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Sharon Lee Thony

Founder & CEOSLT Consulting

New York, NY

Skills

Entrepreunership
Marketing
Business Strategy

About

Sharon Lee Thony is a brand and marketing executive, with nearly two decades of experience creating award-winning marketing campaigns for travel, beauty, and luxury lifestyle brands. She is the founder and CEO of SLT Consulting, which was acquired by Fiverr in 2020. Sharon is passionate about changing the face of leadership and the future of work - and believes in creating opportunities for women and BIPOC professionals. She’s a mentor, advisor and investor in several innovative, female-led businesses. In her spare time, Sharon is co-host of Modern Minorities a Top 10 Podcast on society and culture, hosts Digital Marketing workshops at industry conferences and has taught over 1,000 classes and workshops in digital marketing as an Adjunct Professor at a number of Universities. She has earned a BA from New York University and an MBA from The Wharton School. She currently lives in Los Angeles with her husband, their two adorable sons, and their dog.

Published content

Is your business purpose propelling your company to thrive?

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18 leaders each discuss their company's mission statement and how passion plays a positive role in business branding overall. Launching and maintaining a successful business is not for everyone, but if you do decide to go for it, make sure it's a space that you are willing and able to put your heart and soul into for the long haul.  Whether you simply want to pay it forward and give back to the next generation of leaders based on your experience and knowledge, or there is a void to be filled in an underrepresented community, there are plenty of good reasons to add your brand's voice to the mix as a viable industry solution to address the latest client and customer pain points. If you're second-guessing your decision to be in business and your ability to make a real difference, 18 experts from Fast Company Executive Board explain what inspired their business ideas and mission statements. The passion these leaders demonstrate for what they're doing is motivational and plays a huge role in their approach to branding.

6 ways new tech can boost your creative team's collaborative efforts

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Here's how digital tools are helping leading business experts collab smarter. As technological innovations continue to evolve in today's digital landscape, the ability that companies now have to compete in the marketplace is more democratic. A brand's product design and image can make or break a consumer's decision.  There are a variety of tools currently available that are built to streamline the workflows of creative marketing teams and bridge communication gaps to make collaborative projects seamless. Below, six experts from Fast Company Executive Board weigh in on the role technology plays in enhancing a creative team's productivity.

20 strategies for fostering human connection in a virtual workplace

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Discover expert strategies for fostering meaningful connections and building a supportive virtual culture in the era of AI and remote work. With the rise of AI and an increasing number of employees working remotely, maintaining human connection within your team has never been more critical. Although technology provides remarkable tools for efficiency and productivity, it also presents challenges in preserving the personal touch that drives team cohesion and morale. Below, 20Fast Company Executive Board members share their best tips for encouraging human connection in a digital-first workplace. These strategies can help you create meaningful connections, encourage collaboration, and build a supportive virtual culture.

14 ways to strengthen communication between hybrid and remote teams 

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Implement these best practices to help employees thrive in every type of work environment. To enhance remote and hybrid communication in the workplace, it's important for leaders to avoid a one-size-fits-all method and engage with employees on an individual basis. This type of approach helps them understand their individual staff members' workstyle personalities and comfort levels. Planning special events or fun activities to bring co-workers closer is one of the best ways to increase team morale and encourage long-term connections. However, most stakeholders will agree that overscheduling meetings that could really be wrapped up in an email or direct message, is often overrated and results in unnecessary fatigue on everyone's part. Here, 14 experts from Fast Company Executive Board each offer their best perspective on how to strengthen the lines of communication and collaboration across departments at their organizations, whether people are returning to the office or still choosing to work from home.

20 tips to boost productivity with AI while managing its risks

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Start with internal pilot projects and develop robust measurement systems to get the most out of AI while mitigating risks. Many companies are using AI to increase efficiency and reduce costs. However, because this technology is still evolving, it can create disruptions in your organization's culture and workflow if not used effectively. Below, members of Fast Company Executive Board share their tips for using AI to increase growth while managing the potential risks involved. With a well-planned approach that focuses on organizational goals and measurements for success, your company can leverage AI sustainably to support your team.

Thinking about an adjunct teaching position? 16 factors to consider

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With the right structure, sharing business knowledge in the classroom can benefit seasoned working professionals and their students. Here's how to stay organized and energized while mentoring the next generation. If you are a business leader who is extremely passionate about your 9 to 5 duties, you may want to consider using your positive influence to encourage future professionals through an adjunct professorship role.  One of the biggest challenges—whether teaching in person or online—is how to avoid burnout from working all day and teaching after hours. But when it comes to managing work responsibilities and personal lifestyle, the experts from Fast Company Executive Board have got you covered and know how to strike the right balance. Here are 16 tips to make the experience less stressful and more rewarding.  

Company details

SLT Consulting

Company bio

SLT Consulting (SLTC) is a boutique digital marketing collective that partners with savvy businesses looking to scale their efforts in various integrated marketing channels for growth: social media, search marketing, website optimization, email marketing, digital performance, and brand strategy. Notable clients include Peloton, Warby Parker, sweetgreen, and Facebook.

Industry

Marketing & advertising

Area of focus

Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Brand Marketing

Company size

11 - 50