President and CEOGlobal, full-service, award-winning, nationally recognized communications firm providing advertising, marketing, PR, and traditional, social, and digital media to for-profit and non-profit clients. Company started by Clapp in 2001, grew significantly, and was acquired by an integrated marketing and PR firm. Well respected and trusted business to all clients, with 95% of new business obtained by referrals. Successful employee and client engagement with very high retention rates in an industry that has traditionally high turnover ─ average employee service of 5+ and client average of 7+ years.Drove vision and strategy for a complex organizational environment that spanned education, healthcare, non-profit, government, and corporate clients. Managed P&L ($10M budget), directed all aspects of company operations, and led a diverse team of staff and contractors both onsite and remote. Oversaw business development initiatives.

Senior Account Executive & Special Projects ManagementSpearheaded media sales and special projects. Supported marketing and business development for the Atlanta Jewish Times, Detroit Jewish News and Vancouver Jewish Times. Instrumental in founding Style Magazine, the Palm Beach Jewish Times and the company’s newsletter division. • Consistently named top performer in the region in sales.• Designated as key counsel for the Publisher.• Developed and executed strategy for the sweeping changes in the print publishing business.