Deven Cao

Deven Cao has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning over many years. Deven started their career in 2003 at the Young Men Christian Association, where they held various roles such as a Camp Counselor, Assistant Director, and Teen Council Leader. During their time there, they founded two teen centers, established enrichment programs, and received recognition for their commissioned artworks and painted murals.

In 2006, Deven co-founded Zoomyduke Design, a graphic and web design business. Deven identified unmet needs in underserved markets, attracted clients by educating them about web exposure and online marketing strategies, and increased sales for clients through effective web campaigns and graphic designs. Deven continued to work at Zoomyduke Design until 2010.

Following this, Deven joined Wag Hotels in 2007 as an Operations Manager. In this role, they developed strategic solutions to improve company operations, attracted new clients through the development of marketing materials and delivered positive experiences for clients and guests. Deven also revamped the company's branding and created advertisements that appeared in major publications. Deven worked at Wag Hotels until 2010.

In 2010, Deven took on the role of Creative Director at Materiell | Web Design and Development. Deven translated client needs into innovative solutions, planned and communicated design goals to creative and development teams, and led as the in-house front-end designer on the WordPress platform.

In 2011, Deven became an Independent Graphics Contractor at Burrill & Company. Deven worked with the media department to produce visual-rich reports and print and digital advertisements. Deven also maintained and updated presentation decks, pitchbooks, fact sheets, web presence, and brand assets. Deven worked at Burrill & Company until 2014.

Finally, Deven worked as the Director of Business Development at Boardwalk from 2010 to 2011. In this role, they developed and implemented inspection guidelines, followed up on customer interactions, and created marketing materials for all Boardwalk Cars franchises.

Overall, Deven Cao has gained valuable experience in web design and development, graphics, business development, operations management, and leadership throughout their career.

Deven Cao's education history includes attending the California College of the Arts, where they studied Industrial Design and Architecture. Additionally, Deven also attended City College of San Francisco, where they pursued studies in Business Administration and Marketing.