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chrisad No Limits VII
San Francisco, CA
Join chrisad and hundreds of our clients for the yearly chrisad No Limits conference! Seating is limited, so register today and receive discounted entry fees and hotel rooms.
800.505.4150
3 Decades of Pioneering
Practice Prosperity
Practice Prosperity
11 Professional Center Parkway
San Rafael, CA 94903
San Rafael, CA 94903
Meet chrisad's Founder
John R. Christensen, M.S.
FOUNDER AND
PRESIDENT
John Christensen is the founder and president of chrisad, the world’s oldest and largest dental marketing and advertising agency. Since 1980, he has been in a unique position to monitor leading edge, critical, worldwide dental marketplace trends and practice-performance factors. Over the past three decades, John’s in-market experience has taken him 5.8 million miles by plane and half a million by car. In 2008 alone, he visited nearly 450 clients in 42 states and provinces across the continent.John holds a specialized Master’s Degree in Advertising Management from Northwestern University. He was inducted into that university’s Hall of Achievement in April 2004. John also attended law school and earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of California. In addition to his pioneering work with chrisad, John works with CS Foundation, a non-profit he founded with grad school classmate Shekar Swamy to help impoverished parts of rural India. John splits his time between North America and Sweden.
Meet chrisad's Account Representatives
Toby Laur
REGIONAL ACCOUNT
REPRESENTATIVE
Toby Laur is a 1998 graduate of the University of California, Santa Barbara. He began working at chrisad in July 1998. During his tenure, Toby has accumulated a vast amount of knowledge pertaining to chrisad marketing, particularly as an Account Executive, where he was able to successfully provide guidance to existing clients and introductions to potential new clients. Toby is currently servicing clients in the Western U.S. He is a full-time chrisad representative, which allows him to travel extensively and visit with both new and existingchrisad clients.
Cory Schoebel
REGIONAL ACCOUNT
REPRESENTATIVE
Cory is a 1997 graduate of Western Michigan University and the son of a successful chrisad practitioner. He has been with chrisad since January of 1999. During his tenure, Cory has amassed a vast amount of knowledge and experience regarding practice growth and management. He has lectured regularly on marketing and development in conjunction with hundreds of successful chrisad practices. Cory now lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan, concentrating his services throughout the Midwest and Eastern Seaboard. He is a full-time chrisad representative, which allows him to travel extensively and visit with both new and existing chrisad clients.
Joshua Blount
REGIONAL ACCOUNT
REPRESENTATIVE
Josh is a 2002 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Before joining chrisad in 2007, he marketed newvision-testing technology to pediatricians. Prior to his work in the medical field, Josh consulted businesses in cost consolidation and increased production in everyday operations. He now resides in Gilbert, Arizona, servicing clients throughout the Western U.S. Josh is a full-time chrisad representative, traveling extensively to visit both new and existing clients.
Melissa Myers
REGIONAL ACCOUNT
REPRESENTATIVE
Melissa is a 2003 graduate of the University of Georgia. Before joining chrisad in 2007, she worked as a Pharmaceutical Representative, cultivating relationships with physicians and their teams based on her product knowledge and positive attitude. Melissa now resides in Bakersfield, California, and is dedicated to the growth and success of chrisad clients. She is a full-time chrisad representative, which allows her to travel extensively and visit with both new and existing chrisad clients in states throughout the South.
Matt Pryor
REGIONAL ACCOUNT
REPRESENTATIVE
Matt Pryor graduated from the University of South Carolina with a degree in advertising in 2005. Prior to joining chrisad, he worked as an advertising account executive for a daily newspaper’s print and website editions. As a chrisad team member, Matt is dedicated to his clients’ success and will do whatever it takes to ensure they prosper. He is a full-time chrisad Representative currently servicing clients in the Southeastern states, which allows him to travel extensively and visit with both new and existing clients.
Bill Krajewski
REGIONAL ACCOUNT
REPRESENTATIVE
Bill is a 1992 graduate of Michigan State University. In the 10 years prior to joining chrisad, he worked as a sales representative in the medical/healthcare industry, working with medical and business professionals with whom he was able to cultivate strong relationships. Bill's experience allows him to provide clients with a high level of customer care, service and satisfaction. He currently resides in Shelby Township, Michigan, concentrating his services in the Midwest and throughout the Eastern Seaboard. Bill is a full-time chrisad representative, which allows him to travel extensively to visit clients.
Meet chrisad's Account Executives
Natalie Alvarez Coley
SENIOR ACCOUNT
EXECUTIVE
Natalie Alvarez Coley is a 2001 graduate of California State University, Sonoma. There she earned a degree in business administration with a concentration in marketing. Immediately upon graduating, Natalie began working at chrisad. She has grown with the company, beginning with her tenure as a direct-mail coordinator then as an account executive in 2003. Natalie has proven to be a passionate and dedicated advocate for her clients, guiding them along the rewarding path of marketing success. She truly understands the value and complexities of chrisad marketing, which she continually utilizes to bring success and prosperity to her clients.
Jenny Mira
NEW BUSINESS
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
Jenny graduated from the University of San Francisco in 2004 with a degree in Public Administration. She joined chrisad in July 2006 with 12 years of experience in the dental field, 2 years of which were spent working in one of chrisad's client offices. Jenny was recently selected for the position of New Business Account Executive where she can utilize her talent interacting with those who demonstrate interest in joining chrisad. With each potential new client, Jenny will provide a vast amount of marketing knowledge, discuss expectations and goals while conveying how chrisad can benefit your practice. In addition, Jenny will effectively guide a new client through the initial process to ensure the practice is well positioned for growth and prosperity. Jenny is extremely dedicated to her clients and is very passionate about their success.
Nicole Holmes
ACCOUNT
EXECUTIVE
Nicole joined chrisad in 2005, following her graduation from California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo. Since that time, she has enjoyed great success in guiding countless practitioners to unforeseen heights of prosperity. She currently works closely with Cory Schoebel, servicing clients in the northeastern U.S. Each year, Nicole also helps organize the No Limits conference, chrisad's annual think-tank for international practice marketing. Armed with an outstanding marketing prowess, she looks forward to working with you.
Michael Cruz
ACCOUNT
EXECUTIVE
Michael is a 2003 graduate of the University of California, Berkeley. He began his career at chrisad enthusiastically serving many clients as a direct mail coordinator. Through his work in this position, Michael built relationships with his clients and assisted their practice growth. During his tenure here, he has gained extensive understanding of chrisad's marketing guidelines. This knowledge and experience aids him in his Account Executive position and ensures only the best service and growth potential for his clients.
Sarah Daly
ACCOUNT
EXECUTIVE
Sarah is a 2006 graduate of the University of California, Santa Cruz with a BA in Business Management Economics. Prior to becoming an Account Executive, Sarah was responsible for ensuring the growth of her clients as their Direct Mail Coordinator. With chrisad she has accumulated a vast amount of knowledge regarding practice growth and chrisad marketing. As an Account Executive, Sarah is committed to the success of her clients by helping them attain growth and prosperity.
Barry Erde
ACCOUNT
EXECUTIVE
Barry is a graduate of Bernard Baruch University in New York. He earned a BBA in Business Management. Barry spent the last nine years in the software industry helping small to mid sized companies better manage and efficiently grow their businesses by utilizing Accounting and Business Management applications. Prior to that Barry spent over seven years with Pride Institute, one of the most respected and established consulting firms within the dental industry. This experience gives Barry a firm understanding of what it takes for a dental practice to succeed and thrive in the marketplace.