Mary Verdin, President

Mary has more than 18 years of communications, marketing and public relations experience, working with city and county government departments, nonprofits and private businesses. Mary’s experience includes planning and implementation of advertising and Public Relations plans, public information programs, and
marketing strategies. Mary works with various city departments and brings an understanding of its programs and goals to the forefront. Mary has also served on no fewer than 17 boards and committees and has developed many key relationships with these organizations over the past two decades. Email Mary at Mary@VerdinMarketing.com or 805.541.9005.

Michelle Lea, Accounting Manager

Michelle’s years of accounting experience combined with a good sense of customer service make her a perfect fit with VMI’s philosophy of building relationships. Email Michelle at Michelle@VerdinMarketing.com or 805.541.9005.

Nick Watts, Art Director

Nick has many years of design experience with prominent firms and ad agencies. His strong professional and educational background has earned him several awards in the design and advertising community including numerous ADDYs. Nick approaches each project as a unique challenge to balance message, aesthetics and budget for every VMI client. His high standards and unique artistic talents ensure stand-out design work, any way you look at it. Nick can be contacted at Nick@VerdinMarketing.com or 805.541.9005.

Kelly McCay, Production Designer

Originally from Monterey, Kelly McCay has won numerous art and design awards, plus a scholarship from the Central Coast Art Association. Majoring in Art and Design at Cal Poly, with a concentration in Graphic Design, she graduated in 2009 with a bachelor of fine arts degree.  With an impressive portfolio and fresh, creative ideas, Kelly is both deadline-driven, and team-inspired. As Production Designer, she is a welcome addition to the VMI artistic division.  Contact Kelly at Kelly@VerdinMarketing.com or call 541-9005.

Susan Stewart, Writer

Susan has lived and worked in San Luis Obispo for most of her life, bringing a depth of knowledge and a sense of history to her work at VMI. A published writer for 15 years, Susan is a talented interviewer with a knack for finding just the right way to convey an idea. She believes in the power of carefully crafted words and is delighted to put that passion to work for all of VMI’s clients. Contact Susan at Susan@VerdinMarketing.com or 805.541.9005.

Cary Woll, Marketing Specialist

Cary has a passion for listening to people to get to the root source of problems, thinking through project logistics and delivering complete solutions.  With over 15 years experience in agency client services and Marketing Communications management, she has the skill set to handle a myriad of details, administer tight schedules, and deliver beyond expectations. Her energy and sense of humor definitely keep clients and team members 'on top' of their game! You can contact Cary at Cary@VerdinMarketing.com or 805.541.9005.

Carissa Nepstead, Marketing Specialist / Media Coordinator

Carissa, a Cal Poly Alumnus, with an extensive background in customer service, brings a "Can Do Attitude" and eagerness to satisfy all of VMI's clients' needs. She has impeccable enthusiasm in her desire to build and maintain strong relationships and is fully committed to our clients' success. You can contact Carissa at Carissa@VerdinMarketing.com or 805.541.9005.

Danielle Taylor, Production Coordinator

Detail-oriented and calm under pressure, Danielle possesses precisely the right qualities for a career in marketing and public relations. Hailing originally from Caldwell, Idaho, Danielle is a Cal Poly graduate. As our Production Coordinator she brings a natural enthusiasm, optimism and get-it-done attitude to all her tasks. Danielle can be contacted at Danielle@VerdinMarketing.com or 805.541.9005.

Nikki Whitlock, Public Relations Assistant

Nikki Whitlock is VMI’s Public Relations Assistant and brings a background of customer service to the position. A recent graduate of Cal Poly, majoring in Communications Studies, she is the friendly face greeting clients and vendors on the phone and in our office. Email her at Nikki@VerdinMarketing.com or call 541-9005.

Affiliates:

Verdin Marketing Ink is affiliated with national marketing firm RIESTER, combining talents to offer the best service and the best results to select clients in California. RIESTER is among the largest advertising agencies in the southwestern United States with more than 110 employees, offices located in Los Angeles, Phoenix and Salt Lake City, and additional full-time staff located in Denver and Seattle. Together the Verdin | Riester Team Listens Harder, Thinks Bigger and Works Smarter for client success.