MANAGEMENT TEAM

Scott Houser, Senior Vice President, Marketing
With Danker & Danker since January of 2007, Scott has a background comprised of marketing, corporate relations and management experience. Prior to joining Danker & Danker he worked with such noted companies as Minolta, Powerhouse Gyms and Frito-Lay. Scott holds a BA in Business Administration with a focus on Management & Entrepreneurship from Kennesaw State University He currently lives in the Atlanta area.

Vivian Vulpone, Senior Consultant, International Sourcing
15 years exp. in the fashion industry and international sourcing.   Former Director of Sourcing for Dr. Leonard's Catalog.   Product development for Newport News Division of Spiegel Catalog.

Joseph Carter, Staff Writer
Joseph Carter is a Maine native and has enjoyed writing since his early years. However, his true passion lies in music. An accomplished vocalist and drummer, Joseph is excited to be a part of the evolving Nashville music scene. After majoring in Media Studies at the University of Southern Maine, he headed to the Music City to pursue a career in public relations and events management, thus connecting his passion for music with his business acumen.

Margaret Lockwood-Lass, Staff Writer, Producer & Instructional Designer
Margaret is an award-wining media-agile writer, producer and instructional designer who is just as comfortable writing a press release for a country singer as she is directing and producing a television commercial about truck equipment or designing a interactive training program for glass manufacturing processes. Margaret also teaches visual communications and digital photography.

Chip Stone, Photography
A much sought-after artist, Chip Stone's photographs have featured many of the top acts in music and film: Michael MacDonald, David Crosby, Eazy-E, John and Angelica Huston, Kathleen Turner, Kenny Loggins and Dr. Dre among them.

Chip holds a Bachelors's and Master's degree in Counseling and Psychology, and has worked for the legendary photographers Richard Avedon and Douglas Kirkland.

Darren Christianson Producer & Director
Darren is a talented filmmaker and video producer whose work encompasses commercials, industrials, and EPKs, as well as broadcast programming. His projects range from technology company promotional materials to family business commercials. Darren has donated his time and talent to help development of “Night of Memories” benefit banquet and concert, raising awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s research.

Leigh A Williams, Graphic Design
Leigh is an innovative designer and photography director who has designed for corporations, small businesses, advertising agencies and non-profit organizations. Her award-winning work has been seen on numerous websites, brochures, posters, newsletters, and even on the back of cereal boxes. Leigh is on the Community Advisory Board for Vanderbilt University, and also on the Board of Directors for Nashville’s CABLE, a professional women’s networking organization. Leigh can be reached through www.LAWDesignGraphics.com.

Michael Mills, Attorney
Educated at the University of Memphis School of Law, Michael received his Doctorate of Jurisprudence in 1996 and has been practicing law in the Nashville, Tennessee metropolitan area from 1996 onward. Michael is licensed to practice law in both Tennessee and Georgia. He also attended the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, where he earned a Bachelor’s of Architecture (5-year) professional degree and later an architectural license.

John Williams, Technology
John has served in a number of Director-level Information Technology management positions in Fortune 250 corporations, providing strategic direction and working with the computer systems of global companies, including Rockwell International, Boeing Aircraft, Dana Corporation, Owens-Illinois and DESC, S.A. de C.V., all leaders in their respective markets.

John has managed large-scale, global initiatives, including mission-critical multi-national implementations, startup and management of IT centers in the US and India, business expansions in Mexico, and global software development efforts. Now in private practice, John lends his expertise to companies looking to position themselves through technology. John can be reached through www.JohnWWilliams.com.

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