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VIEW MY PORTFOLIO HERE: azimdesigns.myportfolio.com A LITTLE ABOUT ME: I am a passionate and versatile visual design specialist, with strong skills in both digital and print design—motivated and inspired by connection and positive change. I wake up everyday, inspired and ready to make an impact by illuminating my audience and connecting with them on a deeper level. The world today longs to connect emotionally to the brands they are loyal too. It is my mission to do just that. With expertise in story telling, brand elevation, brand identities, print, marketing strategy/campaigns, packaging, responsive/interactive digital design and engaging digital campaign creation that tells an impactful story. My contributions consistently increase sales, click through rates and audience engagement. SKILLS IN A NUTSHELL: • Creative/Art direction, story telling • Adobe Creative Suite programs • Brand identity, creative processes • UX/UI, proto-typing, mockups • Animations, web asset creation • Collaboration with developers • Email design, content development • Social media enhancement • Large scale catalog design, print, packaging • Vector illustration, image editing/compositing • High profile presentation creation • Interpersonal Communications • I love presenting ADDITIONAL EXPERTISE: • Resource/time management and organizational proficiency is a must—while managing multiple projects on tight deadlines • Strong team building and communication skills—ability to collaborate with all departments remotely, creative or otherwise to create design process, conceive designs, present concepts or mock-ups, receive/provide feedback and consistently meet deadlines/requirements • Working independently as well as in a team environment • Ability and willingness to hit the ground running, with little or no direction, on any given project, not limited to my expertise

I am a strategic PR consultant with 25+ years experience, transforming communication challenges into impactful branding opportunities. My expertise spans Fortune 50s to emerging tech startups, consistently delivering high-value PR tactics to garner results. Key to communication is media relations. I'm an expert at transforming narrative into media gold. With decades of experience as a media relations strategist and first line "pitcher", I leverage my background as a network TV producer to create compelling stories that journalists can't resist. My unique insider perspective on what makes news has helped me secure thousands of high-impact placements across national and trade media outlets. I thrive on getting ink for tech startups poised to be the next unicorn, to big brand consumer launches- media relations is what I do! Core Competencies • Strategic Communications Planning – Developing comprehensive roadmaps that align PR • Media Relations – Securing Tier 1-3 placements through cultivated journalist relationships objectives with business goals • Crisis/Reputation Management – Protecting brand reputation during challenging situations • C-Suite Communications – Partnering with executives to amplify leadership messaging • Content Development – Crafting compelling narratives across multiple platforms • Thought Leadership – Positioning executives as industry authorities • Influencer Relations – Building authentic relationships with relevant voices • Award and Speaking Submissions – Securing recognition opportunities that enhance credibility • Product Launches – Orchestrating high-impact market introductions Media Placement Expertise I've consistently landed coverage in media outlets spanning everything from tier 1 B2C to targeted B2B including: • National Publications: Wall Street Journal, New York Times, USA Today, Forbes, Fortune, Fast Company, Wired, Good Housekeeping, Bloomberg, Time • Broadcast Media: CNN, "Today Show," "Good Morning America," NPR • Digital Publishers: MSN, Yahoo, BuzzFeed, HuffPost, Business Insider, CNET, Wirecutter, Digital Trends, • Trade & Specialty Media: TechCrunch, Canary Media, ZDNet, Techtarget, Datamation, IndustyDive, AdAge, Supermarket News, The Producer's Advantage My background as a network television producer shaped my approach to media relations. I understand storytelling from both sides of the pitch, giving me an edge in: • Crafting narratives with genuine news value • Packaging stories in media-ready formats • Targeting the right journalists with precision • Timing pitches for maximum impact Comprehensive Media Toolkit I maintain active accounts across all major media databases including Cision, ProfNet, Qwoted, MuckRack, Podchaser, and HARO, ensuring no opportunity goes unexplored. My comprehensive approach covers the complete media relations lifecycle: • Strategic story development • Compelling pitch creation • Targeted media outreach • Interview preparation • Coverage amplification • Relationship nurturing • Tracking & Reporting Client Success Stories I've elevated brand visibility for an impressive roster of clients including: • Technology Leaders: Amazon, Microsoft, FIDO Alliance, Domain Tools, Corestack • Consumer Brands: Starbucks, Alaska Airlines, 7-Eleven, Levi's, Land's End, Martha Stewart • Food & Beverage: Oregon Chai, INBev, Vitamin Water, Washington Apple Commission, National Honey Board, JackBe Grocer • Consumer Products: Denon/Marantz, Sonicare, Puracy, Phillips Water Bottles, PetLibro, SmartMi Viking Revolution • Tech Startup: Rover.com, Capitola, equalyz.ai, compliance.ai, Contract Wrangler, Alation • Healthcare: Optum, Willamette Dental, Aegis Living, eddi Health, Integral Senior Living • Emerging Climate Innovators: ZeroAvia, Swell Energy, Capture6 • Financial Services: Guidant Financial, SecureSave/Suze Orman, Steward Funding, Keyframe Capital • Entertainment & Publishing: Random House, Bantam Books, GenCon, Activision, Lucas Arts • Travel & Hospitality: Alaska Airlines, Expedia • Non Profit: Special Olympics, 9/11 Day, JDRF, Pancreatic Cancer Action Line Professional Philosophy I believe effective media relations is built on authenticity, strategic thinking, and genuine relationship building. My campaigns educate and excite media contacts while delivering measurable business results through increased visibility and thought leadership positioning. When you need someone who knows exactly which inbox needs your story and how to craft it for maximum impact, my producer's instinct and PR expertise deliver results that move the needle for your brand.

Top 1% Expert-Vetted Research Consultant | Former VP Research, 12 Years Experience Trusted by Fortune 500, startups, nonprofits, entrepreneurs, SMBs Top Rated Plus on Upwork Award-Winning Researcher (NASPA NOW Award, Geneva Ray ORATE Award) 60+ studies designed (case study, quasi-experimental, RCT, mixed-method) 100+ focus group and in-depth interviews conducted $4 million+ in grant-funded projects managed I'm Dr. Annie Cole, EdD, the founding CEO and Principal Research Consultant at Praxia Insights, a global research agency. I offer end-to-end research support to academics, businesses, and nonprofits. Market/Product/UX Research Competitor/Gap Analysis/TAM Academic/Grant Research Instrument/Assessment Tool Development Program Evaluation Focus Group/In-Depth Interview Survey Data Analysis/Dashboard Rapid Cycle Testing Customer Segmentation/Personas/Journey Maps Landscape Analysis Literature Review Funnel/Website/Social Analytics Conversion Rate/CTR Optimization Executive Report Annual Report Brief/Infographic Pitch-Ready Slide Deck EXAMPLES OF MY WORK: 1. Ran several focus groups to help an online Saas company identify user perceptions when scrolling the company website, which led to major insights into why users weren't signing up for consultation calls. 2. Helped an edtech startup land their first federally-funded EIR grant for over $3 million in funding across 5 years. 3. Developed and ran a user feedback survey to collect customer feedback at 6 months and 1 year after their paid experience with the company. Data was used to show evidence of programmatic impacts to major funders and donors. 4. Designed the first annual report for a nonprofit, which was shared with stakeholders and funders to share impact data and build brand credibility. **FEEDBACK FROM PREVIOUS CLIENTS** "Absolutely fantastic to work with ! Dr Annie is a rock star 🌟 looking forward to more projects together." "This is our 2nd time working with Annie. She was very prompt on her communication. We were able to meet and get an understanding of the project. I got consistent updates on participants, schedule, and changes. Overall it was a very thorough project. Definitely recommend her for doing any focus groups!" "Very good work. I received very good feedback from members of my target audience and now have a report I can show to our executive board to propose new changes." MY BACKGROUND & EXPERIENCE: • BS Psychology, EdD Educational Neuroscience • Previous journal review board member for NASPA, JSARP, & JWG • Social and Behavioral Responsible Conduct of Research, CITI Training • Conflict of Interest, CITI Training ***** If you've read this far... it might make sense to jump on a call with me! Let's set up a free consultation call so I can better understand your unique project needs. Dr. Annie Cole, Ed.D. Founding CEO, Principal Research Consultant Praxia Insights

My name is Roger, I help CEOs, founders, and executive teams build disciplined, scalable, and compliant people operations. I support organizations that need structure, clarity, and stronger internal controls. I deliver workforce strategies, HR governance, and operational systems that reduce risk and improve organizational stability.

Watch my profile video to learn the secrets of Amazon growth ▶️ and what it's like working with me. Hello! As the founder of AMC - Amazing Marketing Co., a full-service Amazon Store Growth Agency, I've been able to grow over 300+ Amazon brands and generate $10,000,000+ in additional revenue. Benefits you get: ✅ Peace of Mind ✅ You Make More Money ✅ Save Time & Headache Maybe this is you? ✔️ You are looking for a seasoned expert to take your Amazon brand to the next level (or launch it) ✔️ You are tired of PPC/Amazon freelancers/agencies with no clear strategy and/or crappy communication ✔️ You're sick of agencies that don't give your products the TLC they deserve ✔️ You have an established brand and want the best results possible on Amazon If so, it might be a good fit. Services I offer: 📈 Custom Amazon Growth Strategy 🔎 Sponsored PPC Optimization 🚀 SEO / Organic Ranking Boost ⚙️ Seller Central Management ✍️ Complete Listing Conversion Makeover ♻️ Full-Service A-Z Account Management Offers: I have 3 core service packages. I've found that this scope fits for most brands. 1️⃣ "Growth Management" – Which includes PPC, SEO, CRO, Launch, & Consulting 2️⃣ "A-to-Z Management" – Suitable for brands needing full service management. It includes everything above + Seller Central & Inventory Management 3️⃣ "Listing Design" – A full CRO (Conversion Rate Optimization) of your Amazon Listing, including Premium A+, infographics, and sales copywriting. ▶️ Learn more on my strategies on my YouTube channel: Riley Bennett Amazon About me: I'm Riley Bennett, founder of Amazing Marketing Co., a full-service Amazon Store Growth Agency. We are a team of 5 experts in the US and 10 worldwide. Trusted by over 300+ brands, we are a top-rated Amazon agency. Some Case Studies: 💎 Accessory: “$5,000/mo to $500,000+ in 4 months!” ($5M+ in 1st year) 🐶 Pet Treats: “2x sales in 3 months" 💊 Supplement: “$3,000/mo to $45,000/mo in 3 months.” 🦮 Dog Collar: “10x sales in 6 months, 2x ROAS" 🧼 Pet Shampoo: "$0 to $50k/mo in 4 months , 🍃 Air Purifier: “New Launch to $100,000/mo in 3 months AND existing product TRIPLED in sales" 🥬 Health Supplement: "Grew from $300,000/mo to $400,000/mo in just 6 months." 🥜 Healthy Snack: "Launch to $30,000/mo in 8 months" 🍎 ACV Gummy: "Launch to Page 1 for an Ultra Competitive Keyword" Some Testimonials: ✅ "We've tried a few different agencies, and nobody even comes close. We grew over $100K a month in 90 days, and continuing to scale. Riley, Ryan and team have been awesome. Stop looking and hire these guys!!!!" - Danny L, Puro ✅ "Riley, Ryan and the team went above & beyond. I would recommend them." – Dr. Jason D., Hybrid Remedies ✅ "Riley is the most professional, experienced and honest Amazon Consultant I've ever met. He went above and beyond. He is worth every dollar." - Eva, Middle World Herbs ✅ "First , I RARELY leave reviews...I do have to say that Riley and his team have been great to work with and have significantly helped grow our Amazon business. They give you attention to detail and go the extra mile , which almost all agencies do not. I am pleased to recommend them." - Greg B., Clear Probiotics ✅ "I'm amazed with how much was achieved in so little time. Really good experience. Highly recommended:)" - Tobi Tribe Categories I love: 🌱 Vitamins & Supplements 🐶 Pet Supplies 🍳 Home & Kitchen 💄 Beauty & Cosmetics 🛒 CPG 🧃 Food & Bev ♻️ Subscribe & Save Items ✅ Good fit: - You have a healthy Amazon PPC budget (at least $50-100/day) - You have plenty of inventory - You are ready to go "all-in" on Amazon ❌ Not a good fit: - Limited ads budget - Limited inventory - You just want to dabble in Amazon How we work together: 💬 Slack Chat (almost daily) 📊 Weekly KPI Reports 📞 Zoom Check-Ins (scheduled biweekly) Getting Started Looks Like This: 💬 Upwork Chat (shoot me your project details & let's see if it's a good fit) 🔎 Discovery Call (meet via Zoom to dive into the details and see if we want to move forward) 🏈 Kickoff Call (with your US account manager, getting the 90-day game plan & getting plugged in) 👤 You Add us as a User in Seller Central 📊 We Add You to Slack 🩻 Account Audit: Frontend, Backend, SEO, PPC, SC, Account Health 📞 Zoom Check-Ins (scheduled biweekly) ♻️ We Manage Your Amazon Marketing & Optimize Continually 🤘 You Save Countless Hours, Enjoy Peace of Mind, and Make More Money 💬 To get started, drop me your project details and let's see if it's a good fit.

Looking for a partner to help bring your apparel line to life? Look no further! I offer services to help you get all the way from product brief through to production. I love working with businesses, big and small, to bring your apparel product ideas to fruition. I bring over a decade of experience in the end to end apparel design and development process, including apparel design, tech pack creation, pattern making and grading, product development, and process creation and implementation. My experience has spanned brands of all sizes, from global giants like adidas to small, but rapidly growing brands like Cotopaxi. Let's work together to make your vision come to life!