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Team Member Since:  1986
Favorite Promotional Product:   Car Coaster - Very useful item that brands a space that is visible to the consumer many hours each day!
Fun Fact/Hobby:   Between college and business school, I spent a year in the Samoan Islands teaching high school.
Gerry Barker
President

Sales Team

Team Member Since:  2018
Favorite Promotional Product:   Microfiber Lens Cloth - I use them daily to freshen up my glasses, they're soft, and take up minimal space.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I produce music and write songs. A mixture of electronic indie dance and alternative folk.
Max Barker
Account Executive
Team Member Since:  2012
Favorite Promotional Product:   The stick 'em up! It's useful, "sticks" around forever, and comes in pretty colors!
Fun Fact/Hobby:   Singer, Actor, Dancer, Comedian, and the best person you've ever met.
Alex D. Bowen
Account Executive
Team Member Since:  2019
Favorite Promotional Product:   Any kind of apparel! When you’re in a comfortable sweatshirt or t-shirt you’re advertising for a company, and no extra work is even needed!
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I absolutely love pizza! If I’m not eating pizza or traveling, I’m spending my time with my friends and family.
Kimberly Chandler
Administrative Assistant
Team Member Since:  2004
Favorite Promotional Product:   I love bags! The category is very broad but a cool pattern, thoughtful design and durable zipper can really drive staying power.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I was once paid $100 for saying "Unique New York" three times fast. Go ahead, try it!
Kelly Cortellino
Account Executive
Team Member Since:  1995
Favorite Promotional Product:   Phone wallet or lip balm - these items are useful and inexpensive.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I love the beach and music.
Shannon DeFeo
Account Executive
Team Member Since:  2018
Favorite Promotional Product:   Event Banners & flags Banners and flags are never missed at events and are a typical necessity for advertising in any location with a large crowd.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I love exploring locations with waterfalls and caves.
Jessica Defilpo
Account Coordinator
Team Member Since:  2010
Favorite Promotional Product:   My favorite promotional product is apparel.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I love to read and also watching UCONN Women’s basketball.
Nanette Duncan
Order Specialist
Team Member Since:  2005
Favorite Promotional Product:   Rainbow light up pen because it makes me happy.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   My hobby is chasing after my almost five year old and watching reality TV after said child goes to bed.
Kim Duplessis
Account Manager
Team Member Since:  2016
Favorite Promotional Product:   Journals, as there are many materials and embellishments that can tell your brand story in a fun and creative way.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I love to travel and summers in New England where I can hike with my dogs or cruise in my '66 Cadillac.
Amy Fields
Director of Marketing
Team Member Since:  2016
Favorite Promotional Product:   I love a fashionable stainless steel double wall insulated water bottle. They easily transition from office to gym to beach and beyond!
Fun Fact/Hobby:   Scrapbooking and DIY is my all-time favorite hobby. I am also an avid baker and cook. But family and my dogs always come first!
Chelsea Fishman
Account Executive & Senior Marketing Manager
Team Member Since:  2009
Favorite Promotional Product:   Any type of writing instrument, from crayons to pencils to pens, Everyone writes!!!
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I married the girl of my dreams & have been in heaven ever since...
Robert Forman
Account Director
Team Member Since:  2007
Favorite Promotional Product:   Javalina Pen - This is my favorite item because there are several colors to choose from and it’s nice to keep in your purse or car. You never know when you may need a pen!
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I love spending time with my dogs, Babe my Bully Pit and Penny my mischievous Bloodhound.
Kathy Garner
Account Executive
Team Member Since:  2018
Favorite Promotional Product:   7" GameTime!® MopToppers® Plush because you choose your sport and then can customize with your logo. They also double as a screen cleaner.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I love hiking New England; every year I try to visit new locations. One day, I would love to adventure through the Appalachian Trail.
Melissa Gould
Account Manager
Team Member Since:  1997
Favorite Promotional Product:   I don't have a single favorite product, I like to create custom items for clients whether it's a custom item or custom using special packaging and kitting.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   Spending time with my family and doing DIY projects.
Tracy Howson
Account Executive
Team Member Since:  2017
Favorite Promotional Product:   The Hive portable wireless surround sound speaker. This product is great to use in your home while entertaining or in your office to listen to relaxing music while you work!
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I love to spend time outside with my dog, Beckham. We love to go out for runs, walks and hikes.
Alexis Frederick
Account Manager
Team Member Since:  2011
Favorite Promotional Product:   Any power bank - My phone always needs a charge and you can never have too many power banks!!
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I was born in Montreal, Canada.
Steve Kliamenakis
Account Executive
Team Member Since:  1998
Favorite Promotional Product:   A pen because its always the "write" fit.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I'm always in the ER. RunnER, BikER, SwimmER, HikER, SkiER, WorkER, ReadER.
Roger Luchnick
Account Director
Team Member Since:  2006
Favorite Promotional Product:   Sunglasses! They are a fun giveaway and perfect for kids and adults!
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I am a mom of a boy and girl. My favorite place is the beach. I love to cook for my family.
Jillian Ludwig
Account Executive
Team Member Since:  2018
Favorite Promotional Product:   Pens. We all have that ‘one pen’ that is your go to that writes just perfectly. Who doesn’t love a good pen, especially when it has your logo on it.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   In my spare time I enjoy horseback riding, skiing, and exploring the outdoors with my Great Dane.
Olivia Monroe
Account Coordinator
Team Member Since:  2009
Favorite Promotional Product:   Any cool apparel item, if decorated correctly will be a long lasting billboard that the brand can be proud of.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   Got a Hole in One in 2017. Par 3, 157 yard hole. Slight breeze in my face with 7 iron. Hit the green and 1 hop into the hole.
Glenn Mosebach
Account Executive
Team Member Since:  2011
Favorite Promotional Product:   Apparel
Fun Fact/Hobby:   Die hard Boston Red Sox fan. I taught myself how to knit but can only make square things, everyone gets afghans. Proud mom of 2, Tara and Jordan, proud grandmom of fur babies Inca, Frank and Leo.
Karen Montgomery
Account Manager
Team Member Since:  2002
Favorite Promotional Product:   The Wedge™ by Toddy Gear is a personal favorite. It’s on my desk and is used every day to hold my phone and to clean the screen!
Fun Fact/Hobby:   Family first :) I love being a mom to my two children, Kaelyn and Tim. When I'm not working you're likely to find me at the soccer field with the kids.
Heather Reinhard
Account Director
Team Member Since:  2006
Favorite Promotional Product:   Eco-friendly reusable bags are a great way to show your commitement to the enviroment while communicating your brand's message.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   My happy place is any beach, any time!
Marie Richardson
Account Executive
Team Member Since:  2015
Favorite Promotional Product:   The one that makes my customer happy.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I like bacon, and I can fold a fitted sheet.
Kyle Silver
Account Executive
Team Member Since:  1998
Favorite Promotional Product:   Lip balm - it's always appreciated by a client and it's a lower price point item.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   Love gardening.
Joan Terrenzi
Account Executive
Team Member Since:  2003
Favorite Promotional Product:   Custom wrapped chocolate bars, no one will forget who gave them chocolate.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I enjoy spending quality time with and spoiling my grandson!
Christine Thayer
Account Executive
Team Member Since:  2002
Favorite Promotional Product:   I love drinkware items! They are always useful and have a large imprint area for fun and vibrant customization.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I was born in Poland and speak Polish fluently. I love skiing and playing tennis with my husband Krys and daughters Julia and Amelia. :)
Ewa Wlaz
Account Director
Team Member Since:  2003
Favorite Promotional Product:   PopSocket - Cool, fun, useful item. Always visible as everyone has their phones nearby.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   Mom to a beautiful daughter. Taking vacations with my family, especially to Disney. We are Disney fanatics!
Jennifer Wyda
Account Executive

Program Fulfillment Team

Team Member Since:  2017
Favorite Promotional Product:   Pen (preferably with blue ink). You can never have too many! They are affordable, useful, and there are so many options to choose from.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I am a book worm. I always have a book with me. You never know when you might find yourself waiting in line, so I use that time to read.
Tara Fede
Senior Program Coordinator
Team Member Since:  2007
Favorite Promotional Product:   Anything that is not a fidget spinner. Do you really have to ask why?
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I live for Ohio State Football. Go Bucks!
Jane Leukart
Director of Warehouse Operations and Logistics
Team Member Since:  2017
Favorite Promotional Product:   Post it/sticky notes. I am constantly leaving myself notes so they always come in handy. They are inexpensive, fun and come in tons of shapes/sizes. Plus they make great giveaways.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   I love to bake. I have a big book with all the recipes I've tried!
Ally Mazel
Senior Program Coordinator
Team Member Since:  2003
Favorite Promotional Product:   Plush blanket. I love a good blanket that is super comfy and a good size.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   Love to travel and have visited 28 states and 11 different countries.
Karen Rivkin
Director of Program Fulfillment
Team Member Since:  2019
Favorite Promotional Product:   Drinkware. I am always on the move and have a water bottle in hand. They are fun, useful and there are many colors to choose from.
Fun Fact/Hobby:   In my free time I like to play video games, swim, travel and try new foods.
Scott Worobow
Program Coordinator

Accounting Department

Jackie Jackson, Grace Deschino, Darlene Bowen, Mary Findorak, Lorna Hartenstein, Laura Corchado

Warehouse Department

Brian Lind, John Fede, Jane Leukart, Robert Rubino, Bryan Sheehan, Jerry Taylor, Corey Lind, Jennifer Brigham, Josh Burkhardt, Jake Cantito

Graphic Design Team

Kevin Gunning, Carolina Abreu, Josh Pegg (not pictured)

Technology/Web Services

Mark Dondero, Adam Youngquist, Todd Zipadelli

Awards Department

Jack Vincent, Dave Lincoln, Art Carbone
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