Swapnil Patel

Managing Director at Mckinney Ventures Inc

Swapnil Patel has a diverse work experience in various industries. Swapnil started their career as an Assitant Media Planner at Lowe New York, where they developed and maintained media plans for clients such as Johnson & Johnson and Valvoline. Swapnil then worked as a Media Planner at Universal McCann, where they planned and maintained local Spot TV, radio, and out-of-home activities for Lowe's Home Improvement.

Later, Swapnil joined Crispin Porter + Bogusky as a Group Media Director, managing clients such as Domino's, Kraft Macaroni & Cheese, and Jell-O. Swapnil embraced the agency's media agnostic approach and led a team of media supervisors and planners. Swapnil also worked as a Communication Planning Boot Camp Instructor at Miami Ad School, where they developed a curriculum and instructed advertising students.

In 2013, Swapnil co-founded Swades, a company that developed roll-up sunglasses with a unique wraparound design. Swapnil served as the Co-founder and President of the company for two years. Swapnil also worked as a Managing Director at McKinney, where they developed client partnerships, generated new business, recruited talented candidates, and managed the P&L for McKinney Media.

Additionally, Swapnil pursued their passion for writing and self-published a children's board book titled "Epi, You're My Best Friend" based on personal experiences with allergies and EpiPen. Swapnil became a Children's Book Author.

Overall, Swapnil Patel has extensive experience in media planning, client management, business development, and entrepreneurship, showcasing their versatility and adaptability in various roles and industries.

Swapnil Patel attended Ellenville High School from 1994 to 1998. Swapnil then pursued their higher education at the University of Michigan from 1998 to 2002, earning a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Economics and Sociology.

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  • Managing Director

    September, 2022 - present

  • Executive Director

    October, 2012

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