Recommendations
Skills, experience, and training are extremely important when it comes to strategy. But what's more important? Their impact in the real world. Read what some of my respected colleagues have to say.
President & CEO, AREA203 Digital
Brian is an 'idea machine' ....someone who can quickly and creatively piece together the needs of the market, customer and company into innovative marketing plans and execution. He's never constrained by a 'box' and is always pushing the envelope and succeeding with marketing campaigns that tailor fit the situation. I saw his success firsthand across multiple client engagements and would be happy to share more if you'd like to contact me directly.
Chief Strategy Officer, AREA203 Digital
I worked with Brian for almost 11 months. In that time, I found him to be a smart, savvy strategist with an ability to quickly and effectively put new strategies and tactics into practice. No hand-holding needed; Brian is a self-directed, results-oriented team player with a desire to deliver excellent results for his clients. I'd welcome an opportunity to work with him again.
Integrated, Multi-Channel Marketing Expert, AREA203 Digital
Brian understands the importance of research and the role it plays in outlining a strategic direction. During the process, he always creates the plan and final proposal from the view of a consumer. He has a great appreciation for putting the consumer first and understands the importance of knowing who the consumer is and the consumer’s needs. Brian has no qualms about including others in the process and obtaining feedback and asking questions. I have enjoyed reading Brian’s briefs and learning more about consumers in different industries. He is a invaluable piece of the puzzle that all companies need.
Research Manager at Centrac DC
Brian clearly recognizes the value of market research to maximize the impact of branding and advertising efforts, particularly in the digital space. I have had the pleasure of working with Brian in my role as a Research Manager at Centrac DC Marketing Research. There was one particular qualitative research project where Brian particularly shined. The project was challenged by tight timelines and multiple stakeholders (with multiple objectives), and Brian exhibited the responsiveness, decisiveness and strong leadership needed to help keep this project on task.
Creative Media Planner and Strategist
Working with Brian is always such a joy! Brian's approach to strategy is a balance of logic and innovation. Brian takes a methodical approach in developing a strategy. Brian does a great job at doing the necessary research and then lays an attainable road map for clients. He is a valuable team player and is always very smart about collaborating with the right team members to get projects done!
Vice President of Business Development at Cloudswell
Brian helped the team at Cloudswell develop corporate strategy and position in the market. His diligence in asking questions, looking for clarity and the ability to translate such to structured strategic document was welcomed and needed. Brian was organized and met the expectations of delivery and communication. He is a team member in a matrix environment and coped with the daily trials and communication. I strongly endorse Brian for his skills that I experienced at Area203.
Co-founder: Trumpet/Idea Village/Naked Pizza
Brian is an superb senior-level communications strategist. At Trumpet, he was directly accountable to clients with seven-figure marketing budgets. He is a tremendous team player, unselfish, dedicated, thorough and willing to lead as well as attend to details. He is particularly gifted in online and promotional extensions of campaigns facilitating beyond strategy through execution. Additionally, he has exceptional experience in sports marketing. For a senior communications strategy/planning role, Brian has my unqualified recommendation on the basis of his performance, personal integrity, and accountability.
Brand Strategist at trumpet
At an agency like Trumpet, projects aren't always structured traditionally. Brian was able to adapt strong management principles to widely varied tasks the most impressive of which was understanding and leveraging online communities for more meaningful dialogue on behalf of Brands.
Partner, Director of Brand Study at Trumpet
Brian was a great asset to Trumpet. Brian managed our 2nd and 3rd largest clients flawlessly. This was no easy task, as because of their size and needs, they required many diverse resources -- working concurrently -- to be successful. Brian's senior level orchestration of all these resources was excellent and our clients were very appreciative of his calming, "can do" attitude, even in the harshest conditions. He is already missed.
Vice President, Media + Marketing at The Active Network, Inc.
While at the Active Marketing Group, Brian brought complex integrated campaigns to life. Not only did he reliably execute basic campaign deliverables, but he proactively anticipated the future needs and issues of our clients. Brian is a hard worker, very creative and a great team player.
Vice President & Global Lead- Digital Consulting Services at GENPACT LLC
Brian managed a variety of client projects very effectively within our marketing operations team. Brian is a highly likeable team player who consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic and very focused approach to his work. I highly recommend Brian.
Sports Management Professional
I had the opportunity to work with Brian on a number of complex client activation programs at AMG including sampling, branding, and event promotions. While Brian certainly relied on his creativity, budget management, and problem-solving skills to successfully execute client deliverables, I found Brian's most impressive attribute to be his ability to create quality relationships and rapport with his clients, thus resulting in program renewals and longer term business.
