Bryan Kristof Email & Phone Number

Wilmington, Nc, Us

Wilmington, North Carolina Area

Company SnapshotCraftspace is a design + build company that creates modular shipping container homes & cabins. In addition to predesigned & engineered models, the company also designs & builds custom single-family container homes as well as commercial structures. Focusing primarily within the state of North Carolina, Craftspace's container structures are architecturally designed and engineered to meet the NC building code and are approved by the State of North Carolina as a modular-certified building.Work HighlightsThe idea for Craftspace was inspired by my experience planning and designing a coworking space for Coworx (see below). The project involved the adaptive reuse of an old warehouse. Rather than using traditional stick-built construction to create interior offices, we repurposed old shipping containers. In conjunction with the development of the Coworx office space, I played an integral role in the launch of The Cargo District, an urban revitalization project encompassing several city blocks and featuring container apartments, restaurants and boutique shops. These experiences re-ignited my passion for architecture & design. To date, the Craftspace portfolio has encompassed everything from backyard art studios and pool cabanas to custom container homes and a multi-story boutique hotel.

Wilmington, North Carolina Area

Company SnapshotCoworx provides shared workspace including private offices, dedicated desks and conference room rentals. Founded in 2011, Coworx is one of the first coworking companies established in North Carolina and has served as the home for a wide variety of small businesses, gig workers and startups since its inception. Work HighlightsI started Coworx in order to provide an affordable, creative and collaborative workspace for entrepreneurs and freelancers. As an owner/operator the company began with a single location and approximately 3,000sf of space and eventually grew the company to encompass three different locations and over 20,000sf of shared office space. As part of the company's expansion, I developed a brand licensing agreement with a real estate developer to expand the coworx brand. I sold the company in 2020 after nearly a decade of ownership.

Wilmington, North Carolina Area

Company SnapshotLocated in Wilmington, NC, Tayloe/Gray (formerly Tayloe Gray Kristof), provides design, marketing and technology services. Starting as a small two-person shop, the company has evolved as one of the region's largest full-service marketing and advertising agencies, serving clients such as Duke Energy, Kampgrounds of America (KOA), the NC Azalea Festival and Run DMC. Work HighlightsAfter starting my own marketing agency and growing the company for three years, I made the decision to merge with Tayloe/Gray, which was a small technology-centric, web development company. The new agency was branded as Tayloe Gray Kristof (TGK). As an Owner and Chief Marketing Officer at Tayloe Gray Kristof (TGK), my focus was on new business development as well as leading the agency's brand strategy and creative teams. I sold my partnership interest in the agency in 2016.

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States

ompany SnapshotWith roots in traditional graphic and print design, Signal has evolved into a full-service digital marketing agency servicing multinational customers in a variety of market segments. Companies such as NC Blue Cross & Blue Shield, GE, Mack, John Deere, Bayer, Glaxo Smith Kline and Lowe's Home Improvement have all engaged Signal to help deliver various print and digital marketing programs.Work HighlightsOriginally positioned as a graphic and web design company, I began work with the company to assist with sales and business development and to provide strategic marketing services as part of a growth and diversification strategy. As digital marketing and social media platforms quickly emerged in the early 2000's, I led the company’s new media and web marketing initiatives and helped increase revenue by introducing search engine marketing, email marketing, social media marketing and web analytics services.

Wilmington, North Carolina Area

Company SnapshotOne of North Carolina's oldest architectural practices, Boney Architects (now LS3P) was established in 1922 and evolved as one of the largest architectural firms in North Carolina. A recipient of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) North Carolina Firm of the Year Award, the company's key practice areas include education, healthcare, commercial and government. Following a merger with LS3P Associates, the company diversified its service offerings and expanded its geographical footprint to include offices throughout the Southeast and over 450 employees.Work HighlightsAs a multi-generational architectural firm, one of my primary responsibilities involved helping the practice create a new, forward-thinking brand. Starting with the development of a strategic marketing plan, I led the design and implementation of a new brand identity for the company including a new logo, marketing collateral and website to reflect strategic vertical market sectors. Aggressive public relations and earned media programs helped to increase exposure to new markets and overall brand awareness. Additionally, my team was responsible for development of proposal submissions and new business pitches for the firm's multi-million dollar construction projects.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Company SnapshotLocated in Vancouver, British Columbia, Epic Data is a technology company providing supply chain solutions for manufacturing companies throughout Canada, United States, Europe, Middle East & Asia. A publicly traded company on the Toronto Stock Exchange, Epic Data's customers include Lockheed Martin, Bell Helicopter, Bombardier Learjet, GE Aircraft Engines, Komatsu, Rolls-Royce and Volvo among others. Work HighlightsAs Director, Corporate Marketing & Communications I was responsible for leading the marketing department and delivery of the company's global communication efforts. Following the acquisition of two companies, I led the implementation of a corporate rebranding which encompassed a new corporate identity system as well as the development of all new marketing collateral and digital assets. My team was also responsible for the marketing launch of the company's new wireless technology initiative encompassing an aggressive public relations program, advertising and trade show schedule. As a publicly traded company, my responsibilities also included creating press releases and financial communications including quarterly and annual reports.

Ithaca, New York, United States

Company OverviewOriginally The Thomas Group, a 250+ Person Architecture & Engineering Firm with regional offices throughout New York & New Jersey. The company focuses on public sector projects primarily for K-12 and higher education clients and was ranked 11th nationally by Engineering News Record for education construction work. Acquired by Tetra Tech a publicly traded company with 450 locations and over 20,000 employeesWork HighlightsServing as Marketing Manager for one of the largest Architecture + Engineering firms in the Northeast, my responsibilities encompassed a broad range of activities from internal & external communications, branding and new business development. Additionally, my team was responsible for development of pre-qualification and proposal submissions for multi-million dollar construction projects.

Marketing & Communications

A.A.S., Advertising & Communications