The Author

Welcome to SmartBrandBlog, a site I’ve developed for review and discussion about brand marketing and its many intertwined components.  I’ve also added a few additional thoughts about my personal philosophies and interests – largely to have a means to share my views with the public and friends.

I am a brand marketing strategist located in Reno, Nevada with more than 20 years of  experience in both mature and high growth companies. My profession expertise combines building businesses and rejuvenating brands by identifying their market opportunities, crafting a vision, developing core strategies, hiring and training talent, and leading high-performing teams.

Through SmartBrand, as well as decades of work with various clients and agencies, I’ve helped many companies launch successful brand platforms and projects such as the Montage, Caesars Palace, Discovery Channel, ESPN, NBC, The Palms Las Vegas, MGM Grand Hotel, Porsche Cars North America ,Southwest Airlines and the Universities of Nevada in both Reno and Las Vegas.

I’ve also provided consulting services for regional development organizations such as the Reno-Sparks Convention & Visitors Authority and the Northern Nevada Development Authority.  I also hold a deep passion for giving back to the community through my work with the United Way and numerous nonprofit and community organizations, such as the City of Reno Arts & Culture Commission, and Health Access Washoe County.

I’m passionate about  social media and professional networking, through trade associations, as well as through a host of social media channels.  Just pick one from the list below and connect with me!

And many other social sites…so keep an eye open for me.

Please contact me anytime with your thoughts and ideas anytime!

Disclaimer:

My views and opinions represented on this blog are my opinions only and are in no way endorsed or supported by any company I am affiliated with. Commentary is offered as constructive criticism, rather than public disparagement.

Legal:

“SmartBrand LLC”, the SmartBrand logo, “Project ecoBrand” and all original imagery and content are hereby copyrighted by SmartBrand LLC, a Nevada corporation. All rights are reserved worldwide.