Kim Bogesdorfer, Founder of The Consult Box and Connector.

Established 2015, Part Time while working with other companies.

Collaborative agency:  Works with other owners and their agencies, to bring the best talent, lowest overhead.  We do not own brick and mortar and we do have a flexible, tenured staff with loads of experience in different veins of business.  Bringing you the best quality in people.

Nickname:  “Bogey,”

Experience:  Over 25 years of diverse experience in sales across the Pittsburgh region and across the US.

Career Business spans:  Hospitality, advertising agencies, retail, travel, sports, contract negotiations, sales, teaching and mentoring new account executives, worker’s comp, customer service, advertising, events, entertainment, and sponsorship.

Notable Strengths:  Tenacious, Resourceful, Advocating for others, Connectivity to People

Shortcomings:  Impatient, Schedule overloading and Expectations High for All to Work at My Pace

Passionate For:  The Elderly, Kids and Dogs, Critters and Animals of all kinds, Physically and Mentally Challenged, Military and Vets.

Sports:  

Sixteen years with the Pittsburgh Penguins and 3 1/2 years with the Pittsburgh Riverhounds, she led the Sports Partnership and Corporate Sales Department. Both roles took her and the teams through bankruptcy where she learned to roll with the punches.  Role included:  strategic sales partnerships and service, managing significant contracts such as gate entrances, concourse areas, broadcast rights, and high-profile sponsorships. Her commitment to sponsorship secured a third of the budget for the Penguins new building.

Spare Time:  Enjoys spending time with her husband, friends, and their canine companions, Ralphie and Pea Jae.  Passionate about volunteering and providing assistance where possible to those in need.

My Angel Connection:  

Her brother, born with Down Syndrome, was her guiding light, spiritually and musically.  After spending time at home, he was a housemate within the National Barber Institute Group Home and Day Program in Bridgeville.  She continues to work with this group as they became an extension of her and Ronnie’s family both at school and at the group home environment.  They are an icon for those youth and adults with challenges.

In the Spirit of Partnership: 

She and her husband enjoy entertaining and travelling.  They have an antique business, The Alley Cats, which buys, sells and barters items from estates, house sales and cleanouts.  We love the history of an item and try to keep all we can from just being discarded.  Kim finds joy in connecting good people with one another, seeking long-term successful partnerships in both her personal and professional life.

Driven to succeed for others:  The Consult Box moves forward with a commitment to excellence, efficiency, and strategic partnerships, embodying a career dedicated to maximizing client success across multiple industries.

Michael Panish

Michael Panish hails from a suburb near Philadelphia and has made a mark in Pittsburgh’s vibrant business scene. With a career spanning various roles in project management and business development, Michael brings a wealth of expertise to The Consult Box.

At The Consult Box, Michael specializes in creating customized partnership solutions, designing impactful branded materials, and developing innovative sales tools to drive client success. This role leverages his diverse background in sales, marketing, and partnership management.

Previously, Michael led significant initiatives at Temple Sports Properties, where he honed skills in CRM automation and sales strategy. As Manager of Business Development at Temple Sports Properties, Michael managed a substantial portfolio and pioneered new activations to strengthen sponsor relationships. His tenure at the Pittsburgh Three Rivers Marathon and Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC saw impressive achievements in revenue growth, event management, and partnership optimization.

Michael’s expertise in CRM systems, cloud applications, and partnership solutions underscores his commitment to enhancing business performance and fostering valuable relationships. Whether through developing tailored solutions or leading innovative projects, Michael is dedicated to driving success and creating meaningful impact.

When he’s not working, Michael enjoys unwinding with his dog Iroh on long walks, cheering on Philadelphia sports teams, exploring new destinations through travel, and staying active by playing soccer.