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Phoenix Rising Executive team
David M. Southern, Director of Sales & Marketing
David Southern, CEO of Phoenix Rising. LTD. is a proven leader in the contract manufacturing industry with track record of creating and scaling brands that collectively generate over 15 million in annual revenue. With an expertise in sales, marketing, and building strategic partnerships. He excels at ideation and execution while leveraging a vast network of business to business and online creativity to move you help scale your company
Grace Deng, Director of Operations
Grace strives for perfection for ourselves and our clients. She has been in contract manufacturing of over a decade, forges tight relationships ensuring process, and sign-off by your client to ensure continuity of the relationship.
Dante Davis, Director of Lifestyle & Celebrity Branding
Dante Davis is a visionary leader with over 20 years of experience in marketing, entertainment, and sports, known for crafting impactful campaigns and initiatives across philanthropy, technology, sports, and music. With exceptional business acumen, he has negotiated and closed over $50 million in deals, solidifying his reputation as a trusted industry leader. Dante’s innovative strategies, adaptability to evolving trends, and dedication to fostering meaningful partnerships make him a driving force in executing transformative projects that resonate with audiences and achieve measurable success
Thomas "Joe" Mateas, Managing Director of Technical Services
With over 25 years of experience as a Master Technical Advisor and Consultant, Joe Mateas brings unmatched expertise in cannabis extraction system design, advanced plumbing engineering, and technical infrastructure solutions. His career spans hands-on innovation and high-level consulting, guiding projects from concept through execution with a focus on efficiency, compliance, and long-term reliability. Recognized for his ability to bridge complex technical requirements with practical, real-world applications, he provides clients with solutions that are both cutting-edge and cost-effective.
