Clay Lundquist
About Me
Entrepreneur, Husband, Traveler
I’m a seasoned entrepreneur. I’ve started several businesses. Some worked, a couple didn’t, and the newest one is still writing its story.
I grew up in small towns across the Midwest, with brief stops in the South. I hate the cold, which makes going to college in Minnesota a questionable life choice. I earned a PR degree and have impressively avoided using it ever since.
After college, I moved to Los Angeles with my amazing college sweetie (now wife) to work in film and television. I ended up working on some of the world’s most well-known game shows. Not exactly the plan—but not a bad outcome either.
I listen to old-school rap, read Scandinavian fiction, and have a cat named Kevin.
People tell me I’m funny. I choose to believe them.
Hobbies
- Travel (31 countries and counting)
- Cycling
- Paddle Boarding
3 Truths and a Lie
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I’ve gone to a movie in every state.
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I was interviewed as the “Fan of the Week” on a wrestling show.
- I’ve written several feature length film scripts.
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I was on a reality show but got kicked off on first episode.
Minding My Business
Clients
McDonald’s, Wonderful Brands, AHM, Hunnyball, Color Street, Davis Elen Advertising, Blayze Coaching, Porter Novelli PR, CSM, CROSSNET.
Consulting
Interested in building a business that supports your life – but not sure how your finances fit in? I help founders simplify their numbers and align money decisions with how they want to live. Whether you’re early on or need to level-up, I’ve got you covered. Drop me a note below and let’s get started.
Experiences
McDonald’s
I’ve worked with McDonald’s as a client since 2008 through both of my agencies. Over the years we have produced and managed thousands of events, created multiple themed event experiences and provided over 2 million samples of various products and all across the country.
CROSSNET
Wanting to learn more about DTC brands I worked with CROSSNET to promote their games through events, tradeshows and partnerships. During my tenure I designed and managed an experiential tour along with creating partnerships with organizations such as USA Volleyball, Canada Volleyball, AVP and several others.
I also produced a series of CROSSNET tournaments culminating in a televised tournament on ESPN.
Other Highlights
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Provided consulting for dozens of business founders and facilitated hundreds of hours mastermind calls.
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Helped build The Founders Club community from 0-500 members as the co-founder and head of community.
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Produced & Managed Athlete Village at 2022 World Track & Field Championships.
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Produced large scale retreats and meetups for over 10k business founders all over north america.
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Produced large scale community Festivals in Seattle, WA from 2021-2024 with attendance between 10k-20k.
Adult Recess
I created and managed a festival focused on “play” call Adult Recess in Seattle that drew over 1000 people. Featured in the Wall Street Journal as well as over a dozen other publication and shows the event was advertised as “All your favorite favorite schoolyard activities but with beer”. The event recess games such as tetherball, four square and kickball as well as activities such as making friendship bracelets and a graffiti wall. Entertainment consisted of 80’s & 90’s bands and upscale “kids” food was provided by local food trucks.