Growth strategist, data-driven marketer, and creative problem solver.
I’m Julian Wan, a strategist and marketing leader who blends data, creativity, and technology to scale brands and build high-impact digital experiences. From venture-backed startups to major media brands, I’ve driven growth, optimized performance, and created campaigns that resonate.
Running Deepseek R1 locally: my first impressions
Deepseek-R1 has been on my radar for a while now, and I finally got the chance to run it locally. What did I think? Was it worth the hype? In this article, I’ll walk you through my hands-on experience with Deepseek-R1, including its performance, customization options, and how it compared to other tools I’ve used before.Growing Up as a Military Brat: How I Fell in Love with Marketing and Advertising
A journey through a nomadic childhood, cultural exposure, and the early influences that shaped my fascination with marketing and the power of ideas.The Rise and Fall of My Startup Agency: Lessons from Venture Capital
A deep dive into the creation, success, and eventual demise of my agency working with a venture capital firm—and the lessons I learned from the experience.Work
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- Smith.ai
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- Senior Growth Lead
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- Stationhead
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- Director, Growth & Analytics
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- Identity Pop
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- Founder / Managing Director
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- New York Post (Post Studios)
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- Senior Brand Marketing Strategist
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- Refinery29 (R29 Events)
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- Events Brand Marketing Strategist
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- Fab.com
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- Merchant / e-Commerce Strategist
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- American Apparel
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- International Brand Consultant
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