"Carla has an innate ability to see vision at a high level, guide discussions, gather intelligence and develop a full scope strategic plan that encompasses far more than just branding and marketing. She is driven by passion to make things happen and her team leadership skills are to be commended. Her work in developing a global brand valuation and strategy, and shepherding a multi-year brand rollout for Awana, has not only changed the course of Awana as an organization but will impact millions of children around the world for years to come."

Matt Markins, President and Chief Strategy Officer, Awana

"During Carla's long-standing and well-respected relationship over 15 years with Philips Electronics, she literally became an outside extension of our in-house teams and a valuable asset to leadership through many internal transitions. She immersed herself in our business and brought a unique outside perspective to develop creative  marketing programs for our Fortune 100 company. She brought limitless energy, enthusiasm and creativity to every project, from product launches to merchandising to branded events to developing new markets."

Jeff Alva, former Director of Marketing/Merchandising, Philips Electronics

"Words like 'creative', 'innovative', and 'get things done' while true about Carla, hardly provide a complete description of what she brings to any job she tackles. Mt. Everest shrinks in size when Carla takes it on; colors are more colorful when she takes the brush; 'the best' comes into focus when she lays the plan. A true professional; a gifted businesswoman."

Robert Sanford, former Associate Bible Publisher, Thomas Nelson Publishers

"Carla served a vital role in the overall global brand launch for our online digital platform. I was impressed with her desire to think strategically, and then apply her vast experience and insights across multiple industries to develop a brand strategy that exceeded our expectations. Her leadership in brand messaging, visual asset creation, global platform development, digital advertising and an entire influencer endorsement platform  culminated in a successful beta campaign and a global rollout. She is a consummate professional, helping keep all eyes focused on the strategy and driving it forward."

Ralf Stores, U.S. Director of Media Development and Services, TWR/Trans World Radio

"I had the pleasure to work with Carla on several partnership promotions with the Knoxville Zoo. Running her own agency, Carla partnered several of her corporate accounts as sponsors of the zoo. I was always impressed with her ability to take a single idea, promotion or sponsorship and turn it into a multi-faceted and dynamic marketing program that benefited her clients with enhanced image and sales, but also generated positive exposure for the zoo. With Carla, it was always a 'win-win' partnership. Her enthusiasm and passion shine through in everything she does."

Nancy Young, Founder, The Collaborative Center

Carla was absolutely critical to our sales success at Wellview. She facilitated strong management of marketing campaigns and ongoing brand recognition, and was a phenomenal team lead. Carla is a rare combination of kindhearted mentor and  driven professional with a relentless work ethic.

Shauna Sanford Howell, Vice President of Business Development, enspire

Carla has a very unique combination of strategic thinking and creativity rooted in deep passion for doing things the right way. Plus, she's just a very likable person and good human being. I highly recommend Carla for all things marketing.

Paul Jankowski, CEO, New Heartland Group & One Bullet Entertainment

Carla is an incredibly dynamic, seasoned brand and marketing strategy expert. She is a leader who knows how to inspire and mobilize teams to deliver on complex strategic objectives. Carla can operate at the highest level of big-picture thinking, and likewise manage and execute in the details to get it done -- a rare combination of capabilities. 

Tyler Borders, Chief Strategy Officer, Carnegie Dartlet