Joseph Mandragona
District Heights
Summary
Dynamic leader with expertise in partnership development and business growth. Proven track record in launching impactful projects and fostering client relationships to drive market expansion.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Innovation and Growth Director
Compliance Professionals
Boston
09.2025 - Current
- Established a partnership with Pollinator Partnership (P2), the largest pollinator nonprofit in the world, launching a pollinator garden initiative that integrates ecological restoration into compliance-driven projects.
- Lead strategic growth initiatives to expand market presence, client relationships, and service offerings throughout Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic.
- Develop and manage partnerships with engineering and design firms to streamline environmental deliverables, including SWPPP compliance, wetland delineations, and Phase I ESA coordination.
- Oversee digital strategy including website development, search engine optimization (SEO), advertising, and lead generation.
- Direct client outreach, sales efforts, and long-term relationship management.
- Identify, evaluate, and pilot new revenue opportunities aligned with environmental compliance, restoration, and sustainability objectives.
Owner & Founder
Ice Age Therapy
Bristow
01.2023 - Current
- Launched and sold a consumer wellness product, handling outbound prospecting, partnership outreach, and direct sales
- Pitched gym owners and wellness operators to secure distribution and co-marketing opportunities
- Designed and tested pricing, offers, and promotional incentives to improve response rates
- Managed the full sales cycle from cold outreach through follow-up and proposal delivery
- Gained firsthand experience selling without brand recognition, inbound demand, or established playbooks
Environmental Specialist
Compliance Professionals
Boston
12.2022 - 08.2025
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential environmental hazards and evaluate mitigation strategies.
- Trained employees on environmental regulations and best practices to promote compliance across the organization.
- Executed environmental compliance audits to ensure adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.
- Assessed new technologies for potential environmental benefits and aligned recommendations with organizational goals.
Environmental Specialist
Resource Environmental Solutions LLC
Warrenton
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Conducted SWPPP inspections and VWP wetland monitoring in accordance with Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) requirements.
- Prepared and submitted discharge monitoring reports and regulatory documentation.
- Supported environmental compliance efforts for multiple active construction and development projects.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Christopher Newport University
Newport News, VA12-2019
Skills
- Partnership Development
- Cold Outreach (Email / Phone / LinkedIn)
- Search Engine Optimization
- Effective communication
- Innovation management
- Business Development
- Business Strategy
- Research Skills
- Client relationship management
- Digital marketing
Timeline
Innovation and Growth Director
Compliance Professionals
09.2025 - Current
Owner & Founder
Ice Age Therapy
01.2023 - Current
Environmental Specialist
Compliance Professionals
12.2022 - 08.2025
Environmental Specialist
Resource Environmental Solutions LLC
10.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Christopher Newport University