For almost thirty years, I’ve been writing poems as a way to occasionally escape from the world news clutter, and to take my thoughts into places they wouldn’t normally go … funny, not serious places, and about unconsidered topics and subjects. I love to rhyme, especially when things shouldn’t. It was finally time for me to sort through some of my favorites, and turn a hobby into my first book. The name of the book is Dino Droppings. While my target audience is kids, my intention is to also… Show more For almost thirty years, I’ve been writing poems as a way to occasionally escape from the world news clutter, and to take my thoughts into places they wouldn’t normally go … funny, not serious places, and about unconsidered topics and subjects. I love to rhyme, especially when things shouldn’t. It was finally time for me to sort through some of my favorites, and turn a hobby into my first book. The name of the book is Dino Droppings. While my target audience is kids, my intention is to also bring out the kid in adults who read it, in much the same way that Shel Silverstein did in his many wonderful books, if you are familiar with them. If interested, you can preview and purchase it at Amazon, GoRead.com or Kindle. Show less

Whole-house water system manufacturer

Responsible for the management of the company’s largest region (the Northeast) with the greatest growth potential. Managed network distribution, field marketing, and Local Ad Sales activities. Developed sales strategies to compete head-to-head with larger network groups whose contractual and promotional leverage exceeded those of Hallmark Channel’s.

Responsible for all cable/telco Sales and Affiliate Relations activities including negotiating distribution agreements, field marketing implementation, forecasting and budgeting, short/long-term network planning and competitive strategies. Worked closely with other officers and department heads on issues and projects that affect Programming, Marketing, Research, Corporate Communications, Video Promotion, Operations, Legal… Show more Responsible for all cable/telco Sales and Affiliate Relations activities including negotiating distribution agreements, field marketing implementation, forecasting and budgeting, short/long-term network planning and competitive strategies. Worked closely with other officers and department heads on issues and projects that affect Programming, Marketing, Research, Corporate Communications, Video Promotion, Operations, Legal, Finance and Collections, and New Business initiatives and alliances for the company. Show less