Imari is a globally recognized business strategist and thought leader operating at the intersection of business, culture, technology, design, and innovation. With over two decades of experience spanning strategic planning, finance, advertising, gaming, and entrepreneurship, Imari is a visionary leader actively shaping the future. By leveraging systems thinking, emerging technologies, and human-centered design, Imari catalyzes transformative projects that redefine what’s possible to drive economic and social impact. Currently, Imari is leading the development of Spectrum Rise, a groundbreaking mixed-use development in Atlanta, GA. This initiative represents a quantum leap in urban innovation, community development, and economic transformation. Anchored by sports and entertainment, Spectrum Rise serves as a future-forward blueprint for an equitable, community-based economy—delivering strong investor returns while creating exceptional customer experiences. Before founding Bond & Play, Imari built his reputation as a global strategist, cognitive thinker, and executive producer at industry-leading companies, including: * Endeavor (formerly WME | IMG) – Sales and Global Partnerships, Esports * sparks & honey – Creative, Foresight, and Cultural Strategy * Dentsu/mcgarrybowen – Innovation & Product Development Imari’s Current Affiliations: * Member, Georgia Sports Innovation Council * Entrepreneur-in-Residence, Creative Media Industries Institute, Georgia State University * Member, Atlanta Black Chamber of Commerce Fun Fact: Imari attended Samurai school in Kyoto, Japan, reflecting his passion for discipline, strategy, and cultural exploration.