Ted Vaughn

Co-Founder of Historic & EVP at Masterworks ⚡️ Author of Culture Built My Brand ⚡️ Host of The Future Nonprofit podcast ⚡️ Leveraging brand strategy, clarity, and culture to fuel human & social good.

Ted Vaughn is a prominent figure in brand strategy and culture, currently serving as a Partner - Brand, Culture, and Strategy at Historic Agency, a strategic consultancy based in Phoenix, Arizona. He has held this position since September 2014, where he focuses on helping brands align their missions with actionable strategies to create positive impacts in their communities.1

Professional Background

Historic Agency: As a partner, Vaughn's role involves strategic planning, change management, and digital communication to assist organizations in fulfilling their missions effectively.1
Forbes Agency Council: He contributed as a writer from January 2022 to January 2023, sharing insights on branding and strategy.1
CDF Capital: From January 2016 to December 2020, he led the Leadership Capital team, aiding faith-based non-profits in enhancing their organizational clarity and health.1
Slingshot Group: Vaughn served as the Brand, Communication, and Culture Director from April 2009 to April 2017, focusing on staffing and coaching for churches and non-profits.1

Skills and Certifications

Vaughn possesses several certifications including:

Strategic Operational Planning
Situational Leadership
Executive Leadership
Emotional Intelligence
Team Cohesion Strategies.1

Additional Information

He is also recognized for his work as a host of The Future Nonprofit podcast and is the author of Culture Built My Brand, emphasizing the importance of culture in branding efforts.2 His extensive experience includes leadership roles within various churches and organizations focused on community service and outreach.

Vaughn resides in Solana Beach, California, and is fluent in Spanish.1