Smart, results-driven PR. Here and Now. Full-service PR/communications company helping clients in tech, telco, medtech, e-commerce, and software industries exceed their goals. Our experience is your advantage!Clients include established companies such as TCL Mobile, VinFast, Lucimed (Belgium), Fujitsu, Duracell Powermat, Intel, Samsung, Translated (Italy), and PR agencies; along with start-ups such as AstraNav, Pure Flix (acquired by Sony), Visaic, PONO, Silent Pocket and more.--Recently named U.S. PR agency of record for Translated, an Italian company that mixes human intelligence with AI/machine learning for translation services and more. --Supporting Citizen Relations in Irvine, Calif. as senior advisor and content creator/strategist for TCL Mobile, Fujitsu, and VinFast EVs. Recently supported agency with strategic content creation for VinFast at NY Auto Show, LA Auto Show, and CES 2023. -- Drove launch of SVOD platform Pure Flix Digital with internal and external PR/Comms., trade show strategy/support, media training, and targeted trade/consumer media relations. Also developed an online talk show ("Pure Talk") and the company's homeschool division. The company was acquired by (Sony) Affirm Entertainment in 2021.-- Supported Acoustic Sounds in its launch of high-resolution audio (SuperHiRez.com) and as a key driver in the rebirth of vinyl records.-- Supported Lantos Technologies, a Boston tech start-up, on all PR associated with the launch of Uvero custom earphones. Worked extensively with regional Boston and national media to help drive awareness and visibility, planning events, writing key collateral (press materials, FAQs, etc.), and more. -- Drove strong visibility in the mobile/tech space for autoGraph, a technology start-up with top-tier media relations, C-suite counsel, contributed content, and speaking engagements in the US, UK, and at Mobile World Congress.

Provided insight-driven MARCOM, public relations, corporate communications, media training, and social media support for tech and CPG companies in the U.S., Asia, and Europe. The company was re-launched and re-branded as Here and Now Public Relations in 2020 with additional capabilities and a renewed spirit..

If you've read any news about Sony's Internet-enabled TVs, mobile phones, high-end audio, or D-SLR cameras over the years, you've seen me and my team in action. Consistently high performance led to steady advancement (Senior Manager, 1998-2000; Director, 2000-2006; VP, 2006-2011).* As VP, directed a team of 12 and drove awareness, visibility, and ultimately, sales, for Sony's key consumer and B2B products, technologies, and services.*Exceeded expectations in overall levels of print, broadcast, and online media by 15-39% YoY since 2005 with creative strategic planning, targeted outreach and strong execution.*Industry leader in terms of relationships with top-tier tech and business media. Also have extensive experience working with online media/bloggers and served as editor of the Sony Electronics blog.*Responsible for the launch of 500+ key products, including Sony's first Internet TV. For that specific product, generated more than 1.4 billion impressions (vs. goal of 200 million) along with significant social media buzz to help Sony reach initial sales targets.*Helped shift the perception of Sony from a tech-only company to a lifestyle brand by incorporating artists from movies and music into consumer-facing activities.*Worked extensively with global counterparts in Tokyo and Europe to develop PR Best Practices.*Nominated by senior management as the only Sony corporate communications representative to serve on global task forces for 3D TV and Blu-ray.*Primary speechwriter for Sony Electronics and Sony Corp. senior executives (including Sir Howard Stringer, Kaz Hirai, and Jack Tretton) at major CE trade show press events.*Served as chairman of the Consumer Electronics Association's Communications Committee.

Integrated Advertising/Public Relations agency serving regional and national accounts. PR lead on Toshiba and State of Pennsylvania tourism accounts (including promoting the state as the first to issue license plates with web URL.).

Handled variety of accounts for Advertising/Public Relations agency, including the Atlantic City Convention and Visitors Authority and The MEM Co. (an international fragrance company).