Mark R. Moore

Founder & CEO, Spartan Café, LLC

917 251-6605 | team@spartan-cafe.com

Rockefeller Center
1270 6th Avenue
7th Floor
New York, NY 10020

https://spartan-cafe.com/

Mark R. Moore is a visionary executive and business development expert with over three decades of experience architecting success across commercial, non-profit, and interdisciplinary landscapes. A versatile leader with a 10th-degree black belt level of discipline in both martial arts and market expansion, Mr. Moore is currently redefining the digital and financial horizons for entrepreneurs as the CEO of both Spartan Cafe and Spartan Growth Labs.

Pioneering The Spartan Ecosystem
Mr. Moore stands at the forefront of digital innovation as the founder of Spartan Cafe, a revolutionary platform recognized as The World’s First Hybrid Social Media + Private Members Club. This groundbreaking concept disrupts the traditional digital landscape by merging the connectivity of social networking with the exclusivity and high-value networking of a private members club, creating a unique ecosystem for collaboration and growth. Simultaneously, through Spartan Growth Labs, Mr. Moore provides the financial fuel for that
growth. He spearheads the transformative Business Credit Builder & Advisory Suite, a cutting-edge financial engine designed to elevate businesses from inception to prosperity. This suite is not merely a tool; it is a comprehensive ecosystem that demystifies corporate finance. The suite features an intuitive, customized platform that guides entrepreneurs through a step- by-step credit building process. A key differentiator of this program is its Real-Time Pre-Qualification Intelligence, allowing clients to see exactly which lending sources they are pre-approved for before applying—eliminating rejection and uncertainty. Backed by a concierge team of finance officers, the suite ensures clients secure capital through a vast array of instruments, including Credit Line Hybrids, SBA Loans, Commercial Real Estate Financing, and Securities-Based Lines of Credit.
Strategic Alliances & Capital Generation Mr. Moore’s financial acumen is backed by strategic alliances with over 100 premier funding institutions, including Chase, Wells Fargo, Citibank, and Capital One. Over a nine-year period, he successfully raised over $100 million for major entities including Nike, Adidas, and CUNY College’s athletic program.

His expertise lies in high-level corporate enlistment, venture capital raising, and structuring complex financial instruments. Whether navigating 401k Plan Financing or securing Purchase Order Financing, Mr. Moore provides the “capital confidence” necessary for businesses to scale.

Author & Thought Leader
A recognized voice in business psychology and branding, Mr. Moore is the author of the breakthrough book, 15 Reasons Why It’s Taken You So Long to Succeed. In this guide, he dissects the barriers to achievement and offers a blueprint for personal and professional breakthroughs.

His authority in the branding space is further solidified by his contribution of the forward to Publicity Jumpstart: How to Get Your Brand Featured in the Press, where he lends his insight into the mechanics of visibility and media presence.
Diverse Media & Management Experience Mr. Moore’s career is defined by versatility. He has held executive roles such as Managing Director for B2B GlobalFashionCloseOuts, Inc. and Managing Partner of Distinction Management LLC. His aesthetic sensitivity and management skills have led to successful
collaborations with global brands and media properties, including Sex and the City, Law and Order, E-Entertainment TV, Nike Basketball, and Hearst Magazines International. He has worked closely with high-profile personalities such as Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, and Geraldo Rivera.

Discipline, Community & Honors Beyond the boardroom, Mr. Moore embodies the spirit of a true competitor. He is the founder of the Shojitsute Martial Arts system and holds the rare distinction of a 10th Degree Black Belt.
Additionally, as a former nationally-ranked Squash Professional (ranked 3rd in the nation), he utilizes the sport’s prestigious network to facilitate high-level corporate introductions and informal diplomacy.A dedicated philanthropist, Mr. Moore serves his community through partnerships with Mount Sinai Hospital and St. Luke’s Hospital, offering workshops on Rape Prevention and Self-Defense. He works in conjunction with the Small Business Administration (SBA) to develop micro-loan and grant opportunities for minority startups.

His contributions to the business world have been formally recognized with a Congressional Medal of Distinction from the National Republican Congressional Committee’s Business Advisory Council, where he also served as Honorary Chairman. He was named Businessman of the Year in 2006 and nominated for the Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2007. Mr. Moore currently resides in New York, where he continues to bridge the gap between creative vision and bottom-line success.

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Dear  Fellows,

I am delighted to share that Dr. Sharif Uddin Ahmed Rana has successfully expanded the Strategic Ai Leadership and Entrepreneurship Program through the CUET Business Incubation Centre.

This initiative connected with over 100 startups, business leaders, and academic representatives, highlighting our collective commitment to sustainable innovation and entrepreneurial excellence. Through this collaboration, we are now introducing AI-driven innovation, drone technology applications, and entrepreneurship transformation models designed to strengthen Bangladesh’s corporate and academic sectors.

The integration of AI, climate leadership, and technological entrepreneurship reflects TANDO’s mission to build a resilient, future-ready innovation ecosystem across South Asia. Together, we aim to empower young innovators to transform challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth and societal impact.

Warm regards,
Dr. Sharif Uddin Ahmed Rana
President, World Talent Economy Forum Institute (WTEFI)

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About the P.E.A. Awards

Now in its 15th year, the P.E.A. (People. Environment. Achievement.) Awards is the UK’s leading sustainability and climate awards, honouring the individuals and teams behind the products, services and businesses that are changing the face of our planet.

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Previous winners include Juliet Davenport OBE, Cat Fletcher, Polly Higgins and many other amazing Earth ambassadors who are committed to revolutionising old models and systems.

Across sectors ranging from finance and energy to music and art, the P.E.A. Awards identifies and celebrates the green heroes who are taking matters into their own hands and providing inspiring alternatives to business as usual. These sustainability pioneers are recognised and rewarded at our glamorous green carpet event!

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Last Wednesday, We Don’t Have Time inaugurated our brand-new, in-house broadcasting studio with a We Can Do It network meet-up. Dozens of climate-conscious leaders both at our headquarters and online joined us as we hosted presentations on three critically important recent reports:

• The Lynxeye Purpose Index 2025 – A global study about the advantages of purpose-driven business
• Staying the Course: CFOs & the Green Transition – A unique survey of 500+ CFOs.
• Exponential Business Playbook – The how-to manual for leaders committed to acting in accordance with the Paris Agreement 1.5ºC warming target

It was an evening of lively discussions, inspiring ideas, and festive community building. We are certainly even more excited to continue pushing the message of urgent climate action, and we can’t wait to debut this fantastic new resource to our wider audience soon.

What would you like to see us broadcast next from the studio? Reply to our newsletter with your ideas.

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ChangeNOW, the world’s largest event dedicated to climate solutions, is where bold ideas become reality. As the official media partner, We Don’t Have Time is bringing you exclusive coverage of this landmark event, where history-makers and innovators converge to drive the next decade of climate progress.

While we’ll be broadcasting live, nothing compares to being there in person. ChangeNOW isn’t just a conference—it’s an experience. And as a We Don’t Have Time subscriber, you have a 30% discount to experience three transformative days—April 24-26—of groundbreaking innovations, high-impact policy discussions, and inspiring talks from boundary-pushing global leaders.

Are you one of the thousands of attendees at ChangeNOW looking to showcase your innovative climate solution? Do you need access to exclusive events? Our mobile broadcasting studio may be the platform you’re looking for! Get in touch to start the collaboration.

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Noah Fleischman is a Producer at WOR Radio who knows the TV Business Inside and Out.  What a great conversation we had about the Golden Age of Television .

Noah also is a Broadcast Consultant Concept Developer and won the 2023 IHeart Radio Collaborator of the  Year Award.

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IMPORTANT INSPIRATION FOR SUCCESS
one of the top experts in the nation reveals

‘the seven tensions of negotiation’

MASTERING THE ART OF NEGOTIATION WITH

CASH NICKERSON

Meet the Author, Attorney & Professor Who Explains How To:

‘Breathe and Let the Opposition Make the Tough Decisions’

Most things in life involve some kind of negotiation, which is why a revealing new book provides a road map for helping many people achieve success. Even if you are a professional, who has had some instruction or training in negotiation skills, what if the reality is that the training you received made you a weaker negotiator? What if the theories based on collaboration and ‘Getting to YES’ lead to weaker outcomes? Now, one of the top negotiation experts in the nation is sharing his secrets for using stress to produce better results.

On October 29th, author, attorney and professor Cash Nickerson will reveal why everyone can benefit from learning how to be a better negotiator, even a world-class poker player. In his newest book, The Seven Tensions of Negotiation, Nickerson shares valuable insights based on years of experience running major tech companies. Learn why simply saying ‘maybe not’ can become a way to leverage the seven tensions of negotiation. Cash will also reveal his process for mastering the art of negotiation and developing the essential skills for success.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT THE ART OF NEGOTIATION:

Reduce personal or corporate waste from litigation expenses

Practical advice and ways to diminish the tension in negotiations

Master stress to your advantage and improve negotiation outcomes

Learning how to create power from tension

Preventing costly battles

AUTHOR BACKGROUND: Cash Nickerson JD, MBA is an innovative and transformative leader. He combines business skills and acumen with martial arts wisdom. The result is a powerful high-performance formula for success in an ever-changing enterprise landscape. Nickerson, author of several books, is an avid writer and speaker on the workplace, jobs, and the economy. He is also the founder and president of the David H. Nickerson Foundation, which supports prostate cancer research.

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How do you train your brain to think inventively? What a fantastic question. Thanks to Aden from Sydney for sharing it. Here is the question in full, as I’m sure all of us can relate to his thoughts:

“G’day Richard, thanks for this opportunity. Mate, I’m a positive, creative guy – in business and in life – but after a year of committing to a specific agenda, I find I’m stuck in a slump struggling to channel new, great, inventive ideas. My question is: how do you reignite your brain to think inventively? What techniques or strategies do you use to fire up these areas of the mind?”

I’ve had many moments like this throughout my life. Sometimes the ideas roll in thick and fast, and other times it feels like your mind is churning through concrete! I think the big issue here is the narrow agenda you’ve been focusing on. It’s difficult to be inventive when you’re looking down. It reminds me of a time when a Virgin CEO came to me with a cohesive strategy for the brand – something I’ve never been too focused on.

It was a brilliant strategy, so I told him to go for it, but I did warn him to not get too bogged down in it. It’s easy to get tunnel vision when you focus on a very specific agenda. Then it becomes difficult to spot unique opportunities that might not fit into your strategy/agenda, but do fit into the big picture. I always say that business opportunities are like buses, there’s always another one coming. Still, it sure feels good to run and jump on the first bus. If you want to spark some creativity and make exciting decisions, zoom out from the strategy, and keep your eyes peeled on the big picture (and the big buses!)

Here are a few other things that help me stay creative and inventive:

1. Constantly ask questions and remain curious about everything. Wherever I go and whoever I’m with, I ask dozens and dozens of questions a day. I’m an innately curious person, and I’ve learnt to really harness this throughout my career. I try to observe everything I see and think deeply about the things I hear. It’s a great way to develop better products and services (because you’re more tuned in than your competitors), and it’s a wonderful way to generate ideas. No ChatGPT required!

2. Listen, deeply. I say this a lot, but it is one of the most simple yet effective ways to spark creativity and come up with new ideas. The key here is to listen deeply to everyone. It’s not about only tuning in to motivational speakers, CEOs and shareholders. It’s also listening deeply to neighbours, baristas, employees, customers, and so on. If you want to open up your eyes, you’ve got to speak to people with different perspectives. Whenever I’m on a Virgin Atlantic or Virgin Australia flight, I chat to our passengers and ask them plenty of questions. It’s a great way to hear genuine feedback and refine your product. When I was on a Virgin Voyages ship recently, I sat down at the chess table and played back-to-back games with a bunch of sailors. I’m certain I learnt more from them than they learnt from me.

3. To be inventive, don’t try too hard to be inventive. My best ideas often come when I’m on holidays, or when I’m hiking, cycling, hitting a tennis ball, reading a book, sitting around the dinner table (or dancing on it), and playing with my grandkids. You’ve got to look up and out if you want to be visionary.

4. Surround yourself with interesting people and give them the confidence to share their most abstract ideas. Then repeat steps 1 and 2.

5. Write everything down. This is another piece of advice I share often, but I can’t stress it enough. I carry a notepad with me everywhere I go, and whenever I hear or see something interesting or unusual, I write it down. When you look back through your notes, you’ll often piece together the bones of a good idea. You’ll notice patterns that spark a line of thought that would have never occurred if you hadn’t recorded all these tiny moments and pieced them together.

6. Have fun. If you’ve stopped having fun, stop what you’re doing, and figure out how you can do it in a more fun way. Just by doing this, you’re being inventive. And you can’t be creative if you’re not having fun. People don’t focus on this enough!

Aden, I really hope this helps. It’s been a good reminder for myself too.

Until next month,

Richard

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