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{{Infobox Person
| name = Kris Mullins
| name = Kris Mullins
| other_names = Kris Kraze Mullins
| other_names = Kris Kraze Mullins
| image = Kris Mullins 1163.png
| image = Kris Mullins 1163.png
| birth_name = Kristopher Mullins
| birth_name = Kristopher Mullins
| birth_date = 1985
| birth_date = 1985
| birth_place = [[United States]]
| birth_place = [[United States]]
| alma_mater = [[San Diego City College]]<br>[[Coastline Community College]]<br>[[Platt College (San Diego)|Platt College]]
| alma_mater = [[San Diego City College]]<br>[[Coastline Community College]]<br>[[Platt College (San Diego)|Platt College]]
| occupation = Entrepreneur, actor
| occupation = Entrepreneur, actor
| contact = [https://kriskraze.com/ www.kriskraze.com]
| contact = [https://kriskraze.com/ www.kriskraze.com]
}}
}}
'''Kristopher Mullins''' (born April 23, 1985) is an American entrepreneur and actor with professional experience in special effects for music videos and a diverse range of business ventures. He is the founder of several companies, including iLikeThatDJ Ent., KCM Investments, CryoFX, Co2 Cannon, HollywoodSpecialFX, Project Green Advancements, Mullins & McGinn Publishing, SanitizeFX, and Founders Field Day.
'''Kristopher Mullins''' (born April 23, 1985) is an American entrepreneur and actor known for his work in special effects for music videos and a variety of business ventures. He has founded numerous companies, including iLikeThatDJ Ent., KCM Investments, CryoFX, Co2 Cannon, HollywoodSpecialFX, Project Green Advancements, Mullins & McGinn Publishing, SanitizeFX, and Founders Field Day.
==Early Life and Education==
==Early Life and Education==
Mullins attended San Diego City College, where he earned an Associate of Arts degree in Electronic Music Production in 2004. He later completed an Associate of Science degree in Engineering from Coastline Community College in 2005. In 2006, he received an Associate of Arts degree in Web Design, Graphic Design, and Marketing from Platt College. He subsequently obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Video Production, Marketing, and Branding in 2008, followed by a Bachelor of Applied Science in Music from San Diego City College in 2011.
Mullins began his higher education at San Diego City College, earning an Associate of Arts degree in Electronic Music Production in 2004. He then obtained an Associate of Science in Engineering from Coastline Community College in 2005. The following year, he completed an Associate of Arts in Web Design, Graphic Design, and Marketing at Platt College. Mullins continued his studies, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Video Production, Marketing, and Branding in 2008, and later a Bachelor of Applied Science in Music from San Diego City College in 2011.
In 2021, Mullins earned a Master Practitioner certification in Neuro-Linguistic Programming from the Academy of Applied Psychology. He obtained an NCI-2 certification in behavior profiling from Neuro-Cognitive Intelligence University in 2025.
In 2021, Mullins received a Master Practitioner certification in Neuro-Linguistic Programming from the Academy of Applied Psychology. He also earned an NCI-2 certification in behavior profiling from Neuro-Cognitive Intelligence University in 2025.
==Career==
==Career==
===Special Effects and Acting===
===Special Effects and Acting===
Mullins has served as a special effects supervisor for various music video productions, including ''Starlight (Could You Be Mine)'' (2014) by Don Diablo & Matt Nash, ''Like Home'' (2013) by Nicky Romero & Nervo, and ''Take Me'' (2016) by Nicky Romero featuring Colton Avery.
Mullins has worked as a special effects supervisor on several music videos, including Don Diablo & Matt Nash's ''Starlight (Could You Be Mine)'' (2014), Nicky Romero & Nervo's ''Like Home'' (2013), and Nicky Romero's ''Take Me'' (2016) featuring Colton Avery.
His on-screen appearances include music videos for ''Legacy'' (2013) by Nicky Romero & Krewella and ''Take Me'' (2016) by Nicky Romero. In 2013, he and his brother, Kenny Mullins, were featured on the television show ''Total Blackout''. The brothers also performed together as the musical duo DJ Kray-Z-K and Jakato.<ref>DJ Kray-Z-K (2013-02-05). "[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4M1KYmCUtSo Total Blackout ft. Kray-Z-K & Jakato]". ''YouTube''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref>
=== Business Career ===
===Business Career===
Mullins is the founder of CryoFX LLC, a company specializing in CO₂ effects for immersive experiences, including collaborations with Electronic Arts (EA).<ref>Dalal, Caroline. "[https://resident.com/destinations/2025/01/11/luxe-vegas-hitting-the-jackpot-of-style-and-sophistication Luxe Vegas: Hitting the Jackpot of Style and Sophistication]". ''Resident Magazine''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref><ref name=":0">"[http://www.mercurynews.com/bay-area-news/ci_29904591/great-america-ready-unleash-thrilling-mass-effect Great America ready to unleash thrilling 'Mass Effect' - San Jose Mercury News]". May 21, 2016. Archived from [https://web.archive.org/web/20160521023212/http://www.mercurynews.com/bay-area-news/ci_29904591/great-america-ready-unleash-thrilling-mass-effect the original] on May 21, 2016. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref> CryoFX LLC contributed special effects for ''Mass Effect: New Earth at California’s Great America''.<ref name=":0" /> He also co-founded Mullins & McGinn Publishing, a firm focused on digital content and website management. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, he launched SanitizeFX, a company producing sanitation products.
Mullins founded CryoFX LLC, a company that specializes in CO₂ special effects for immersive experiences, and has collaborated with companies like Electronic Arts (EA).<ref>Dalal, Caroline. "[https://resident.com/destinations/2025/01/11/luxe-vegas-hitting-the-jackpot-of-style-and-sophistication Luxe Vegas: Hitting the Jackpot of Style and Sophistication]". ''Resident Magazine''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref><ref name=":0">"[http://www.mercurynews.com/bay-area-news/ci_29904591/great-america-ready-unleash-thrilling-mass-effect Great America ready to unleash thrilling 'Mass Effect' - San Jose Mercury News]". May 21, 2016. Archived from [https://web.archive.org/web/20160521023212/http://www.mercurynews.com/bay-area-news/ci_29904591/great-america-ready-unleash-thrilling-mass-effect the original] on May 21, 2016. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref> CryoFX LLC was involved in the special effects for the ''Mass Effect: New Earth'' attraction at California’s Great America.<ref name=":0" /> Additionally, he co-founded Mullins & McGinn Publishing, a firm dedicated to digital content and website management. In reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic, he established SanitizeFX, a company that produces sanitation products.
From 2024 to 2025, Mullins held the position of Chief Marketing Officer at Capital Max.<ref>Hub, The Human Capital. "[https://www.thehumancapitalhub.com/articles/how-to-attract-top-talent-in-a-remote-world-9-best-practices#google_vignette How to Attract Top Talent in a Remote World: 9 Best Practices]". ''Human Capital Hub''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref><ref>Plahonina, Mary; admin (2024-05-16). "[https://reverbico.com/blog/big-data-insights-leveraging-analytics-to-refine-e-commerce-marketing-strategies/ Big Data Insights: Leveraging Analytics To Refine E-commerce Marketing Strategies]". ''REVERB''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref><ref>"[https://www.robinwaite.com/blog/top-7-mistakes-to-avoid-when-using-lead-generation-apps-for-recruitment Mistakes to Avoid When Using Lead Generation Apps for Recruitment]". ''www.robinwaite.com''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref><ref>Jackson, Margaret. "[https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/24/07/39662917/2024s-hottest-investment-despite-housing-crisis-experts-explain-why-rental-properties-will-make-you 2024's Hottest Investment? Despite Housing Crisis, Experts Explain Why Rental Properties Will Make You Rich]". ''Benzinga''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref> He is also associated with Legends Equity Group, a network focused on investment and entrepreneurship.<ref>"[https://www.legendsequitygroup.com/blank-2 Meet the Legends Tribe]". ''Legends Equity Group''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref>
In the logistics sector, Mullins has contributed to the development of AI-powered analytics, digital tracking systems, and automated dispatching. He has also been involved in creating strategic approaches to digital branding and marketing and has presented on subjects such as AI-assisted employee onboarding, brand automation, and the use of AI-generated voice in corporate branding.<ref>IndustryTrends (2024-09-06). "[https://www.analyticsinsight.net/tech-news/how-to-use-automation-to-simplify-your-remote-hiring-process How to Use Automation to Simplify Your Remote Hiring Process]". ''Analytics Insight''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref><ref>PYMNTS (2024-08-14). "[https://www.pymnts.com/artificial-intelligence-2/2024/multimodal-ai-impacts-retail-from-voice-assistants-to-checkout-free-shopping/ Multimodal AI Impacts Retail From Voice Assistants to Checkout-Free Shopping]". ''PYMNTS.com''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref><ref>"[https://www.pymnts.com/tag/kris-mullins/ Kris Mullins Archives]". ''www.pymnts.com''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref>
Mullins has also commented on developments in the gaming industry, supporting tools that facilitate the formation of in-game communities.<ref>Sayers, Simon (2024-05-16). "[https://www.psu.com/news/leveraging-gaming-communities-effective-digital-marketing-strategies-for-in-game-engagement/ Leveraging Gaming Communities: Effective Digital Marketing Strategies for In-Game Engagement]". ''PlayStation Universe''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref> In the context of retail trading, he has highlighted vulnerabilities in digital infrastructure and advocated for technological improvements to manage increased trading volumes and prevent system outages.<ref>Lyudvig, Anna (2024-08-08). "[https://www.tradersmagazine.com/featured_articles/brokerage-outages-highlight-vulnerabilities-in-the-infrastructure-of-online-trading-platforms/ Broker Outages Highlight Vulnerabilities in the Infrastructure of Retail Trading Platforms]". ''Traders Magazine''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref>
Mullins has also weighed in on the gaming industry, showing support for tools that help build in-game communities.<ref>Sayers, Simon (2024-05-16). "[https://www.psu.com/news/leveraging-gaming-communities-effective-digital-marketing-strategies-for-in-game-engagement/ Leveraging Gaming Communities: Effective Digital Marketing Strategies for In-Game Engagement]". ''PlayStation Universe''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref> Regarding retail trading, he has pointed out weaknesses in digital infrastructure and called for technological upgrades to handle higher trading volumes and avoid system failures.<ref>Lyudvig, Anna (2024-08-08). "[https://www.tradersmagazine.com/featured_articles/brokerage-outages-highlight-vulnerabilities-in-the-infrastructure-of-online-trading-platforms/ Broker Outages Highlight Vulnerabilities in the Infrastructure of Retail Trading Platforms]". ''Traders Magazine''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref>
He established the Virtual Scaling Accelerator Program and the V.E.T.E.R.A.N.S. Blueprint Framework, both focused on business growth and marketing automatio.<ref>Staff, Editorial (2025-02-13). "[https://thecitizenpulse.com/serial-entrepreneur-launches-global-programs-for-business-growth-and-scaling-expert-reveals-blueprint-for-success-in-marketing-automation-and-scaling-strategies/ Serial Entrepreneur Launches Global Programs for Business Growth and Scaling: Expert Reveals Blueprint for Success in Marketing, Automation, and Scaling Strategies]". ''thecitizenpulse.com''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref><ref name=":1">"[https://www.fox21news.com/business/press-releases/ein-presswire/786994269/kris-mullins-joins-legacy-makers-tv-to-share-insights-on-scaling-businesses-mastery-and-entrepreneurial-success/ Kris Mullins Joins Legacy Makers TV to Share insights on Scaling Businesses, Mastery, and Entrepreneurial Success]". ''Fox21 News''.</ref>
He created the Virtual Scaling Accelerator Program and the V.E.T.E.R.A.N.S. Blueprint Framework, both of which are designed to foster business growth and marketing automation.<ref>Staff, Editorial (2025-02-13). "[https://thecitizenpulse.com/serial-entrepreneur-launches-global-programs-for-business-growth-and-scaling-expert-reveals-blueprint-for-success-in-marketing-automation-and-scaling-strategies/ Serial Entrepreneur Launches Global Programs for Business Growth and Scaling: Expert Reveals Blueprint for Success in Marketing, Automation, and Scaling Strategies]". ''thecitizenpulse.com''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref><ref name=":1">"[https://www.fox21news.com/business/press-releases/ein-presswire/786994269/kris-mullins-joins-legacy-makers-tv-to-share-insights-on-scaling-businesses-mastery-and-entrepreneurial-success/ Kris Mullins Joins Legacy Makers TV to Share insights on Scaling Businesses, Mastery, and Entrepreneurial Success]". ''Fox21 News''.</ref>
===Media and Public Engagements===
===Media and Public Engagements===
Mullins has regularly participated in public forums addressing topics such as business development, marketing, and automation. Since 2022, he has been affiliated with the Grant Cardone 10X Business Coach Program. He was featured in the television series ''Legacy Makers'', where he discussed his entrepreneurial strategies.<ref>Mullins, Kris. "[https://www.legacymakerstv.com/kris-mullins Watch Kris Mullins in Legacy Makers Coming Summer 2025]". ''www.legacymakerstv.com''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref><ref name=":1" />
Mullins is a frequent participant in public discussions on topics like business development, marketing, and automation. Since 2022, he has been part of the Grant Cardone 10X Business Coach Program. He was also featured on the television series ''Legacy Makers'', where he shared his entrepreneurial insights.<ref>Mullins, Kris. "[https://www.legacymakerstv.com/kris-mullins Watch Kris Mullins in Legacy Makers Coming Summer 2025]". ''www.legacymakerstv.com''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref><ref name=":1" />
In 2023, ''The Wall Street Journal'' cited Mullins in its coverage of the car-sharing platform Turo, where he discussed trends in rental-based business models.<ref>The Wall Street Journal (2019-11-26). "[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swNgImx5Vwk Why Turo, the 'Airbnb for Cars', Is Angering Rental Companies]". ''YouTube''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref><ref>"[https://www.wsj.com/video/series/in-depth-features/turo-the-airbnb-for-cars-angers-rental-car-companies/630DBF81-3E2E-46A5-B147-3C3AE42C53D8?mod=bizbuysell_trending_now_video_pos2 Turo, the 'Airbnb for Cars', Angers Rental Car Companies]". ''WSJ''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref><ref>(2019-12-02). "[https://openroad.turo.com/updates/2019/12/2/turo-the-airbnb-for-cars-angers-rental-car-companies Turo OpenRoad]". ''Turo OpenRoad''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref> His insights on marketing and investment have appeared in publications such as ''GoBankingRates'' and ''Marketer Interview''.<ref>"[https://finance.yahoo.com/news/real-estate-experts-why-don-130044917.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAEw-LWU497KuDsRIepodwjT1o_grZvBStIkejvNE6Uc3-yA1LDmWwSXp1T_37r_gC5_FWdyiSdenzix_tz3ljVhlcXNTFBwTE7ideQak-kcwcirM4PpiXtYUwAEw9ODM3vJplqL5DsMNAZ_TKGkwvS8v3qIkwatimDmdtoh9Sa03 Real Estate Experts: Why You Don't Want To Wait To Invest In Rental Properties]". ''Yahoo Finance''.</ref><ref>"[https://www.aol.com/finance/real-estate-experts-why-don-130044312.html?guccounter=1 AOL]".</ref><ref>"[https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/retirement/here-s-how-much-millennials-can-save-by-moving-from-nyc-to-the-south/ar-BB1pBrlR?ocid=BingNewsVerp Here's How Much Millennials Can Save by Moving From NYC to the South]". ''www.msn.com''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref><ref>(2024-07-08). "[https://www.gobankingrates.com/money/economy/heres-how-much-millennials-can-save-by-moving-from-nyc-to-the-south/ Here's How Much Millennials Can Save by Moving From NYC to the South]". ''GOBankingRates''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref>
In 2023, ''The Wall Street Journal'' featured Mullins in an article about the car-sharing service Turo, where he commented on trends in rental-based business models.<ref>The Wall Street Journal (2019-11-26). "[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swNgImx5Vwk Why Turo, the 'Airbnb for Cars', Is Angering Rental Companies]". ''YouTube''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref><ref>"[https://www.wsj.com/video/series/in-depth-features/turo-the-airbnb-for-cars-angers-rental-car-companies/630DBF81-3E2E-46A5-B147-3C3AE42C53D8?mod=bizbuysell_trending_now_video_pos2 Turo, the 'Airbnb for Cars', Angers Rental Car Companies]". ''WSJ''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref><ref>(2019-12-02). "[https://openroad.turo.com/updates/2019/12/2/turo-the-airbnb-for-cars-angers-rental-car-companies Turo OpenRoad]". ''Turo OpenRoad''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref> His perspectives on marketing and investment have been published in outlets such as ''GoBankingRates'' and ''Marketer Interview''.<ref>"[https://finance.yahoo.com/news/real-estate-experts-why-don-130044917.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAEw-LWU497KuDsRIepodwjT1o_grZvBStIkejvNE6Uc3-yA1LDmWwSXp1T_37r_gC5_FWdyiSdenzix_tz3ljVhlcXNTFBwTE7ideQak-kcwcirM4PpiXtYUwAEw9ODM3vJplqL5DsMNAZ_TKGkwvS8v3qIkwatimDmdtoh9Sa03 Real Estate Experts: Why You Don't Want To Wait To Invest In Rental Properties]". ''Yahoo Finance''.</ref><ref>"[https://www.aol.com/finance/real-estate-experts-why-don-130044312.html?guccounter=1 AOL]".</ref><ref>"[https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/retirement/here-s-how-much-millennials-can-save-by-moving-from-nyc-to-the-south/ar-BB1pBrlR?ocid=BingNewsVerp Here's How Much Millennials Can Save by Moving From NYC to the South]". ''www.msn.com''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref><ref>(2024-07-08). "[https://www.gobankingrates.com/money/economy/heres-how-much-millennials-can-save-by-moving-from-nyc-to-the-south/ Here's How Much Millennials Can Save by Moving From NYC to the South]". ''GOBankingRates''. Retrieved 2025-03-17.</ref>
He has also commented on proposed changes to real estate commission structures, highlighting their potential effects on competitive bidding and transaction timelines in the housing sector.<ref>"[https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news/how-the-new-real-estate-commission-rules-hurt-homebuyers-081924.html How the new real estate commission rules hurt homebuyers]". ''ConsumerAffairs''.</ref>
He has also provided commentary on proposed adjustments to real estate commission structures, noting their potential impact on competitive bidding and the timelines of housing transactions.<ref>"[https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news/how-the-new-real-estate-commission-rules-hurt-homebuyers-081924.html How the new real estate commission rules hurt homebuyers]". ''ConsumerAffairs''.</ref>
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