Professional Skills Marketing skills include: Brand development and management, long-term and short-term planning, proposal and plan writing, research coordination, presentation skills, negotiation skills, media scheduling and buying, creative conceptualization and development for advertising, publications and product development. Extensive experience in the development and implementation of strategic multi-media campaigns. Additional experience in print art direction and producer experience in electronic media. Public Relations/Promotional skills include: Ability to coordinate and direct public relations activities, special events, prepare news releases, feature articles, trade articles, develop brochures, newsletters, audio visual presentations, edit, conduct interviews and seminars, media liaison. Experience March 2005 - Present President, Bestbrandz, LLC Founded Bestbrandz, a brand development consulting service comprised of a network of seasoned marketing and creat