Bryan Wilks, BA,MBA

Bryan Wilks, BA, MBA has had a successful career in various leadership and management positions. Bryan currently serves as the CEO of FreeForm Agency, an Inc. 500 company that specializes in digital expertise, proprietary assets, and integrated partnerships to connect consumers with brands and services. Under their leadership, FreeForm has experienced significant growth and was ranked as the #456 fastest growing company in America in 2016.

Prior to their role at FreeForm, Bryan was the Vice President of Business Development Division at WestRock Company, where they worked closely with the executive team to expand the company's business through the creation and sale of new product innovations across multiple sectors. Before that, they held the position of Director of Flexible Packaging Division at Victory Packaging, one of the largest privately held packaging companies in the world.

Bryan's career also includes experience as a Director at Balcan Plastics, where they developed and executed strategic marketing plans and established a partnership with Illinois Tool Works, a leading international business corporation. Bryan has also served as a National Business Development Manager at Tyco, a Fortune 500 company, where they managed key accounts and ensured high levels of customer service.

Earlier in their career, Bryan worked as a National Account Manager at Allegis Group and as the Executive Director at Conservative Leadership PAC, where they coordinated legislative agendas and provided strategic direction. Bryan also worked as a Strategic Campaign Consultant for Rudy Izzard for US Congress and as an Assistant to the Chief of Staff for US Majority Leader Dick Armey.

Bryan holds a BA and an MBA, and their extensive work experience demonstrates their expertise in leadership, business development, marketing, and strategic planning.

Bryan Wilks holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Pre-Law Studies from Oklahoma Baptist University. Bryan also completed their Master of Business Administration degree at the Stanford University Graduate School of Business. Additionally, Bryan obtained a Master of Information Technology degree from Harvard University. In terms of certifications, Bryan has obtained numerous certifications from Facebook, including Instagram Ad Formats Certification, Instagram For Business Certification, Creative Hub Certification, Ad Auction & Delivery Certification, App Installs Certification, Connect & Engage With An Audience Using Facebook Live Certification, Drive Action In Store, Online, and Apps Certification, Drive Store Visits & In-Store Conversions Certification, Facebook & TV Certification, Facebook Pages Certification, Facebook for B2B Marketers Certification, Immersive Storytelling With Facebook 360 Certification, Instagram Certification, Lookalike Audiences Certification, Reach & Frequency Buying Certification, and Targeting Cores Audiences Certification. Moreover, Bryan acquired a CS50 certification from Harvard University and completed the Leadership Institute program offered by Media, Public Relations, and Leadership. Furthermore, they obtained Growth-Driven Design certifications from HubSpot.