2003–2005 / Graduate study
Columbia
University
Master’s in Strategic Communications
Branding, media writing, integrated communications, and a communications-plan thesis project.
View my published MarTech biography ↗Education / Practice / Recognition
The learning.
The practice.
The record.
Strategic communications, coaching, marketing, and responsible AI. The background behind the questions I ask and the work we do.
Explore my qualifications ↓
01 / Academic foundation
Strategy starts
with understanding.
Columbia
1996–2000 / Undergraduate study
Syracuse
University
Undergraduate study
My professional profile records study at Syracuse; a specific degree title is not listed here.
View my education record ↗02 / AgileBrain · January 2024
Better questions.
Deeper understanding.
Certified Professional Practitioner
AgileBrain uses an image-based assessment to explore emotional needs and motivations. I use it in conversations about values, well-being, team dynamics, and organizational culture.
View practitioner credential ↗03 / Continued learning
Keep learning.
Keep applying.
Professional learning in AI adoption, organizational development, and marketing. Open an entry for its focus and credential details.
CanvaAI Essentials 2026
September 2026 · Credential ID 8715bc
Learning credential covering AI essentials; the supplied record does not include a detailed syllabus.
View credentials on LinkedIn ↗LinkedInGenerative AI for Learning and Development Professional Certificate by LinkedIn Learning
January 2025
Professional learning certificate focused on generative AI tools and business learning applications.
View credentials on LinkedIn ↗LinkedInLeading Responsible AI in Organizations
January 2025
Course learning focused on technical leadership and responsible AI in organizations.
View credentials on LinkedIn ↗LinkedInBuild AI Literacy in Your Organization as a Business Leader
January 2025
Course learning focused on organizational leadership and building AI literacy.
View credentials on LinkedIn ↗LinkedInA Practical Guide to Upskilling Your Organization on AI
January 2025
Course learning focused on developing employees’ AI capabilities.
View credentials on LinkedIn ↗LinkedInGenerative AI in Learning and Development
January 2025
Course learning focused on AI applications in employee learning and development.
View credentials on LinkedIn ↗LinkedInThe Future of Workforce Learning: AI-Powered Personalization for Skill Development
January 2025
Course learning focused on AI-supported workforce learning and skill development.
View credentials on LinkedIn ↗LinkedInUsing Gen AI to Develop Personalized Learning Plans
January 2025
Course learning focused on applying generative AI to personalized learning plans.
View credentials on LinkedIn ↗LinkedInLinkedIn Marketing Solutions Fundamentals
December 2024 · Expires December 2026 · Credential ID z97jgegx5s36
Platform credential covering LinkedIn Marketing Solutions fundamentals.
View credentials on LinkedIn ↗Records follow my professional profile and supplied certificates. These learning credentials are separate from practitioner certification. The LinkedIn Marketing Solutions credential expires in December 2026; other records do not list an expiry.
04 / Recognition
Recognition
for the work.
Personal recognition and campaigns from my time at Mastercard. Campaign awards belong to the brand and the teams behind the work.
Brand Innovators / June 2016
40 Under 40
Personal recognition among brand marketers under 40 during my time at Mastercard.
Mastercard campaign award
Gold Midas · #44 Days of Crazy
Midas Awards · January 2017
Gold recognition in Products & Services / Credit Card for the U.S. campaign.
Mastercard campaign shortlist
Best Use of Social Media shortlist · #TheHoleStory
European Sponsorship Association Excellence Awards · November 2016
Mastercard’s campaign at The 145th Open was shortlisted in the Best Use of Social Media category.
Mastercard campaign award
Grand Prix · Rugby World Cup campaign
The Internationalist’s Awards for Innovative Digital Solutions · November 2016
The Rugby World Cup campaign received the competition’s top prize.
Mastercard campaign award
Bronze Sports Clio · Hats Off to Tom
Clio Awards · June 2016
Bronze recognition in Partnerships & Sponsorships.
Mastercard campaign award
Gold Portfolio Award · Hats Off to Tom
Financial Communications Society · April 2016
Gold recognition in Consumer Retail / Social Media.
Campaign study ranking
Top sponsor campaign · Rugby World Cup 2015
Waggener Edstrom Communications [WE] · Brand Agility Index · November 2015
Mastercard ranked as the most effective sponsor in WE’s Brand Agility Index study.
Read the study coverage ↗Mastercard campaign award
Silver Midas · Hats Off to Tom
Midas Awards · November 2015
Open Championship campaign recognition for digital, social media, and sponsorship work.
Shortlists and study rankings are identified separately from award wins. Dates follow my professional profile record and may differ from the competition year.
See my Mastercard experience ↗Working roles / Separate from certifications
The work continues.
I founded the Marketing Accountability Council and contribute to Technical Conformance work with Sean Meier within the IAE and IEEE effort.
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