Ben Valentin's Portfolio

Hi, I'm Ben 👋
US Marine turned tech entrepreneur. Passionate about building things and solving problems. Strategic thinker with a track record of consistently hitting ambitious goals.
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About

Experienced entrepreneur and strategic thinker with a background in software engineering, sales, and marketing. As a United States Marine, I am committed to achieving results and consistently hitting goals. I have founded and led multiple startups, including ValCinema, WedLaunch, and FilmFlow, where I built innovative products and grew revenues past $1M annually. My technical skills include Typescript, React/Next.js, and Python, among others. I thrive in fast-paced environments and excel in product management, agile development, team leadership, and operational management.

Work Experience

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    WedLaunch

    Founder & CEO
    Wedding vendor marketing agency.
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    Valentin Solutions

    Founder & CEO
    Valentin Solutions helps business owners implement AI solutions into their business.
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    United States Marine Corps

    Infantry
    Served 5 years in the United States Marine Corps Infantry, gaining extensive training and experience in various operational environments.
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    Copy Elite

    Fractional COO
    Implemented operational systems and growth strategies as a temporary COO, focusing on team efficiency and sales optimization.
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    FilmFlow, Inc

    Founder & CEO
    FilmFlow is an AI tech startup that allows filmmakers to write their screenplay with AI.
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    GetDoctor

    Head of Growth
    GetDoctor is a medical tech startup focused on improving the patient intake experience.
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    Metz-Kelly Holdings

    Director of Operations
    Metz-Kelly Holdings is a national multi-family real estate investment firm focused on innovative property acquisition systems.
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    Band of Coders

    Head of Growth
    Band of Coders is a global software development firm
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    ValCinema

    Founder & CEO
    ValCinema is a national wedding photo + video company.
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    Coast to Coast Linens

    Director of Operations
    Coast to Coast Linens is a national commercial linens company.

Education

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    Florida School of Discipleship (Masters Commission)

    Studied Music & Leadership
    Masters Commission is a hands-on discipleship training school where I studied music, leadership, and management while traveling nationally with a worship band.

Skills

Personality

Myers Briggs

The Visionary
ENTJ-A

Strategic leaders with a drive for innovation and achievement.

Strategic
Confident
Efficient
Charismatic
Decisive

Enneagram

The Maverick
8 Wing 7

Confident and assertive individuals who seek challenges and protect others.

Assertive
Protective
Energetic
Adventurous
Self-confident

Disc Assessment

The Driver
High D, Low I

Results-oriented problem-solvers who thrive on challenges and direct action.

Direct
Results-oriented
Decisive
Competitive
Independent

Fun Facts

I completed a 100k ultramarathon and a 140-mile Ironman triathlon.

I joined the military at the age of 26.

I am one of seven siblings, with three brothers and three sisters.

I grew up on a farm in Tennessee.

I am the designated sourdough baker in my family.

I initially studied music before transitioning to business.

My Projects

Check out my latest work

I've worked on a variety of projects, from simple websites to complex web applications. Here are a few of my favorites.

  • FilmFlow 2.0

    FilmFlow 2.0

    FilmFlow is an AI-powered script writing platform for YouTubers.

    Next.js
    Vite
    React
    Typescript
    PostgreSQL
    Supabase
    Tailwind
    Stripe
    Shadcn UI
  • Bengal's Hope

    Bengal's Hope

    Bengal's Hope is a non-profit serving West Bengal, India since 2014.

    Next.js
    Vite
    React
    Typescript
    PostgreSQL
    Supabase
    Tailwind
    Stripe
    Shadcn UI
  • Georgia Movement

    Georgia Movement

    Designed and implemented a web application for Georgia Movement to manage their discipleship events and digital discipleship training.

    Next.js
    Vite
    React
    Typescript
    PostgreSQL
    Supabase
    Tailwind
    Stripe
    Shadcn UI
  • The Copy Elite

    The Copy Elite

    Designed and deployed a custom-code marketing website that allows the administration team to update data dynamically using Airtable.

    Next.js
    Tailwind
    Typescript
    Airtable
    ClickUp
    GoHighLevel
    Shadcn UI
    NextUI
    Magic UI
  • Sound Enterprises

    Sound Enterprises

    Designed and deployed a custom-code marketing website that allows the administration team to update data dynamically using Airtable.

    Next.js
    Tailwind
    Typescript
    Airtable
    ClickUp
    GoHighLevel
    Shadcn UI
    Magic UI
  • Quivr

    Quivr

    Quivr is a simple AI tool to help you find Bible verses that speak directly to your current circumstances.

    Next.js
    Typescript
    Tailwind
    OpenAI
  • LifeTrack Learning

    LifeTrack Learning

    Developed a no-code rapid MVP for LifeTrack Learning to start offering a user friendly way for students to complete their highschool transcripts.

    Softr
    Airtable
    Stripe
References

Don't take my word for it

I've had the pleasure of working with some amazing people throughout my career. Here's what a few of them have to say about our experiences together.

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    Wayne Craig

    Executive Vice President Global Sales and Marketing at CAIRE Inc.

    I have had the pleasure of working with Ben Valentin on several projects, and his ability to blend creativity with a process-oriented approach is exceptional. Ben consistently delivers innovative solutions that enhance productivity, while navigating complex challenges with ease. He is a skilled problem-solver, able to streamline operations through his deep technical expertise and strategic mindset. Ben is also an excellent communicator, making complex concepts accessible and ensuring successful project outcomes. I highly recommend him to any organization seeking to optimize through automation.
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    Bobby John

    Founder & CEO at Band of Coders

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    Bennett Jared

    Founder & CEO at MapleCross Wealth Management

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    Marty Grusznis

    Founder & CEO at Blu Couture