Creative, confident and highly qualified communications, PR, and marketing professional. Over 15 years of experience with a proven track record of exceeding company goals, increasing market presence, and building brands, while developing high performing teams and reducing costs. Adept at operating on a long-term strategy level as well as day-to-day. High level executive communication skills including written, verbal, presentation, and public speaking. Created a personal network of over 700 editorial and media contacts for driving highly successful in-house marketing efforts. Industry experience in: architectural products, ceramic floor/wall tile, dinnerware, glassware, giftware, decorative home accessories, and fashion related consumer and commerical products.Specialties: Marketing, Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Advertising, Media Planning, Public Speaking, Trend Forecasting, & Product Development.