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If you’ve consumed any television or movies in the past 50 years (or anything on film since the 19th century), you’ve probably recognized product placement. As a refresher, product placement is the inclusion of a branded product or service in media without explicit reference to the product.

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Stress. We love stress. We love to hate stress. Complaining about being stressed, reading research on how stress is impacting our health, looking for ways to cope with stress… stress is a weekly if not daily topic in most people’s lives. One that many of us seem to think we understand. 

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When it’s time to find the right marketing or creative partner, it’s all about the process. A streamlined and comprehensive process will result in making sure you’ve selected the right vendor for your needs. 

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Hi! I'm Colleen.

I’m a strategic marketing professional with over a decade of experience and a passion for mission-based brands.

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I’m also a trained writer who loves teaching people and organizations how to improve their communication to achieve their goals. Part marketing leader, part communications instructor, 100% focused on YOUR growth.