My career trajectory has taken me from retail public relations and branding to freelance writing to teaching. Indeed, three seemingly disparate fields. However there are common threads that connect them: a deep reservoir of creativity, service to others, sharing knowledge, big picture thinking, finding solutions, and encouraging those with whom I work to achieve their best. Specifically, for 25 years I have been a Birmingham, Michigan-based luxury retail-marketing consultant and source for retail trend stories in local and national media; an award winning freelance copywriter, magazine contributor and advertorial writer; and columnist for the Gannett-owned Birmingham Eccentric in suburban Detroit. Most recently I was a well-regarded visiting assistant professor of journalism at Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan, and continue to mentor students through tutoring and writing assistance, resume writing, and personal branding. Looking to join an organization where my creative talents will excel: from idea generation to problem solving to crafting copy that is on brand and memorable, rich with strong language and personality. Visit www.edwardnakfoor.com