Member Since 2017
Adam Mendler
The Veloz Group
Los Angeles Area
Adam Mendler is the Chief Executive Officer of The Veloz Group, where he co-founded and oversees ventures across a wide variety of industries: Beverly Hills Chairs, a leading office furniture e-tailer; Custom Tobacco, a one-of-a-kind cigar customization e-commerce platform; and Veloz Solutions, a technology consulting and software development practice. Adam remains active in each portfolio company, providing strategic guidance and support. Adam also provides business thought leadership as a contributor to and an expert cited in national media outlets; as a speaker to businesses, universities and non-profit organizations; and as an advisor and board member. Adam utilizes his professional, entrepreneurial and managerial background developed through a unique set of experiences. Adam worked for D.E. Shaw, then the largest hedge fund in the world, and Credit Suisse; for the strategic planning groups at William Morris Endeavor and Universal Pictures; at TWC Sports Management, a leading sports agency; and on a successful presidential primary campaign. Adam served as the Executive Producer of Virtually Israel; as a Strategic Partner and Advisor to Here Media; and as a consultant to the LAUSD. Adam is an advisor to the accelerator Fusion LA and to ScaleAbout, an Israeli software company. Adam graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Southern California, earning a B.S. in Business Administration and a B.A. in Political Science, and earned an M.B.A. from the UCLA Anderson School of Management, where he received the UCLA Anderson Fellowship Award. Adam serves as the Chairman of the USC Alumni Entrepreneurs Network; on boards for the USC Alumni Association, USC Marshall Innovations Conference, USC Casden Institute and Startup Grind USC; and as a founding member of the UCLA Anderson CEO Forum. A Los Angeles native and lifelong Angels fan, Adam loves sports, classic movies and TV, politics, physical fitness and backgammon.
SKILLS
- Leadership
- Business Management
- Public Speaking
RECENT CONTENT
February 11th, 2021
10 Important Pieces Of Leadership Advice That Will Always Be Relevant
Being a leader is more than running meetings and managing a team. It’s a skill that takes a lifetime to master, and there will always be room to grow as a mentor, coach and source of inspiration to your employees.
September 21st, 2020
Stressed Out? 15 Practical Actions to Combat Doubt, Fear and Anxiety
Today's world is more stressful than ever. The fast-paced, always-on environment many of us operate in is enough to cause anxiety among even the most organized leaders. Throw in the current global pandemic and an economic recession, and it's no surprise that many people are experiencing doubts and fears in their personal and professional lives.
September 15th, 2020
Feeling Unmotivated at Work? Here Are 11 Ways to Refuel Your Drive
Motivation works cyclically. There are moments when you feel as though you can take on the world, punctuated by moments when you feel like it makes no sense to do anything. If you've been feeling unmotivated at work recently, you're not alone. Workers worldwide go through the same moments of "boom and bust" when it comes to their motivation.
September 10th, 2020
12 E-Commerce Marketing Elements That Need to Change E-commerce marketing practices vary significantly based on industry, customer habits and what you’re selling, but there are some key aspects that stay the same across the entire sector. To stay relevant and competitive, businesses need to regularly review and adjust their e-commerce marketing strategies for optimal engagement and results. Here are 12 critical aspects of e-commerce marketing that are long due an overhaul.
August 18th, 2020
13 Characteristics of the Most Influential People
July 30th, 2020
10 Leadership Habits That Will Set A Great Example For Your Employees
Great leaders don’t simply tell their team what to do; they lead by example and “walk the talk.” Staff members are much more willing to listen to instructions and respect leadership if their boss is doing the same.
July 30th, 2020
12 Questions You Should Ask Customers During a Sale When making a sale, it is usually the customers who get to answer all the questions pertaining to the service or product they’re purchasing and to your business in general. But there are also key questions a business should ask a customer who is serious about making a purchase in order to better understand its target audience. Here are some of them:
July 13th, 2020
15 Essential Steps for Creating a Business Exit Strategy
July 1st, 2020
11 Entrepreneur-Recommended Tools for Your Next Online Meeting
In the age of remote work and social distancing, try these video conferencing tools for your company's online meetings.
June 30th, 2020
14 Quick and Easy Ways to Keep Up With Industry News
June 19th, 2020
27 Books for Success to Add to Your Summer Reading List
June 16th, 2020
11 Things Every Good Employee Referral Program Needs
An employee referral program is a win-win for you and your team. Referral candidates tend to be well-qualified, since they're pre-vetted by staff members you know and trust, and hiring referrals shows you value your employees' input. To help you build a great referral program, we asked the members of Young Entrepreneur Council the following question:
April 15th, 2020
Getting Over the Post-Holiday Season Slump: 13 Effective Techniques
Spending time alone and focusing on the year ahead are among the most effective strategies.
January 23rd, 2020
3 Lessons Entrepreneurs Can Learn From College Football Coach Ed Orgeron
Just like football season, the path to a successful business is anything but smooth.
January 13th, 2020
Feeling Down? 16 Ways To Remind Yourself Of Your Potential
Everyone feels down from time to time -- especially when you're dealing with the stress of running a business. Those negative feelings can make you question everything.
While it's OK to feel down, the best way to relieve that feeling is to actively seek out positive thoughts. That's why we asked Young Entrepreneur Council members what they do in moments of doubt to help remind them of their potential. Ask yourself the following questions to regain your confidence during a mental or emotional rut.
December 9th, 2019
11 Risk Management Tips For New Business Owners
Risk is often inherent in business, especially when you’re running your own. However, there are steps you can take to manage that risk.
As highly successful entrepreneurs in their industries, the members of Young Entrepreneur Council have learned a lot about effectively mitigating risk and minimizing its impact on their businesses. We asked them to share some practical tips for new business owners who are also new to risk management. Read on for their best answers.
September 25th, 2019
What Leaders Can Learn From NBA Agent Rich Paul
This powerful sports agent is disrupting the NBA landscape as we know it.
March 7th, 2019
How To Decide Whether To Fire A Client Or Customer
Not all business is good business, and sometimes the best strategic decision for your organization — and for your own sanity — is to fire a client or a customer.
January 18th, 2019
Why The Customer Is Always Right
It pays to make customer-centricity a core part of your business.
December 26th, 2018
How To Promote Without Being Promotional
Walk the fine line of actively promoting without being too promotional.
December 13th, 2018
What Business Leaders Can Learn From Leading A Volunteer Organization
What worked as the leader in one place may not work in another.
December 3rd, 2018
What Entrepreneurs Can Learn From A Bad Customer Service Experience
Mistakes are inevitable. It's how you respond to the mistake that counts.
November 27th, 2018
Takeaways From Winning And Losing
Great leadership is integral to the success of a company and winning team.
October 31st, 2018
What Business Leaders Should Know About Generation Z
Embrace the coming wave of Gen Z and everything it has to offer.
September 27th, 2018
What Leaders Can Learn From Sandra Day O'Connor
You don't need to be the titular head of your organization to yield the most influence.
September 18th, 2018
Three Strategic Sales Mistakes And How To Avoid Them
Focus on the right audience and differentiating your offering.
August 6th, 2018
What Leaders Can Learn From Pete Carroll
Tailor your leadership style to the people you are leading.
June 14th, 2018
Business Tips That Defy The Textbook
There are a few things class won't teach you.
August 31st, 2017
How To Transform Customers Into Brand Ambassadors
There is no magical formula to getting your first, second or third customer. But if you create a differentiated value proposition that resonates with your target market -- and deliver it consistently -- you have a business.
August 24th, 2017
The Power Of Mentorship: Lessons From Mike Trout, 'Moonlight' And Warren Buffett
Mentorship is, above all, a state of mind, and the mindset that facilitates greatness.
COMPANY INFO
The Veloz Group
The Veloz Group builds and operates technology-driven companies and applies advanced technology skills and creative, outside-the-box thinking to underserved markets. We own and operate e-commerce businesses Beverly Hills Chairs and Custom Tobacco and technology consulting firm Veloz Solutions; are actively incubating new technology ventures; and participate in strategic partnerships with both large and smaller entrepreneurial companies.
AREA OF FOCUS
- E-Commerce
- Retail
- Software
INDUSTRY
Retail