Hello everyone and welcome to the G2 Icon Community! We are so glad you're here.
We’re thrilled to bring together G2's top contributors from around the world into this exclusive space just for you. This community is all about connecting with industry peers, sharing valuable insights, and exchanging best practices around the tools that make your work more efficient.
Whether you’re here to discover new software, gain expert advice on the latest industry trends, or tips to optimize your current tech stack, you’re in the right place. This community is yours to shape, and we can’t wait to see the knowledge and connections you’ll build with fellow professionals across industries.
My name is Brett Nehls and I am a Community Manager here at G2. I live in the Houston, Texas area and a fun fact about me is that I have been to a game at all 30 Major League Baseball stadium throughout North America.
Let's hear from you! Feel free to follow the format of name, title, company, location and a fun fact, or spin it up with your own flavor :)
##### Post Metadata - Posted at: almost 2 years ago - Author title: Community Manager | Event Marketer | Metrics Guru - Net upvotes: 18 ## Comments ### Comment 1 <p>Hey Brett and all the G2 awesome folks! </p><p>My Name is Elliott Garcia iam a Founder at a Lead Generation Company Called Topmountaineer! super excited to start networking with all of you. </p><p>Quick Fun Fact: i love pizza, tacos, & cooking! also i really like hiking in the the desert town called Vegas lol. </p><p>Lets Get G2 Going!!! 🚀</p> ##### Comment Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: G2 Hype man - Net upvotes: 2 #### Reply 1 <p>Elliott – welcome!</p><p>I was just in Vegas last month. My friend and I have a tradition where we take a trip every year and do a bike ride in that city. We went out to Red Rock Canyon, and spoiler alert: it was a little warm :) </p><p>As a hiker, I assume you have been out there? Did we pick the most scenic place to ride in the area?</p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Community Manager | Event Marketer | Metrics Guru ### Comment 2 <p>Good afternoon Brett and all the G2 community,</p><p>Thank you for the opportunity of joining the G2 icon community</p><p>I am Amine, Lead design engineer for Mecalux UK, </p><p>Nice to meet all of you. </p> ##### Comment Metadata - Posted at: about 1 year ago - Author title: Msc in mechatronics and automation - Net upvotes: 1 ### Comment 3 <p><span style="color: rgb(17, 17, 17);">My name is Tausif Ahmed and I am a Sr Process Associate at continuserve .I live in India, and a fun fact about me is that I like planting during my free time on my home terrace and feed food to pigeon during morning. i am a good in cooking .:)</span></p> ##### Comment Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: SR Process associate - Net upvotes: 1 #### Reply 1 <p>Hello again, Tausif!</p><p>You can't tell us that you're good at cooking without telling us your best dishes :) </p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Community Manager | Event Marketer | Metrics Guru ### Comment 4 <p>Welcome guys!</p> ##### Comment Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: CTO - Growth Marketer full stack #MarTech | ⚡️ SaaS Advisor - Net upvotes: 1 ### Comment 5 <p><strong>Mehandi Islam</strong></p><p>CEO & Co-founder, GrowthFusion Consultancy LLP</p><p>Hello everyone and glad to be part of the G2 Icon Community!</p><p>I’m Mehandi Islam, an AI and Automation Specialist and the CEO & Co-founder of GrowthFusion Consultancy LLP, based in India. At GrowthFusion, we help businesses, especially SaaS companies, streamline their operations and scale faster by building customized outbound systems and automations. We’ve helped companies like Stylerow improve their lead generation and appointment booking processes through LinkedIn automation, making their workflows more efficient and results-driven.</p><p>Whether it's building seamless automation workflows, optimizing lead generation, or simplifying complex business processes, we're all about helping businesses overcome their operational challenges with AI-powered solutions.</p><p>Fun fact about me: I don't consume alcohol, avoid painkillers, and am passionate about leveraging technology to make businesses more efficient without compromising on personal well-being!</p><p>Looking forward to connecting, learning, and sharing insights with you all!</p> ##### Comment Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Sales & Marketing Automation Expert | Zapier Expert | Scaling Businesses with Automation & AI - Net upvotes: 1 #### Reply 1 <p>A belated welcome, Mehandi!</p><p>So if we were to cheers in real life, what beverage would be in your hand?</p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Community Manager | Event Marketer | Metrics Guru ### Comment 6 <p>Hello, I'm Maura Salazar from Panama city.</p><p>I work as an Art Director for brands across Latin America, including Adidas, Reebok, Victoria's Secret, Bath & Body Works, and others.</p><p>A fun fact about me is I'm also a beekeeper and regularly visit my family’s bee farm—a tradition we've kept alive for over 30 years. I also give talks about bee conservation and enjoy creating ideas for commercial video concepts.</p> ##### Comment Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Art Coordinator - Net upvotes: 1 #### Reply 1 <p>Hi Maura!</p><p>We have some really interesting stories here in the Icon Community, and this is another one! What is the origin story of beekeeping started in your family?</p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Community Manager | Event Marketer | Metrics Guru ### Comment 7 <p>Hello community,</p><p>My name is Fedor and I'm here to explore this wonderful community, add my own insights and also read about others' experiences and knowledge.</p><p>Thanks for having me and looking forward to being a part of this.</p> ##### Comment Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Digital Marketing Developer - Net upvotes: 1 #### Reply 1 <p>Hello and welcome, Fedor!</p><p>We're happy to have you and hope you find your time here to be really useful!</p><p>Where do you call home?</p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Community Manager | Event Marketer | Metrics Guru ### Comment 8 <p>Hi,</p><p>My name is Brandon. I work in IT at a Higher Education institution in the Midwest here in the USA. I wear many different hats in IT. I like following NASA and the commerical space industry.</p> ##### Comment Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Systems and Applications Technician - Net upvotes: 1 #### Reply 1 <p>Hey Brandon,</p><p>I grew up just a few minutes away from Space Center Houston and m<span style="color: rgb(17, 17, 17);">y sister-in-law works in HR for NASA! </span></p><p>When I was a kid, me, my brother and my cousin got to be in a Space Center commercial. My cousin volunteered to ride in this wheel-like contraption that was supposed to mimic anti-gravity. But what we didn't know is that they would be shooting for HOURS. I think we finally finished at around 2am, and his equilibrium was so messed up. I guess they have more stringent child labor laws now for a reason!</p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Community Manager | Event Marketer | Metrics Guru #### Reply 2 <p>Brett,</p><p>That's cool to hear about your sister-in-law at NASA. I bet she likes working there and gets to meet some interesting people. Unfortunately, there are no NASA centers near me.</p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Systems and Applications Technician ### Comment 9 <p>Hello, I'm Azhar and I work in Cyber Security as an Information Security Analyst.</p> ##### Comment Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: CISM | CRISC | CEH Cyber Security Professional - Net upvotes: 1 #### Reply 1 <p>Welcome! </p><p>By the way, I addressed you as Bashir in another thread, so apologies if you go by Azhar instead!</p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Community Manager | Event Marketer | Metrics Guru #### Reply 2 <p>Hi Brett,</p><p>I hope you're well.</p><p>No need to apologise.</p><p>Either name is fine. </p><p>Thanks.</p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: CISM | CRISC | CEH Cyber Security Professional ### Comment 10 <p>Hi fellow G2 icons,</p><p>I'm running a small boutique advisory — Triangle Forces — dedicated to helping ventures in the consumer technology, interactive media, and digital entertainment sector with their strategic initiatives, global alliances, marketing communications, commercial innovation, financing endeavors, and business opportunity development. </p><p>Onwards,</p><p>Jurgen Proschinger</p><p>-------------------------------------------</p><p>Website: www.triangleforces.com</p><p>Screening Room: watch.triangleforces.com</p><p>News: social.triangleforces.com/newsletter</p> ##### Comment Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Strategic Initiatives, Global Alliances, and Marketing Communications in Consumer Technology, Interactive Media, and Digital Entertainment - Net upvotes: 1 #### Reply 1 <p>Wow, Jurgen, it looks like you have to wear a lot of hats!</p><p>With the nature of your role pulling you in so many different directions, I'd imagine that means you sometimes have to allocate your time to things that you aren't as passionate about. What is the one part of your job that you wish you could spend more time on every day?</p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Community Manager | Event Marketer | Metrics Guru ### Comment 11 <p>It is wonderful to hear from all of you! </p><p>My name is Karen Taborda and I lead the Renewals Team at Appfollow! I am passionate about negotiations, industry trends, finance, and leadership content. I am based in Boston Massachusetts and I have a deep passion for languages and other cultures. In my free time, I like to read, travel, and spend time with my friends and family. </p> ##### Comment Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Customer Success Manager - Net upvotes: 1 #### Reply 1 <p>Welcome to the party, Karen!</p><p>Appfollow looks really interesting. I used to manage a Discord-based community and we were exploring utilizing something like this – if only I had known you then :)</p><p>For years, I have maintained that the best lobster roll I have ever had in my life came from Neptune Oyster in Boston. Have you experienced this delight? </p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Community Manager | Event Marketer | Metrics Guru ### Comment 12 <p>Hello everyone!</p><p>My name is Sammy Cheung, and I'm a Sales Executive based in Toronto, Canada, specializing in 3D rendering, animation, and interactive experiences. I’m passionate about bringing innovative concepts to life and building strong relationships with clients.</p><p>A fun fact about me is that I’ve recently started exploring the world of virtual reality, and I’m fascinated by how it can transform storytelling and customer experiences. I’m excited to connect with all of you and share insights as we navigate the latest trends in our industries together!</p><p>Looking forward to engaging with you all in the G2 Icon Community!</p> ##### Comment Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Toronto-Based Sales Executive | B2B Growth & Market Expansion Expert | Passionate About Strategic Partnerships & Driving Results - Net upvotes: 1 #### Reply 1 <p>Oh, wow. I just checked out your company website and, um, what they are doing makes what I used to do feel like drawing stick figures for my 5-year old son haha!</p><p>That is incredibly impressive stuff – what an amazing product. </p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Community Manager | Event Marketer | Metrics Guru #### Reply 2 <p>Sammy, welcome to Icons!</p><p>Ooooo, which 3D/animation programs do the animators at your company use? In the first chapter of my career, I was a daily user of After Effects and really loved it. I created content for Jumbotrons and LED boards at sporting venues. </p><p>I'd imagine they are using Cinema 4D, or maybe something far more advanced? It's been a while since I stopped working in that world.</p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Community Manager | Event Marketer | Metrics Guru #### Reply 3 <p>Hey Brett! Thanks for the warm welcome!</p><p>At our company, we focus on architectural visualizations, using tools like 3ds Max and V-Ray to really bring houses, condos, and high-rises to life. The detail we can achieve is just incredible!</p><p>Your time with After Effects sounds like such a fun experience! Those Jumbotrons must have been a blast. It’s wild how easy it is now to access cool effects—like using Adobe Express to create animations for free. It’s always great to see how many tools are out there for everyone to explore their creativity.</p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Toronto-Based Sales Executive | B2B Growth & Market Expansion Expert | Passionate About Strategic Partnerships & Driving Results #### Reply 4 <p>Hey Brett!</p><p>Thanks for checking out our website! I really appreciate your kind words. It’s exciting to see how far technology has come, and I love that you have a background in animation too.</p><p>It sounds like you had some amazing experiences with After Effects! I’d love to hear more about your journey in that world. If you ever want to chat about the latest trends or tools, just let me know!</p><p>Looking forward to connecting more in the community!</p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Toronto-Based Sales Executive | B2B Growth & Market Expansion Expert | Passionate About Strategic Partnerships & Driving Results ### Comment 13 <p>Hi, I'm Leslie.</p><p>I'm a psychologist and I work as an operations manager. I do a lot of human resources and project management; I'm interested to learn about graphic design, digital marketing and software to make my job better and more efficient. </p> ##### Comment Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Operation's Manager - Net upvotes: 1 #### Reply 1 <p>Hi Leslie!</p><p>You have quite a range of skills and interests – how much does psychology factor in to your workload, as opposed to the operations side?</p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Community Manager | Event Marketer | Metrics Guru ### Comment 14 <p>Hello All,</p><p>I’m James I lead a team of technical consultants at Bloomreach. Having previously bought the product during my time running retail websites. </p><p>looking forward to seeing what this is all about</p> ##### Comment Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Self certified nerd - Net upvotes: 1 #### Reply 1 <p>You are apparently a few levels above me on the hierarchy! One day I hope to learn your ways :) </p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Community Manager | Event Marketer | Metrics Guru #### Reply 2 <p>Welcome back, James!</p><p>What makes someone a self certified nerd? I ask this question as a fellow SCN, as I like to call it. (Acronyms make everything sound cooler!) </p><p>For me, I can stare at spreadsheets and data all day and never tire of it. What is <em>your</em> superpower?</p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Community Manager | Event Marketer | Metrics Guru #### Reply 3 <p>I love a good spreadsheet although the datasets I work these days are often to big for sheets. </p><p>I think a self certified nerd is anyone who is happiest in the detail of a topic. I can spend hours going down robot wholes like what does utm stand for in tracking links?</p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Self certified nerd ### Comment 15 <p>I'm Chris, director of IT at a school. Looking forward to what ICON community will become.</p> ##### Comment Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: IT Technical Support Specialist - Net upvotes: 1 #### Reply 1 <p>Hello, Chris!</p><p>Okay, help us help all of your counterparts at companies across the world. What is the most common IT question that you hear, that is most easily solved? </p><p>We'd all love to avoid being <em>that</em> person in the future :) </p> ##### Reply Metadata - Posted at: over 1 year ago - Author title: Community Manager | Event Marketer | Metrics Guru ## Related discussions - [How well does Trello scale into a larger team?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/1-how-well-does-trello-scale-into-a-larger-team) - Posted at: about 13 years ago - Comments: 6 - [Can we please add a new section](https://www.g2.com/discussions/2-can-we-please-add-a-new-section) - Posted at: about 13 years ago - Comments: 0 - [Quantifiable benefits from implementing your CRM](https://www.g2.com/discussions/quantifiable-benefits-from-implementing-your-crm) - Posted at: about 13 years ago - Comments: 4