“The alignment audit exposed gaps we couldn’t see. With the new operating system, we eliminated wasted spend and tripled campaign ROI.”
Alica S.
Fintech
"Moved us from reactive to proactive pretty quick! My CFO and I are more confident that marketing efforts connect directly to revenue."
Cassie C.
VP Marketing
"Before David, poor onboarding was hurting our revenue & valuation. Now, customers feel empowered from day one and it shows in LTV."
Charlie M.
CEO
You’re at a crossroads...
You can keep leaking cash on marketing that doesn’t move the needle. Watch competitors pass you by and struggle when you should be leading as CEO. Or,
Bring in leadership that turns every dollar into measurable, compounding growth.
Only 5 CEO Partnerships Open Per Quarter— Will You Be One?
Choose Your Transformation
Lead Your
Marketing Org
Step in as acting CMO. Drive meetings, decisions, and provide the executive guidance your team needs.
Align Sales & Marketing
Unite sales and marketing into one profit engine. Shared goals, seamless accountability, more deals closed.
Content That Converts
Build demand, thought leadership and SEO assets that fill pipeline and position you as the industry leader.
90-Day Plan & Systems
Get actionable strategies and scalable processes—no more random tactics, just predictable growth.
Done-for-You Outbound
We handle outbound strategy and execution. Target, engage, and book meetings with qualified prospects.
Install AI Workflows
Deploy AI for demand gen, content, and campaign optimization. Win while others lag behind.
Create a Unique Positioning
Craft messaging and value props that cut through the noise and resonate everywhere.
CRM
Automation
Turn your CRM into a revenue engine. Build always-on workflows to nurture and close leads automatically.
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Not a consultant.
I get Sh!t done.
I don’t do random acts of marketing. I build operating systems that drive compounding, measurable growth. Twenty years, 100+ brands—startups, Hollywood, enterprise tech. I fix fractured teams, embed brand purpose, and make results real. No shelfware. I align, install, and turn chaos into momentum.
Because I don’t just advise—I roll up my sleeves and own outcomes with you. I speak CEO, CMO, and CFO. I make marketing accountable to the numbers that matter.
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Shorter sales cycles / Higher pipeline velocity
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A brand people love
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Teams that finally row in the same direction
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Tools and workflow improvements
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Marketing that’s a profit center, not a cost
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Growth is intentional, not accidental. It starts with leadership, alignment, and a story that cuts through the noise. Marketing isn’t a department—it’s your growth engine.
$1B
Revenue
Delivered
+100
Companies Transformed
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Script a Story That Sells.
You’ve outgrown scattered marketing. Now it’s time for a narrative that unites your team, wins buyers and turns marketing busywork into measurable growth. I’m David Schafer. I've delivered $1B in revenue for 100+ companies—from ambitious startups to global brands like Dell, Adobe, PayPal, and Intuit. Now, I’m here to help you replace scattered tactics with a cohesive, trust-driven marketing engine that delivers growth.
David Schafer, Founder
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Bold Leadership Upstream.
Market Wins Downstream.
Every month, you’re bleeding $40K, $50K, even $100K in wasted spend and missed opportunity. Another agency or tool won’t fix it. You need executive-level leadership that aligns your teams, turning marketing from costly busywork into your #1 profit lever.
COURSE
Scripted to Scale
Video Course
Unlock the experience & frameworks I’ve used to build brands, align teams, and drive revenue at scale. Real-world leadership, insights, creative strategies and zero fluff.
Dave is a rare breed. He has an outstanding command of both creative and business strategy. From digital to TV and everything in between he has skillfully and artfully created success campaigns, whether it has been for overarching brand awareness to the launch of entertainment properties. Additionally, Dave manages teams with a great sense of autonomy. Top notch all the way.
Val - Vice President, Social Media and Brand Strategy at MGM