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Building direct marketing that drives real results across Dallas/Fort Worth.

Elevate Lab was founded on the belief that direct sales and leadership can create meaningful impact. We partner with nonprofits and brands through high-traffic activations, training teams, and delivering measurable outcomes.

Our beginning

Built on direct results and real partnerships

Elevate Lab started with a simple mission: help nonprofits reach supporters through high-impact activations in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. We've grown from testing strategies at busy locations to training teams on proven sales and marketing methods that actually move the needle.

Meet the team

The people driving Elevate Lab forward

Our collaborative team brings sales expertise, strategic consulting, and hands-on training across the Dallas/Fort Worth region. We're built on quality, transparency, and real results.

Samantha Yung

Co-Founder and Strategy Director

Samantha Yung

Samantha leads Elevate Lab's consulting strategy and nonprofit pop-up activations. She drives client results across the metroplex through direct sales expertise and strategic event execution.

Marcus Rodriguez

Co-Founder and Sales Director

Ed Pei

Ed develops and delivers in-depth sales and leadership training for our team and clients. He brings hands-on experience from high-traffic activations across Dallas/Fort Worth.

David Chen

Field Operations Coordinator

Maki Fantaye

Maki crafts targeted marketing strategies for nonprofit campaigns. She combines data-driven insights with creative activations to drive engagement and measurable outcomes.

Keisha Williams

Sales Training Lead

Jacklyn Vargas

Jacklyn leads training and development at Elevate Lab, guiding our next generation of talent with the expertise of a top performer. She's dedicated to building the skills and confidence our team needs to thrive.

Emily Patterson

Brand Promotions Lead

Tristan Holmes

Tristan leads the way when it comes to product knowledge on our current campaign. His deep understanding of what we offer ensures every interaction is informed, confident, and built to deliver real results.

Ahmed Hassan

Brand Promotions Lead

Quivon Lester

Quivon leads the charge in building genuine connections with potential customers, creating the kind of rapport that turns first impressions into lasting relationships across our Dallas/Fort Worth activations.

Team voices

What our team loves about working here

Elevate Lab gave me the chance to grow as a leader. The training is real, the team supports you, and you can actually see your impact on client results.

Marcus T.

Jacklyn V.

Sales Training Lead

I came in with a lot of business and customer service experience, but knew nothing about direct marketing. Within months, I had the skills to run pop-up activations and mentor newer team members. That growth path is real.

Jennifer L.

Tristan H.

Brand Promotions Lead

The team-based culture here is different. Everyone pushes each other to do better, but nobody tears you down. Plus, having a dog in the office makes the fast pace feel less stressful.

David K.

Isaiah W.

Activations Rep

Samantha built this company on transparency. You know where you stand, what's expected, and how your work matters. That honesty makes you want to perform.

Amanda R.

Quivon L.

Event Activation Lead

Ready to make an impact in direct marketing?

We're looking for talented people who thrive in fast-paced environments and want to grow alongside a collaborative team that values quality, performance, and transparency.