Before TimeZoneOne, I spent 15 years marketing The Magnificent Mile in Chicago, managing branding, communications, large-scale events, public relations, and media and sponsor partnerships. My favorite part of this role was my partnership development work, forging strategic partnerships with brands such as Walt Disney World Resorts, Disney Destinations, ABC, Southwest Airlines, BMO Harris Bank, MasterCard, Mercedes-Benz, Subaru, and Chevrolet.
The Magnificent Mile team is comprised of the most dynamic volunteers and hard-working, delightful staff. Together we grew The BMO Harris Bank Magnificent Mile Lights Festival, into an annual spectacle that attracts a million people and is broadcast throughout the US. I also authored a book documenting the history of holiday traditions in The Magnificent Mile district, which is when I really learned to appreciate the talent of gifted writers and editors!
My current favorite TZO projects include development of recruitment materials for my alma-mater, The School of The Art Institute of Chicago, and creative conceptualization and placement of media for the Chicago Wolves. If you ever want to go to a game, call me! We've got seats on the glass, you’ll love the experience!
I’m also thrilled to support to our content and PR efforts promoting travel throughout Illinois. Tourism is in the DNA of many of our teammates, and the State of Illinois is rich with opportunities.
I want to say a word about my talented TimeZoneOne colleagues. I’ve so much admiration for them. It’s wonderful to be part of a team of such talented humans. The camaraderie we have reminds me of the spirit of the Light’s Festival volunteers. We’re an international community of creative people, but more than that, we’re a family.