Founder/Director/producer/consultant
Dave Keaven Pavelich
With a wealth of experience in marketing and a passion for building nationally recognized brands, Dave Pavelich has solidified his position as a seasoned marketing executive. From media buying and brand positioning to content management and digital marketing, Dave has honed his skills while developing strategies for numerous corporations.
Dave achieved remarkable success as Vice-President of the Maximum Fighting Championship (MFC), one of North America's top Mixed Martial Arts organizations. He secured prestigious broadcast agreements with industry giants like Mark Cuban's HDNet, AXS TV, and Canadian syndicate TSN2. Under Dave's leadership, the MFC aired over 28 live events on television from 2007 to 2014. Even after the organization's sale, Dave's marketing career flourished as he took on the role of Creative Director at TM Consulting, a boutique corporate marketing firm.
During his tenure with The Mark Consulting, Dave provided clients with ambitious brand development through integrated marketing plans. He excelled in media buying, strategic product placement, SEO, social media management, and content creation for full-scale advertising campaigns across traditional and new media platforms.
Dave's next venture led him to Gateway Casinos and Entertainment, Canada's largest gaming corporation, where he served as Regional Marketing Manager. He spearheaded the launch of two new casinos, oversaw the development of a robust player rewards program, and successfully introduced over 10 dining units spanning from quick service to fine dining. In addition, Dave played a pivotal role in establishing a state-of-the-art live event center. His marketing prowess earned him recognition from the Gateway Corporate team, who entrusted him with directing and producing national TV commercials, propelling the company's advertising efforts to new heights. During this time, Dave's outstanding contributions also garnered him a humanitarian award for his work with the Children's Wish Foundation.
Driven by a desire to make a positive impact, Dave ventured into the health and hygiene industry as the Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Voran Group Ventures, a Canadian Nanotechnology firm specializing in innovative product manufacturing and distribution. He championed Canadian-made products, prioritizing the "Made-in-Canada" label to foster a stable supply chain and reduce the carbon footprint on a global scale.
Building on his vast experience and entrepreneurial spirit, Dave founded Conxeppt Ventures. This group of companies embodies Dave's vision of empowering perpetual progress by integrating strategic thinking, creative expertise, media influence, fashion, cultural awareness, and business consulting into clients' projects. Conxeppt's multifaceted approach equips individuals, businesses, and communities to thrive in an ever-evolving world.
Dave's drive and work ethic were deeply ingrained in him by his family's legacy. His grandfather, Matt Pavelich, is a Hockey Hall of Famer, while his uncle achieved four Stanley Cup victories with the Detroit Red Wings. Dave's father, Mark Pavelich, played a pivotal role in legalizing MMA in western Canada, paving the way for the sport's growth. Integrating psychology and philosophy into his creative advertising strategies, Dave's entrepreneurial mindset enables him to solve complex problems with elegant simplicity.
Dave Pavelich's commitment to empowering perpetual progress, exceptional marketing expertise, and ability to generate remarkable results make him a sought-after leader in the industry.