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Hands-On Creative | Story-Driven Problem Solver

I’m a humble creator at heart. I love the process—digging into ideas, shaping stories, refining details, and collaborating until the work feels human, honest, and intentional. While I’ve led teams and built successful creative teams over the years, I’m most energized when I’m in the work—designing, writing, directing, and problem-solving alongside others. I bring real-world experience, empathy, and a mentor’s mindset, but I show up as a partner first. My focus is on adding value, amplifying strong ideas, and contributing meaningfully through craft, collaboration, and thoughtful execution.

Have a project or need extra creative leadership?

I’m available for freelance, contract, and consulting work—helping teams that need senior-level creative leadership without sacrificing execution. I partner closely with organizations to define direction, solve complex challenges, and deliver thoughtful, high-quality creative across brand, digital, and content.

Have a project or need extra creative leadership?

Franklin Electric
Little Giant Pumps
Aqua Systems
Wells for the World
United Way

Brand & Organization Client List

Menards
The Chive
Girl Scouts of America
United States Navy
Tyson Chicken

Bill Murray Golf
Ashley Furniture
NASCAR Truck Series
NCAA Big 12 Conference
John Michael Montgomery

Honors & Awards

23 Gold Awards American AdFed
1 AdFed Supporter of the Year
5 Gold and 2 Platinum PR Awards
3 Silver and 3 Gold MarCom Awards
2 Gold and 2 Platinum Viddy Awards