Creative Executive | Business Strategist | Philanthropic Innovator
Battle-tested creative executive and entrepreneur with over 30 years leading transformative brand growth for businesses worldwide while building dedicated teams and driving high-impact philanthropy.
Conrad Eskelinen
Battle-Hardened Creative Executive & Philanthropic Innovator
Forged by elite U.S. Navy SAR experience and three decades of hands-on creative marketing, Conrad is a visionary leader who blends ironclad discipline, relentless execution, and deep creative insight. From designing high-impact marekting assets, building legacy brands to mission-driven philanthropic empowerment for nonprofits, Conrad remains an uncompromising force committed to excellence, integrity, and meaningful impact.
"High-stakes rescues taught me composure under pressure, filming apex predators underwater and on land showed me the power of raw storytelling, but nothing compares to the fulfillment of using 30+ years of being in the trenches and applying that toward helping nonprofits amplify their missions and change lives — that's the legacy I'm most proud to build."
Passions & Pursuits
Navy Roots
Filmmaking
Family Time
Adventure
Conservation
Branding
Philanthropy
Innovation
Leadership
Remote Work
Impact
Core Skills
Strategic marketing, creative production, and growth acceleration for brands and mission-driven organizations—delivering measurable ROI through hands-on leadership and cutting-edge execution.
Business Strategy
End-to-end planning and execution that turns vision into profitable, scalable reality for startups and enterprises alike.
Branding & Identity
Bold, memorable brand development that captures essence and drives recognition across all touchpoints.
Video Production
High-impact commercials, documentaries, and storytelling content—from concept to final cut.
Digital Marketing
Integrated campaigns, SEO, social, and performance strategies optimized for exponential growth.
UI/UX Portals
Custom digital experiences and platforms built for usability, conversion, and long-term value.
Nonprofit Support
High-Impact creative and branding fundraising tools delivered at no cost via Unicus Alliance.
Career Journey
Over 30 years of founding, scaling, and leading diverse ventures—from creative agencies and nonprofits to tech, hospitality, film production, and environmental solutions—always driven by excellence, innovation, and measurable impact.
1993 – Present
Founder, CEO & Creative Director
Unicus Marketing Group, LLC – White Lake, MI / Key Largo, FLFull-service marketing & creative agency serving 2,000+ clients including Nike, Ford, McDonald's. Delivered 6,000+ TV commercials, 300+ websites, thousands of ads, videos, animations, and campaigns with remote-first model since 2001.
Founder, CEO & Creative Director
Unicus Alliance 501(c)(3) – White Lake, MINonprofit arm providing high-level branding, websites, video production, fundraising campaigns, and digital strategies to mission-driven groups at no cost, focused on start-up and mid-level organizations that need help the most.
2025 – Present
2022 – 2024
Founder & CEO
136 Center & Grill – Birch Run, MIFounded and launched a 5-star from-scratch steakhouse with 78 employees. Personally designed the brand, interior layout, trained staff, opened operations, and exceeded all revenue targets while creating a warm, high-quality dining experience.
Founder, Owner & CEO
Data Monitoring Solutions, LLC – White Lake, MI / Key Largo, FLFounded and led cloud-based software firm specializing in renewable energy monitoring systems. Delivered solutions deployed across over 800 installations worldwide, serving global integrators with reliable, scalable performance tracking technology.
2005 – 2022
2015 – 2017
CEO & Partner
Wild Earth, LLC – Key Largo, FLLed global expedition company offering premium travel experiences to world travelers. Focused on immersive cultural encounters, wildlife adventures, and unique destinations worldwide, delivering unforgettable journeys with exceptional service quality.
Founder, Owner & CEO
DiveBum, LLC – Key Largo, FLFounded underwater and wildlife film/photography company producing commercial and documentary projects. Captured sharks, marine ecosystems, and Alaskan grizzlies using early 4K technology, supporting conservation efforts through powerful visual storytelling.
2003 – 2013
2012 – 2017
CMO & Partner
BP Claim Pro, LLC – Key Largo, FLLed marketing and operations for claim processing firm specializing in Deepwater Horizon oil spill settlements. Assisted individuals and businesses in Florida, Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana with recovering financial losses from the 2010 disaster.
Search & Rescue Swimmer
U.S. Navy – USS Antrim (FFG-20)One of six qualifiers from 81 in elite SAR training. Performed life-or-death rescues from ships and helicopters in extreme conditions, developing lifelong discipline, composure under pressure, precision teamwork, and high-stakes decision-making skills.
1987-1990
Core Strengths
Decades of hands-on expertise across strategy, creative execution, leadership, and impact-driven innovation have rounded Conrad Eskelinen's skillset into one of exceptional depth and versatility. Through more than 30 years personally leading thousands of high-impact creative and marketing projects—spanning television commercials, websites, advertisements, videos, animations, and full integrated campaigns—he combines battle-tested grit, visionary direction, and a relentless focus on delivering measurable, lasting results across diverse industries and mission-driven initiatives.
Strategic Planning
Growth Acceleration
Brand Enhancement
High-Pressure Leadership
Remote Team Mastery
Principled Execution
Brand Development
Creative Design
Video & Animation
30+
30
Years Experience
2000+
2000
Clients Served
6000+
6000
TV Commercials
300+
300
Websites Built
My Portfolio
View Some of My Creative Work
For over three decades, Eskelinen has been a visionary entrepreneur and hands-on creative force, channeling ironclad integrity and relentless drive into tens of thousands of assets. From brand identities, digital campaigns, and motion graphics to websites, print collateral, pitch decks, and high-impact philanthropic materials through Unicus Alliance, every project is built with meticulous precision and genuine passion—creating powerful, lasting legacies that inspire businesses, leaders, and missions worldwide.
After all these years, and literally tens of thousands of assets designed, here is a direct link to explore Conrad's curated portfolio on the Unicus Marketing website. Dive in to see the scope of work that has fueled transformative growth and meaningful impact for many years.
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Whether scaling your brand or amplifying a nonprofit mission—let's build something extraordinary together and affect positive change.
Behind the Scenes
Get a glimpse at some rare pics, from over the years, of Conrad in front of the camera.
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