CLIENT
OHSU Department of Dermatology - Department Chair, Sancy Leachman M.D., Ph.D.

PROJECT
Dr. Leachman is leading an Oregon-wide public health campaign to alert citizens about the unusually high prevalence of melanoma in the state. Kristen Kahlen of MEMO Communications is leading the outreach and engagement of licensed professionals in skincare, hair styling, barbering, tattoo arts, massage and fitness. These skin-aware pros are becoming certified to help identify suspect lesions and promote skin screenings.

https://startseeingmelanoma.com/skincrew/

Your work has been so vital to our whole outreach program, and because of you, more effective than I would have dared imagine! We are so appreciative!

—Sancy Leachman, M.D., Ph.D.

CLIENT
Medium Plenty Architecture and Interiors in Oakland and Sonoma.

Medium Plenty creates spaces and structures that are enriching, beautiful and sensory. Their work highlights the qualities that humans long for – softness, warmth and texture – while also exuding a charisma that captures their client’s vivid individuality.

PROJECT
Copywriting and concept development for new website.

CLIENT
Elegant and modern cocktail lounges. Listed among the “Best Bars in America” by Esquire. Two locations in Seattle.

PROJECT
Develop brand identities for both locations. Act as director of marketing, promotion, events and media relations. Responsible for all art direction, writing, website, photography, in-house materials, signage, project management. Write press kits, job descriptions, employee manual.   

CLIENT
Private international collector desiring discretion during the re-sale of this historically significant motorcycle.

PROJECT
Research history of motorcycle. Write and art direct marketing brochure. Create list of prospects from among worldwide collectors and aficionados. Facilitate sale.

CLIENT

Las Rosadas on Costalegre is a 387-acre rustic-luxe haven on Mexico’s Pacific coast, the ultimate in destination travel and villa ownership. Most of the property is a private preserve, consistent with the environmental ethos of the region.

PROJECT IN PROGRESS

Copywriting on request.

CLIENT
Brokers of fine and exotic automobiles. Dallas.

PROJECT
Develop new brand identity and create tag line. Conceive, write and art direct new marketing materials. Strategized promotions.

CLIENTS
Companies and individuals needing assistance with writing and editing important texts. Services range from short and punchy tag lines and promotions to medium-length press kits or blogs, and to longer-format business plans, annual reports, and book proposals.

PROJECT EXAMPLES
•  Carl Sagan Institute, Ithaca – Promotional materials for an international astronomy event.

•  Nambé Design, Santa Fe - Promotional writing about the company, products and designers used in displays and signage for an international trade show.

•  Stephen Vincent Studio custom jewelry design, Minneapolis and Milan - Concept development for ads and promotions; creative writing.

•  David Petersen, founder of Rudy’s Barber Shop, Seattle. Personal press kit.

• 1965 Learjet “Christina” owned by Frank Sinatra – wrote a historical record of the first years of this iconic aircraft that defined the “jet set.” Created marketing materials.

• John Banovich, fine artist, Livingston – Promotional poster concept and message.

• Rite of Passage Journeys, Seattle – Tag line and website copy.

• Open PEO Advisors, Eugene – Tag line and website copy.

• Code3d, Seattle – Business name, business plan.

• SoftShox – Tag line for service.

• AutoSports of Dallas – Tag line and promotional materials.

CLIENT
Savior Brain, Stanford University

PROJECT
Assistant to interim CEO of Savior Brain. Wrote messaging, communications, pitch decks and investor outreach for its new product, SoftShox, under development at the CamLab at Stanford University. Technology is designed to revolutionize impact technology for sports helmets.

CLIENT
Award-winning jazz singer, composer, recording artist. Atlanta and Portland.

PROJECT
Refine message for website. Copywriting for special concerts, media kit and marketing materials. Art direction.

CLIENT
Author Digene Farrar. Seattle.

PROJECT
Edit manuscript, plan crowd funding, write press kit, contribute to marketing, media relations and promotion worldwide.

CLIENT
Fine jewelry designer specializing in dramatic gold and gemstone heirloom pieces.

PROJECTS
Consulting in media relations, marketing and outreach. Copy writing of press releases.

CLIENT
Dance company performing original choreography that merges the aesthetic of modern dance with the soulful energy of diverse cultures. Seattle.

PROJECT
Refine vision, message and identity. Write and art direct press kits, investor booklet and other promotional materials. Marketing support.

CLIENT
Renowned professional drummer, producer, lyricist, composer, member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Original member of "Santana," and currently recording new album with the group. Seattle.

PROJECT
Create website, including the concept, structure, writing, art direction.

VISIT WEBSITE

CLEINT
Custom travel representatives and agents for fine, hand-wrought Italian guns. Livingston, Montana.

PROJECT
Develop brand identity, then apply to collateral materials. Lead copywriting and art direction of company brochures and ad campaigns.

CLIENT
World-renowned wildlife artist and endangered animal conservationist specializing in oil paintings of African and North American large game. Livingston.

PROJECT
Concepts, writing and art direction of promotional and marketing materials. Re-organization of web site content.

CLIENT
Industrial design firm specializing in custom furniture, lighting, interiors, architectural elements and accessories. Based in Seattle with international clients.

PROJECT
Conceive of new website that reflects clients’ quirky and demanding persona. Project management, art direction, copywriting.

CLIENT
Livingston-based Chef Zac Kellerman’s two businesses: Zac’s Montana Kitchen (sophisticated custom catering and gourmet food products) + Zac’s Montana Barbecue (restaurant serving applewood-smoked meats and locally-sourced sides).

PROJECT
Develop brand identities for both businesses and gourmet product line. Responsible for websites, marketing/media portfolios, press releases, product labels, promotion ideas, marketing and business counsel.

CLIENT
Boutique health club for the life athlete. Seattle.

PROJECT
Develop initial vision and concept with founder, then create brand identity for the health club’s first downtown location. Conceive, art direct and write all marketing materials. Oversee media relations, events, marketing.