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Meet the Team

A team that works together as a holonomic system through interconnected AlphaNodes

How Our Team Works

We practice what we preach about interconnected systems

๐Ÿค The AlphaNode Model

Just as our five marketing pathways work together as an integrated system, our team operates through AlphaNodesโ€”specialized roles that connect and strengthen each other.

Each AlphaNode represents a unique perspective and expertise area. When they work together, we create something stronger than any individual could alone. No silos. No disconnected departments. Just a unified team working toward the same goal.

Our team of 10 works together through 10 interconnected AlphaNodes. Click any team member card to flip and read their bio.

Meet Our 10 Team Members

Click any card to flip and read their bio

Mallory Bailey-Finkley
Mallory Bailey-Finkley
CEO & Co-Founder
All Pathways
OAN (Operations)
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Mallory Bailey-Finkley, MBA

With a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) concentrated in International Business and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mrs. Bailey-Finkley brings a unique blend of strategic vision and analytical precision to the marketing landscape. As CEO of MKi, she works through her philosophy of "maximizing utility" and discovering boundless potential in every business challenge.

Mallory's approach excels at creating comprehensive frameworks that streamline information flows, deliver data-driven insights, and revitalize business networks. Her natural business acumen combines architectural design thinking with engineering problem-solving to create elegant solutions that embrace simplicity without sacrificing sophistication.

She enjoys gardening, traveling and learning random facts.

Noor Yaghoubi
Noor Yaghoubi
Chief Finance Officer
Productivity
FAN (Finance)
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Noor Yaghoubi - Chief Finance Officer

As Chief Finance Officer, Noor leads MKi's financial systems and data architecture. She specializes in designing elegant solutions that transform complex business operations into streamlined, efficient systems.

With a focus on the Productivity pathway, Noor helps businesses leverage data and financial insights to make better decisions without overwhelming their teams. Her work ensures that every tool and framework delivers maximum value while maintaining operational simplicity.

Noor's approach combines strategic thinking with hands-on implementation, creating solutions that scale as your business grows.

Kashae Barrett
Kashae Barrett
Administrative Support Lead
Productivity
OAN (Operations)
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Kashae Barrett

Kashae serves as MKi's Administrative Support Lead, bringing operational excellence and systems thinking to every project. Her role within the Operations AlphaNode ensures that workflows run smoothly and teams stay connected across initiatives.

Focusing on the Productivity pathway, Kashae helps create sustainable systems that reduce friction and increase efficiency. Her attention to detail and process optimization skills keep projects on track and teams aligned.

Kashae's commitment to excellence ensures that every operational aspect of MKi supports our mission to help businesses grow holistically.

Shyamala Krishnakumar
Cross-Functional Coordinator
Productivity
OAN (Operations)
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Shyamala Krishnakumar

Shyamala coordinates cross-functional operations at MKi, ensuring seamless communication and data flow across all projects. As part of the Operations AlphaNode, she manages the systems that keep teams connected and productive.

Her work focuses on organizing processes, creating efficient forms, and maintaining data integrity across platforms. Shyamala's systematic approach to the Productivity pathway helps reduce operational friction and improve team collaboration.

With a keen eye for detail and process optimization, Shyamala ensures that every workflow supports MKi's holistic approach to business growth.

Karen Kurzdorfer
Brand Salience Coordinator
Brand Salience
MAN (Marketing)
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Karen Kurzdorfer

Karen leads MKi's Brand Salience efforts as part of the Marketing AlphaNode. She specializes in creating compelling content that increases brand visibility and strengthens market presence.

With a focus on SEO, content strategy, and brand storytelling, Karen helps businesses build recognition and trust in their markets. Her work on the Brand Salience pathway ensures that clients' messages reach and resonate with their target audiences.

Karen's strategic approach combines creativity with data-driven insights to build lasting brand value.

Eddy Diamantis
Eddy Diamantis
Strategy Coordinator
Procurement
OAN (Operations)
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Eddy Diamantis

Eddy coordinates strategic business development initiatives within MKi's Operations AlphaNode. His focus on the Procurement pathway helps businesses navigate government contracts, grants, and strategic partnerships.

With deep knowledge of procurement processes and business development strategies, Eddy helps small and medium enterprises access new revenue opportunities. He specializes in creating frameworks that simplify complex bidding and proposal processes.

Eddy's strategic mindset and practical approach help businesses grow through sustainable procurement strategies.

Keisha Finkley
MKi Radio Host (Ms. Z)
Conversations & Brand Salience
MAN (Marketing)
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Keisha Finkley - "Ms. Z"

Keisha Finkley, known as "Ms. Z," is the main host of MKi Radio. With an Associate of Arts degree in Psychology (Magna Cum Laude) from Southwest Tennessee Community College, she brings a unique understanding of human behavior and communication to every broadcast.

As part of the Marketing AlphaNode, Keisha focuses on the Conversations pathway, creating engaging content that connects with audiences and builds meaningful relationships. Her background in psychology allows her to facilitate authentic conversations that resonate with small business owners and entrepreneurs.

Through MKi Radio, Ms. Z amplifies the voices of business owners and shares insights that help communities thrive.

Lamont Padilla
Lamont Padilla
Instructional Designer
Conversations & Procurement
PAN (Products)
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Lamont Padilla

Lamont brings his background in chemistry education and instructional design to MKi's Products & Services AlphaNode. With a Master's in Educational Technology, he creates innovative e-learning experiences on the Conversations pathway.

His instructional design approach combines educational theory with practical application, ensuring that every learning module engages audiences and drives results. Lamont specializes in transforming complex business concepts into clear, actionable lessons.

Lamont's passion for helping others learn makes him a valuable contributor to MKi's educational resources and course offerings.

Ellaha Rabail
Ellaha Rabail
E-Learning Content Creator
Conversations & Productivity
PAN (Products)
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Ellaha Rabail

In addition to being a valued member of MKi's E-Learning Content Creation team, Ellaha is a full-time teacher who gets to share her love of English every day, and truly shines in the classroom. Ellaha's inherent ability to bring creativity and clarity to the classroom has carried over beautifully into our E-Learning programs, where she continues to make learning engaging and approachable.

Ellaha earned her bachelor's degree in English from Stony Brook University and is currently pursuing a master's degree in Secondary Education at Arizona State University. Always eager to learn and grow, she joined our team to expand her skills within a holistic educational framework and to help create engaging learning materials that support those interested in building and marketing their businesses.

When she's not teaching or creating new learning materials, she enjoys reading and writing and has a special admiration for the works of Mary Oliver. Words from the literary classics tend to stick with her too. Fun fact: she can recite just about any Roald Dahl book from memory.

Mansib Rahman
Google Workspace Specialist
All Pathways
IAN (Information Technology)
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Mansib Rahman

Mansib serves as MKi's Google Workspace Specialist and leads the Information Technology AlphaNode. He focuses on leveraging technology to enhance operations across all pathways through AI integration and automation.

His technical skills help businesses streamline workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and integrate tools seamlessly. Mansib specializes in creating tech solutions that reduce operational friction while increasing team efficiency.

With a passion for innovation and practical problem-solving, Mansib ensures that MKi's technology infrastructure supports scalable, sustainable growth.

Our 10 Interconnected AlphaNodes

Each AlphaNode is a specialized area of expertise. Together, they form a unified system that drives our success.

Operations

Systems & processes

Human Resources

People & Development

Finance

Resources & ROI

CHIEF: NOOR

Legal

Compliance & Contracts

Clients & Customers

Client connections

Marketing

Messaging & brand

Products & Services

Offerings & Tools

Information Technology

Tools & integration

Geoculture

Community & Impact

Spaces

Environment & stewardship

Ready to Work With Our Team?

Whether you choose to work with us directly or use our free tools, our team is committed to your success.

Let's Connect

Have questions? Want to work together? We'd love to hear from you.

๐Ÿ“ง mallorybf@mkimarketing.com