
• Brand Development
• Email Marketing
• Sales
• SEO
• Online Marketing
• E-Commerce
• Customer Retention
• Event Management
• Web Analytics
• Digital Marketing
• Advertising
• Salesforce.com
• Marketing
• Google Adwords