Colleen Brown
Chief Executive Officer at SPARK NETWORKS INC
Net worth: 612 028 $ as of 2024-05-30
Profile
Colleen Birdnow Brown founded Marca Global LLC in 2010, where she is working as Chairman & Chief Executive Officer from 2010 and Brownsters LLC in 2015, where she worked as Principal.
Ms. Brown also founded The Mobile500 Alliance, where she is working as Chairman.
Ms. Brown also currently works at Spark Networks, Inc., as Chief Executive Officer from 2023, TrueBlue, Inc., as Independent Director from 2014, Big 5 Sporting Goods Corp., as Independent Director from 2019, and various other companies.
Ms. Brown also formerly worked at Fisher Communications, Inc., as President, Chief Executive Officer & Director from 2005 to 2013, Belo Corp., as President & Chief Executive Officer-C-Suite from 2000 to 2004, Spark Networks SE, as Chairman & Chief Executive Officer from 2023 to 2024, and various other companies.
Ms. Brown received her undergraduate degree in 1979 from the University of Dubuque and Masters Business Admin degree in 1981 from the University of Colorado Boulder.
Known holdings in public companies
Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
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TRUEBLUE, INC.
0.14% | 2024-03-10 | 41,904 ( 0.14% ) | 452 563 $ | 2024-05-30 |
2024-06-04 | 45,951 ( 0.20% ) | 159 450 $ | 2024-05-30 | |
SPARK NETWORKS SE
0.06% | 2023-03-21 | 1,500 ( 0.06% ) | 15 $ | 2024-04-29 |
Colleen Brown active positions
Companies | Position | Start |
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TRUEBLUE, INC. | Director/Board Member | 2014-06-29 |
BIG 5 SPORTING GOODS CORPORATION | Director/Board Member | 2019-08-20 |
SPARK NETWORKS INC | Chief Executive Officer | 2023-07-06 |
Aspen Global Leadership Network | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
The Committee of 200
The Committee of 200 Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Committee of 200 operates as a membership organization for women entrepreneurs and corporate innovators. | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
IntellaSphere, Inc.
IntellaSphere, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services IntellaSphere, Inc. provides digital marketing services. The company is headquartered in Bellevue, WA. | Director/Board Member | - |
The Aspen Institute, Inc.
The Aspen Institute, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Aspen Institute operates an institution that fosters leadership skills and open-minded dialogue. It conducts seminars, policy programs, conferences and leadership development initiatives, the Institute and its international partners seek to promote nonpartisan inquiry. The company was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Washington, DC. | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Marca Global LLC
Marca Global LLC Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services Marca Global LLC engages in the provision of outsourced digital marketing solutions. It offers services relating to reputation management, personal branding, privacy services, and reputation station. The company was founded by Colleen Birdnow Brown, Ryan Russo, and Logan Chierotti in 2010 and is headquartered in Greenwood Village, CO. | Chief Executive Officer | 2009-12-31 |
Spring Rock Venture Partners I LP
Spring Rock Venture Partners I LP Financial ConglomeratesFinance Part of Spring Rock Capital LLC, Spring Rock Venture Partners I LP provides investment services. The company is based in Western Springs, IL. | Director/Board Member | - |
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Training of Colleen Brown
University of Dubuque | Undergraduate Degree |
University of Colorado Boulder | Masters Business Admin |
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Linked companies
Listed companies | 6 |
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LEE ENTERPRISES, INCORPORATED | Consumer Services |
TEGNA INC. | Consumer Services |
TRUEBLUE, INC. | Commercial Services |
SPARK NETWORKS SE | Technology Services |
DALLASNEWS CORPORATION | Consumer Services |
BIG 5 SPORTING GOODS CORPORATION | Retail Trade |
Private companies | 31 |
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DataSphere Technologies, Inc.
DataSphere Technologies, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services DataSphere Technologies, Inc. provides marketing solutions services. It offers local marketing package, mobile marketing, localsaver, high definition videos, multilocation, auto repair and dental marketing solutions. The company was founded by Ted Bremer, Alok Sinha, Anil H.P. Pereira in 2006 and is headquartered in Bellevue, WA. | Technology Services |
Belo Corp.
Belo Corp. Publishing: NewspapersConsumer Services Belo Corp. owns and operates daily newspapers. It owns and manages the various websites associated with these properties and other niche products. The firm also owns and operates commercial printing, distribution, and direct mail service businesses. In addition, it owns and operates television stations and cable news channels. The company was founded in 1842 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX. | Consumer Services |
United Way of King County
United Way of King County Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services United Way of King County is a non-profit organization, which provides rental assistance, educational solutions, and financial support. Its programs include Jobs Connect, Streets to Home, Home Base, ParentChild+, Reconnecting Youth, Bridge to Finish, and Free Tax. The company was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA. | Commercial Services |
The Mobile500 Alliance
The Mobile500 Alliance BroadcastingConsumer Services The Mobile500 Alliance is a private company that focuses on mobile technology. The company is based in Alexandria, VA. The company uses cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize user experience. The company was founded by Colleen Birdnow Brown. | Consumer Services |
Open Mobile Video Coalition | |
Port Blakely Cos., Inc.
Port Blakely Cos., Inc. Forest ProductsNon-Energy Minerals Port Blakely Cos., Inc. operates logging operations, builds houses, and provides civil engineering services. The company was founded in 1864 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA. | Non-Energy Minerals |
Washington Roundtable
Washington Roundtable Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Washington Roundtable works to affect positive change on public policy issues that are most important to supporting state economic vitality and fostering opportunity. Its work includes sharing news and analysing policy developments. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA. | Commercial Services |
Women Corporate Directors
Women Corporate Directors Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Women Corporate Directors is a membership organization of women directors of public and large private companies. The non-profit company is based in New York, NY and has subsidiaries in Italy. The company was founded by Mary Beth Vitale, Véronique Morali, Linda Eskind Rebrovick, Deborah A. Peacock, and Darcy A. Howe. The CEO is Susan C. Keating. | Commercial Services |
Aberdeen Media Corp. | |
Fisher Communications, Inc.
Fisher Communications, Inc. BroadcastingConsumer Services Fisher Communications, Inc. was a communications and integrated media company. It focused on creating, aggregating, and distributing information and entertainment to a broad range of audiences. The company operates television stations, which included network affiliations with ABC, CBS, FOX, Univision and CW. Fisher Communications also owned and operated Fisher Interactive Network, its online division and Fisher Pathways, a satellite and fiber transmission provider. The company operated its business though the following segments: Television and Radio. The Television segment included the operations of the company's owned and/or operated television stations and its developing media business. The Radio segment included the operations of the company's radio stations. Fisher Communications was founded on April 4, 1910 and was headquartered in Seattle, WA. | Consumer Services |
Newport Board Group LLC
Newport Board Group LLC Investment ManagersFinance Newport Board Group LLC is a professional service advisory firm. The private company is based in San Francisco, CA. The CEO of the company is Kevin Poole. | Finance |
American Apparel, Inc.
American Apparel, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services American Apparel, Inc. manufactures, distributes and retails fashion basic apparel products. The company was founded by Dov Charney in 1997 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA. | Distribution Services |
Delta Dental of Washington
Delta Dental of Washington Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Delta Dental of Washington provides dental plan products and related administrative services. The firm operates through employer-sponsored programs and does not offer coverage plans to individuals. The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA. | Health Services |
National Association of Corporate Directors (Virginia)
National Association of Corporate Directors (Virginia) Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services National Association of Corporate Directors provides online and print information services to directors of public companies. It offers in-boardroom education, evaluation, governance reviews, board composition and succession planning, board recruitment, ongoing advisory, insights, and analytics services. The company was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in Arlington, VA. | Commercial Services |
The International Women's Forum
The International Women's Forum Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Part of Leadership Foundations, The International Women's Forum is a women's forum membership organization. The company is based in Washington. The American company was founded in 1974 by Maureen A. Kindel, Elinor Guggenheimer. Stephanie Mathews O'Keefe has been the CEO of the company since 2016. The International Women's Forum was acquired by Leadership Foundations on January 01, 2021. | Commercial Services |
KUSA-TV | |
Career Builders of Louisiana
Career Builders of Louisiana Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Career Builders of Louisiana provides research and development consulting services. Its services include marketing and recruiting, research and development, curriculum enhancements, developing strategic alliances and partnerships and workforce development consultation and solutions. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA. | Commercial Services |
Cars.com LLC
Cars.com LLC Commercial Printing/FormsCommercial Services Cars.com LLC operates an online destination for car shoppers. It offers information from experts and consumers to help buyers formulate opinions on what to buy, where to buy and how much to pay for a car. The firm also offers new and used vehicle listings, photo galleries, videos, unbiased editorial content and other resources. The company was founded by Mitch Golub, William Swislow and Alex Vetter in 1998 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL. | Commercial Services |
Aspen Global Leadership Network | |
12 News
12 News Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services 12 News is an online platform that engages in news activities. The private company is based in Phoenix, AZ. | Technology Services |
WFMY News 2 | |
Brownsters LLC
Brownsters LLC Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Brownsters LLC provides internet technology solutions. The company was founded by Colleen Birdnow Brown on June 22, 2015 and is headquartered in Castle Rock, CO. | Technology Services |
Internet Properties Group, Inc.
Internet Properties Group, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Internet Properties Group, Inc. provides Internet software services. It also engages in the acquisition, development, and sale of software through revenue generating Internet websites. The company is headquartered in Beverly Hills, CA. | Technology Services |
The Committee of 200
The Committee of 200 Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Committee of 200 operates as a membership organization for women entrepreneurs and corporate innovators. | Commercial Services |
IntellaSphere, Inc.
IntellaSphere, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services IntellaSphere, Inc. provides digital marketing services. The company is headquartered in Bellevue, WA. | Commercial Services |
The Aspen Institute, Inc.
The Aspen Institute, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Aspen Institute operates an institution that fosters leadership skills and open-minded dialogue. It conducts seminars, policy programs, conferences and leadership development initiatives, the Institute and its international partners seek to promote nonpartisan inquiry. The company was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Washington, DC. | Commercial Services |
Marca Global LLC
Marca Global LLC Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services Marca Global LLC engages in the provision of outsourced digital marketing solutions. It offers services relating to reputation management, personal branding, privacy services, and reputation station. The company was founded by Colleen Birdnow Brown, Ryan Russo, and Logan Chierotti in 2010 and is headquartered in Greenwood Village, CO. | Technology Services |
Spring Rock Venture Partners I LP
Spring Rock Venture Partners I LP Financial ConglomeratesFinance Part of Spring Rock Capital LLC, Spring Rock Venture Partners I LP provides investment services. The company is based in Western Springs, IL. | Finance |
Spark Networks, Inc.
Spark Networks, Inc. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Spark Networks, Inc. engages in the operation of online platform designed to build community. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Consumer Services |
Zeronox Holdings, Inc.
Zeronox Holdings, Inc. Motor VehiclesConsumer Durables Zeronox Holdings, Inc. is a clean energy technology company, which engages in the provision of electrification products and services for the off-highway electric vehicles market. The company is headquartered in Porterville, CA. | Consumer Durables |
Boeing Employees Credit Union
Boeing Employees Credit Union Savings BanksFinance Boeing Employees Credit Union provides financial services. It provides savings and checking, telephone banking, bill payments, external transfers, and home equity loans. The company was founded in 1935 and is headquartered Tukwila, WA. | Finance |
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