IDEAS COLLIDE - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Director of Business Development
In his role, Aaron is focused on facilitating the client onboarding process, including identification of strategic account support team(s), initial project discovery and tactical plan building, as well as account oversight and relationship/partnership development. Aaron has 20+ years of experience in various industries including market research, technology, healthcare, education, media, construction, hospitality, and food & beverage.
Favorite Snack: Whatchamacallit
Favorite Movie: Big Lebowski
Favorite Hobby: Photography
A master planner and dog-lover who is always making things happen. Abby constantly thinks outside the box and looks for new growth opportunities to expand our accounts.
Favorite Drink: Coke Zero
Favorite Sport: Soccer
Favorite Hobby: Gardening
Job Titles:
- Media Strategy Supervisor
Alex is a strategic communications professional with experience in public relations, social media, and traditional and digital media, focused on optimizing marketing campaigns across offline and online channels. Alex makes waves with quiet determination. She works collaboratively to find insight, strategic direction and impact for her paid media clients.
Favorite Getaway: Costa Rica
Favorite Podcast: Dateline
Favorite Hobby: Playing the Sims
Alicia is an experienced designer and leader with over 10 years of experience in creating print and digital design solutions for industries, including
Coming from a background that spans healthcare, wellness, tech, and politics, Amanda is dedicated to providing top-tier project management for her clients, with clear communication and operational rigor.
Favorite Snack: Sour Gummy Worms
Favorite Drink: Diet Coke
Favorite Dish: Sushi
Job Titles:
- Managing Director, Creative Development
Amy brings years of agency experience and an in-depth understanding of marketing automation campaigns and complex UI and UX projects. She works with companies across various industries to create, implement, and measure innovative marketing campaigns. Amy instills trust and expertise with each client and project she works on, in addition to leading cross-disciplinary teams and strategic vision for digital marketing campaigns.
Favorite Movie: Notting Hill
Favorite Sport: Volleyball
Favorite Restaurant: Anyplace that serves Gluten-Free Food
Angela is an integral staff member who keeps our production teams organized and efficient. With an experienced background in project management, the only thing more organized than Angela are the bees that she aspires to keep one day.
Favorite Podcast: Crime Junkie
Favorite Hobby: Bird Watching
Favorite Book: 1984
Job Titles:
- Director, Content Creative Copy
Bobby has been with the Ideas Collide team for 11 years. During that time, he has worked across diverse industries and scales, including healthcare, hospitality, beauty, consumer products, and tech. Bobby oversees a robust team of creative and technical writers, creating brilliant campaigns that make brands shine.
Favorite Snack: Oreos (by the sleeve)
Favorite Movie: Lord of the Rings: Return of the King
Favorite Sport: Mountain Biking
Job Titles:
- Senior Project Manager - B2B Marketing Specialist
Brittney is the definition of a team player. As an experienced Senior Project Manager, she has a well-rounded background in B2B marketing, content creation, client relations as well as event and logistics management. She handles client initiatives on top of her work load while handling projects with dedication, professionalism and positivity.
Favorite Drink: Green Tea & Vanilla Lattes
Favorite Hobby: Party Planning
Favorite Dish: Authentic Italian
Job Titles:
- Director, Media Planning Strategy
Bryan is a 25-year media professional with experience at major holding company agencies and smaller independent boutique experience. His past agencies have included Anderson Lembke, McCann Erickson, Grey Worldwide, T3, DWA Media (now Merkle), R2C Group (now Rain). Bryan is a published author with his articles appearing in Huffington Post, Ad Exchanger, Media Post, and Radio & Television Business Report.
Favorite Getaway: Oahu
Favorite Book: What's Bred in the Bone
Favorite Podcast: Wild Thing
Job Titles:
- Senior Account Director, Health Wellness Brands
Brynne is an award-winning marketing strategist with over 14 years of experience meeting marketing and sales objectives in the consumer goods and healthcare industries. Her experience overseeing multi-platform campaigns, leading cross-functional teams, and driving product ideation make her an ideal leader to help clients seize market opportunities and drive impact.
Favorite Movie: Almost Famous
Favorite Hobby: Reformer Pilates
Favorite Restaurant: Mastro's City Hall
Job Titles:
- Project Manager, Business Development
When not cheering on Arizona sports teams, Caitlin is networking with potential clients and bringing brands to life through dynamic storytelling. Her journalism background helps fuel messaging that makes an impact for clients and Ideas Collide.
Favorite Snack: Peanut M&Ms
Favorite Drink: Coffee
Favorite Podcast: Armchair Expert
Job Titles:
- Creative Director
- Brand Marketing Creative Director
Christine is an accomplished creative director with 25+ years experience shaping brands and campaigns. With an MBA from NYU Stern, she possesses a unique blend of creativity and business acumen to help brands distinguish themselves through design, storytelling, and marketing. Christine has worked with brands across various industries, including fashion, beauty, hospitality, fitness, media, government, healthcare, and higher education.
Favorite Getaway: Australia
Favorite Drink: Cucumber Mint Martini
Favorite Hobby: Metal Smithing + Jewelry Making
Court is an extraordinary writer and creative thinker, bringing fresh perspectives to his work. In his full-time role as Senior Copywriter, Court spends his time writing clever quips and leading the way with strategic storylines for many of our B2C clients.
Favorite Snack: Frozen Buncha Crunch
Favorite Drink: Dr. Pepper
Favorite Book: Sex, Drugs, and Cocoa Puffs
Job Titles:
- General Manager of Ideas Collide 's Portland
- Vice President, Accounts, Client Partners GM Portland
Elisha oversees the account team and client partnerships at Ideas Collide, bringing nearly 20 years of experience leading strategic marketing initiatives across B2C, B2B and non-profit verticals. She's managed a broad range of initiatives, including brand strategy, advertising, integrated campaign planning and execution, relationship marketing and corporate communications.
Connecting with clients, teams and audiences is what excites Elisha most. Throughout her career, she has consistently focused on developing solutions to solve her clients' biggest challenges. Elisha has enjoyed the good fortune of working with a diverse set of phenomenal partners, spanning Fortune 50 tech leaders to Ballast Point Brewing to Bolle Eyewear to the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Smithsonian Institution.
Elisha is the General Manager of Ideas Collide's Portland office and helped open the agency's second office in 2017. She resides in Oregon with her family, and enjoys all the outdoor opportunities the Pacific Northwest has to offer; hiking and skiing are a few favorites.
Additionally, Elisha sits on the board of Sport Oregon, an organization dedicated to promoting equitable access to sports and physical activity across Oregon.
Emily manages various marketing and website projects for a diverse client portfolio. In joining Ideas Collide, Emily fulfilled a long-standing dream to call Portland, her favorite vacation spot, home. Emily loves reading fantasy novels involving interesting magic systems and pantheons, or perhaps exploring some coffee houses around Portland for a fancy almond milk latte.
Favorite Drink: Anything with Espresso
Favorite Movie: Blade Runner
Favorite Dish: Vegetarian Kibbe
Job Titles:
- Director of Digital Development
Gery has been developing websites, dashboards, apps, kiosks, games, visualizations, and leading teams for over 30 years. He enjoys communicating and collaborating. Gery is passionate about his team and the projects they complete together to drive success for their clients.
Favorite Drink: Protein Shake
Favorite Movie: Tenet
Favorite Sport: Beach Volleyball
Heather's number-crunching skills are just as impressive as her numerous marathons. Her master expense tracking and reporting skills keep us on ready for every budget goal.
Favorite Getaway: Tulum
Favorite Hobby: Working Out
Favorite Restaurant: Diego Pops
James has been with Ideas Collide for over 12 years and joined in the early start-up days to help form the company into what it is today. In 2015, he created our Video Production Studio to bring services like video editing, photography, audio production, and more in-house and has grown the team and work ever since.
Favorite Book: Creativity Inc
Favorite Sport: Basketball
Favorite Dish: Pizza
Job Titles:
- Digital Marketing Project Manager
With years of experience in client communications and project management, Janet brings passion for planning and problem solving to projects. Outside of work, you may find her adopting a cat or a horse!
Favorite Drink: Cherry Coke
Favorite Movie: Hot Fuzz
Favorite Sport: Video Games
Job Titles:
- Lead Marketing Automation Manager
Job Titles:
- Account Director
- Associate
A unique blend of creativity and data, Jennifer brings over 20 years of demonstrated success in marketing, branding, advertising, and web. During that time, she has worked with various clients, including national brands, such as Pert/Sure & Massage Envy, and industries, from entertainment technology to real estate.
Favorite Getaway: Maui
Favorite Podcast: Gilmore Guys
Favorite Dish: Chicken Tikka Masala
Job Titles:
- Managing Director, MarTech Business Intelligence
Jeremy is armed with unmatched patience and offers insight from web development to marketing technology. With his extensive experience and knowledge working in Eloqua, a B2B marketing automation solution, he sets his clients up for success. Prior to joining Ideas Collide, Jeremy worked as a web designer/developer for a GPS fleet tracking company implementing multiple lead gen and retention use cases within Eloqua.
Favorite Movie: The Matrix
Favorite Sport: Lacrosse
Favorite Restaurant: Cheesecake Factory
Job Titles:
- Director, Account Operations - B2B Tech
With art as her first passion, Jessica discovered graphic design while attending Arizona State University. While at ASU, she joined Ideas Collide as an intern. Her talents and keen understanding of marketing and digital audiences result in inspired designs that are both salient, aesthetically appealing, and effective.
Job Titles:
- Vice President, Marketing
- Vice President, Marketing Community Development
Joel leads all marketing, business development, content and community outreach at Ideas Collide. Working closely across account and business development teams, he develops compelling storytelling and integrated brand marketing programs. Notable work includes campaigns for 1836 Farms, Health Current, Arizona Humane Society, Banner Health and Best Western Hotels & Resorts. He is most proud of leading and developing the brand vision and platform for Danzeisen Dairy.
As a four-generation Arizonan, Joel is passionate about local brands that grow with prestige and prominence nationally. Across his 14-plus years in business development, half of that time has been spent working with national and local nonprofits.
Joel co-launched the Ideas Collide incubator program in 2014, which donates design resources, strategy resources and marketing dollars to Phoenix- and Portland-area startups and charities. He also currently serves on the boards for the Greater Phoenix Chamber and Devereux Behavioral Health.
Joel studied at Arizona State University, receiving a degree in Communications. He is a passionate Phoenix Suns fan, and loves living and being connected in the Biltmore area with his three pets.
Job Titles:
- Business Intelligence Strategist
Justin has a varied background in advertising agencies, e-commerce, non-profit, political campaigns and advocacy, as well as deep experience in news media. His project management, media buying, and programming past experience assist Justin in spotting potential business or communication opportunities to better serve Ideas Collides's clientele.
Favorite Snack: Trail Mix
Favorite Podcast: The Drill Down by Cory Johnson
Favorite Hobby: Trail Running
Drawing from a decades-long agency career and valuable sales experience early on, Karem applies problem-solving skills and technical knowledge to guide Ideas Collide's business strategy as the agency's Chief Operating Officer. She oversees account and internal-facing systems and processes to deliver results that drive impact and ensure production and business operations run effectively.
A native of Puerto Rico, Karem arrived in the States to attend Boston University's COM School, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Communications. As a PR professional, Karem earned her clients thousands of media hits, including primetime coverage in the Stanley Cup, Wall Street Journal product review, the cover of the New York Times, a Good Housekeeping seal of approval, and thousands of hits for brands like IBM, Crayola, Tourism Puerto Rico, Kraft, Johnson & Johnson, Destination Hotels and Netflix.
At Ideas Collide, she joined founders Matthew and Rebecca Clyde on the agency's first-ever pitch, and has been a critical member of its growing roster ever since. Before moving into her executive role, Karem worked as an Account Director for the agency's largest technology client, and was responsible for directing and managing full-funnel custom nurture strategies, including creative development, segmentation, campaign creation and performance analysis.
Karem is passionate about driving client visions forward, as well as supporting Ideas Collide's community giveback initiatives. She is most proud of her volunteer work as a Board Member of The Cinderella Project, where she applies that same passion for bridging gaps in equity for underserved high school grads.
Job Titles:
- Senior Account Coordinator
With experience in client-facing roles, Kelsey enjoys moving projects along with a creative and problem-solving energy. She enjoys hiking, hanging out with her dogs and home renovation projects.
Favorite Snack: Hot Cheetos
Favorite Movie: Silver Linings Playbook
Favorite Podcast: My Favorite Murder
Job Titles:
- Senior Designer, Business Development
Amateur foodie and lover of craft cocktails, Kim is a strong problem solver who brings her passion for planning and organization to all of her projects. She loves a challenge and has mastered the art of staying calm under pressure.
Favorite Drink: Brown Sugar Espresso Martini
Favorite Hobby: Cooking
Favorite Dish: Thai Fried Rice
Job Titles:
- Managing Director, Project Management
With over 15 years of experience managing marketing projects of all sizes in varying industries (including technology, hospitality, education, and retail), Kit is a proven leader with a keen eye for details and a disciplined approach to execution. She specializes in overseeing the execution of complex projects and optimizing processes to drive higher efficiencies
Designer by day and gamer by night, Kylie brings her creative thinking to every project. When she's not designing, she's spending quality time with her family.
Favorite Drink: Iced Coffee with Cream
Favorite Movie: Howl's Moving Castle
Favorite Dish: Fettuccini Alfredo
Job Titles:
- Content Communications Strategy Manager
Laura is a content enthusiast and creative strategy expert with a passion for pushing the envelope. She's crafty with custom solutions and even craftier in her free time with embroidery, painting and more.
Favorite Book: Code Name Verity
Favorite Podcast: And That's Why We Drink
Favorite Restaurant: Smokin' Fins
Job Titles:
- Director, Business Operations
With a diverse background in Film Promotions to CRE marketing, Marissa oversees projects into production and brings a creative approach to brand management.
Favorite Snack: Ghirardelli Salted Carmel Chocolates
Favorite Book: The Child Called It
Favorite Dish: Homemade Pozole Rojo
Job Titles:
- Senior Manager, Director of Photography
Mason's video expertise takes him to shoots from Honolulu to Houston. His talents in editing, filming and production have led the agency's video department to award-winning success.
Favorite Podcast: Short History Of…
Favorite Hobby: Hunting
Favorite Restaurant: Thai E San
Job Titles:
- Co - Founder
- President
- Founders
From a young age, Matthew always went big - big ideas, big brands, big impact! His love for story and innovation started as an 8-year-old entrepreneur launching big businesses (in his mind) from his garage, continuing when he was 19 and received the Young Writers Award from the Sundance Institute. His diverse experience as a brand marketer and consultant has taken him inside some of the world's most renowned organizations, including Starbucks, Ritz-Carlton and Motorola.
Matthew launched Ideas Collide in 2005 after years of working with blue chip brands, New York advertising firms and worldwide travel, technology and internet companies. His expertise in developing marketing strategy has made him the trusted advisor for some of the fastest-growing companies (evolvedMD, Danzeisen Dairy, and Banner Health) and iconic brands (BWH Hotels, Paul Mitchell, and Vitamin Water) across North America.
From working with best-selling authors to celebrity chefs, and exciting local startups to important non-profits, Matthew treats authentic connection, giving and bold innovation as symbiotic for business success. It's why he and Ideas Collide have invested over $3 million into community giving and impact. Notable recognitions include a spot on Phoenix magazine's "Great 48" most influential Phoenicians list, being named a "40 Under 40" business leader by the Phoenix Business Journal, and as one of the "Top 25 Minds in Marketing" by HSMAI (Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International). He is a member of Forbes' Agency Council.
Matthew is happiest when he's on the road experiencing unique destinations with his three children and loyal German Shepherd Boxer, Finn.
Job Titles:
- Senior Vice President, Digital Strategy Technology
Michael heads up several dynamic teams focused on delivering innovation, strategic thinking and creative problem-solving for the agency's clients. A self-ordained technologist, Michael built and scaled Ideas Collide's marketing automation, digital strategy and business intelligence practices by marrying cutting-edge technologies to real-world business applications.
Fervent on maximizing return, Michael's mission is to authentically connect customers with brands through measurable go-to-market strategies. As the agency's Senior Vice President of Digital Strategy and Technology, Michael has become an awarded expert in Marketing Automation, Advanced Analytics and CX Personalization best showcased through his work across the global brands the agency supports. As a frequent panelist, speaker and participant at industry events, you can expect to find him challenging norms and daydreaming about the next big thing.
Michael proudly falls into the rare category of fifth-generation Arizonan. His lifelong connection with The Valley of the Sun reminds him that knowing where you came from is the first step in getting to where you want to be. With an ambitious vision in tow, Michael has spent his career pushing the limits of the marketing industry through authentic, connected leadership and big ideas.rnrn When not hard at work for his clients, Michael is most likely on the golf course happily achieving very average golf scores or spending time outdoors learning, laughing and playing with his two incredible kids.
Mike has spent over 20 years in the creative and communications industry. With an MBA from the University of Utah, he has been a leader in various communications fields, including advertising, marketing, training and development, and internal communications.
His passion is finding creative, unique, insightful and impactful ideas. Cutting through generic messaging and making connections with people in personal, inspiring, and unexpected ways is what he loves about his profession.
Mike started his marketing adventures as an intern at BBDO New York and has worked for FJCN Advertising Agency, FranklinCovey and eBay.
As Ideas Collide's Chief Creative Officer, Mike oversees all design, content marketing, video production and web development. And he has developed award-winning campaigns and prestigious international programs. His most notable work with the agency includes campaigns for Best Western Hotels & Resorts, GCD, Danzeisen Dairy, Paul Mitchell, Arizona Humane Society, eBay, Fellowes and University of Phoenix.
Mike was named a 2021 Top 25 Extraordinary Minds in Sales, Marketing, and Revenue Optimization by HSMAI, the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International, for his leadership and excellence working with hospitality organizations.
Job Titles:
- Senior Digital Marketing Strategist
Experienced in various design disciplines, Nereida works strategically, empathetically, and playfully to influence and inspire with her work. She actively looks for new ways to create visuals for her clients that make an impact.
Favorite Snack: Fruit with Tajín
Favorite Book: City of Thieves
Favorite Restaurant: Federal Pizza
Job Titles:
- Leader
- Director, Talent People Development
Nichole is an authentic servant leader with over 20 years of experience delivering effective human resources strategies that drive business results through connecting people. Her progressive knowledge developed across various industries, includes hospitality, healthcare, construction, automotive, e-commerce, and retail. She delights in opportunities to support the team's success.
Job Titles:
- Art Director
- Senior Art Director
Nick is an experienced Art Director with over 10 years of experience in website and email design, brand identity, and building design systems for scalability and efficiency. With a B.S. in Graphic Design from Arizona State University, his vision as a branding and design expert is clever, strategic, and hard-hitting.
Favorite Drink: Waterloo Grapefruit or Pineapple
Favorite Sport: Basketball & Soccer
Favorite Dish: Panang Curry
Job Titles:
- Marketing Automation Specialist
Nicole delights in bringing data alive with marketing automation. Her passion is in HTML, CSS, or complex crochet lines - scanning for errors and tiny details.
Favorite Getaway: Aruba
Favorite Book: A Walk in the Woods
Favorite Podcast: Morbid
Job Titles:
- Business Intelligence Analyst
Rachael is a proud geek with a creative spirit. When she's not diving into data, you can find her hiking to the top of mountains or camping with her dog Lloyd.
Favorite Book: The Nightingale
Favorite Hobby: Hiking
Favorite Restaurant: Buck and Rider
Job Titles:
- Co - Founder, Partner Strategic Advisor
Rebecca Clyde co-founded Ideas Collide and served as its Chief Experience Officer for over a decade before founding her new venture Botco.ai, a chatbot platform for marketing automation. Rebecca leads Ideas Collide and its clients with firsthand insight into the future of marketing technologies.
Before founding Ideas Collide, Rebecca managed Intel's embedded brand, where she launched over 50 Intel products in every geography, managed campaigns across multiple media channels and developed a public relations program that garnered unprecedented media coverage.
Rebecca is a future-thinking, globally-minded marketing leader passionate about supporting women in technology and other local organizations in her community. The Arizona community has consistently recognized Rebecca for her business excellence and entrepreneurial spirit.
In 2020, AZ Big Media named Rebecca one of Arizona's Most Influential Women. And the Phoenix Business Journal recognized her as one of 2018's Most Admired Leaders. Other notable recognitions include being named to The Arizona Republic's "35 Entrepreneurs, 35 and Younger" list and being awarded Greater Phoenix Chamber's ATHENA Businesswoman of the Year honor in the private sector.
Job Titles:
- Senior Account Director, Hospitality Lifestyle / Consumer Brands
With over 18 years of experience, this ASU Sun Devil and former Marketing Manager at the Phoenix Suns, has extensively honed skills in digital marketing, branding, advertising + consumer engagement marketing for both B2C and B2B clients. When not collaborating with teams to deliver impactful campaigns, Rita may be found in the kitchen trying a fun recipe, listening to podcasts while working out, or caring for her 3-year-old fur baby.
Favorite Getaway: New York City
Favorite Podcast: Smartless
Favorite Restaurant: Pizzeria Bianco
Job Titles:
- Director, Business Development
A professional dreamer with a dynamic range of creative production and marketing strategy skills, Ryan (AKA ‘Katz') is spearheading sales, business and brand development, along with lead generation and events.
Favorite Snack: Sour Patch Kids
Favorite Book: Project Hail Mary
Favorite Sport: Hockey
As an account director, Ryan constantly seeks to bring market and industry insights to bear with his technology and hospitality clients. Having grown up in the Northwest, his spare time is shared between the biking trail, his wife and 7-year-old daughter, and their yellow tabby.
Favorite Drink: Old Fashioned
Favorite Book: Catcher in the Rye
Favorite Hobby: Rock Climbing
Sarah is an accomplished Senior Account Manager with a background in digital marketing and a passion for client service. She is a driven self-starter focused on ensuring clients get the best work possible.
Favorite Movie: Serendipity
Favorite Hobby: Baking
Favorite Restaurant: Kobe
Job Titles:
- Senior Digital Media Strategist
Always looking for the next big thing in paid media, Sarah brings creative thinking to every media plan she creates utilizing her skills in PPC, social media, Google Analytics and more!
Favorite Snack: Chips & Guacamole
Favorite Podcast: The Toast
Favorite Dish: Chicken Parmesan
Scottie is a lifelong student in the art of storytelling. His life's mission is to tell the story of exceptional people and brands that create a positive impact in our world.
Favorite Book: The Miracle Morning
Favorite Podcast: Smartless
Favorite Hobby: Apparel Design
Awards
Best Company Culture
Recognized for 7 Years in a Row
Best Places to Work Arizona
Rankings 2022
#2 Women
#3 Hispanic
#5 Overall
5x Platinum Winner
3x E-Marketer of the Year
Top Email Marketing Agencies in the U.S.
#1 Graphic Design Firm
Shine is a Certified Administrative Professional, an enthusiastic problem solver, & an avid coffee drinker. She supports projects while brainstorming ways to impact organizational excellence.
Favorite Podcast: Let's Not Meet: A True Horror Podcast
Favorite Sport: UFC
Favorite Restaurant: AZ/88
Job Titles:
- Managing Director, B2B Marketing Tech Integration
Prior to joining Ideas Collide, Sue gained experience as the founder of Pure Insight Marketing and as the Director of Research Operations at Six Degrees, a sensory branding agency. She carries over 25 years as a brand strategist for B2B technology clients including: TD SYNNEX (HPE, NetApp, Nutanix, NVIDIA, Brocade, Cohesity), Intel Corporation, Logicalis
Taylor began her career as a designer but found her passion in project management early in her agency career. Her sources of inspiration include running, practicing yoga, pilates, hiking, and going to the beach, which is pretty accessible since Taylor is based in California. When not working, you can also find Taylor reading or listening to music.
Favorite Getaway: Nice, France
Favorite Movie: Knives Out
Favorite Hobby: Reading
Job Titles:
- Senior Manager, Account Brand Development, DEI Lead
With over a decade of brand marketing & communications, Vicki has a passion for storytelling and content creation. She brings a balanced level of strategy and creativity to every project. Not only is she a collaborative partner to her clients, but Vicki has also made a valuable impact at Ideas Collide, heading up the agency's DEIB program and coordinating community giveback events.
Favorite Getaway: Oregon Coast
Favorite Hobby: Interior Designing
Favorite Dish: Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas