I am the Founder and Chief Creative of River + Wolf, a top-ranked brand naming and writing agency that works with established and emerging companies in every industry. For over a decade I have led the creative process of developing hundreds of brand names, stories, and messages for clients such as Maison Ferrand, CapGemini, Target, Sephora, Calvin Klein, Philips, Harman Kardon, Yum China, and Burt's Bees. I also enjoy partnering with start-ups, entrepreneurs, and others in search of a memorable and meaningful company and/or product name.As a verbal branding consultant and storyteller with more than 30 years of experience, I have a passion for creating distinctive and compelling verbal identities that resonate with audiences and reflect the essence of the brand. I have a master of arts in English and communication arts from New York University, and have published multiple articles and books on the art and science of brand naming. I have also been interviewed and featured by leading media outlets such as the New York Times, Fast Company, Forbes, Inc., NBC, AdAge, and CrainsNY. Additionally, I have lectured and conducted workshops on naming at prestigious institutions such as Columbia University, the Wharton School, Cinquieme Sens, and Institut Francaise de la Mode. My mission is to help clients find the perfect name for their brand and tell their unique story with clarity and impact.