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chrisad No Limits IX
Las Vegas, NV
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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 2009 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.
John represents the following regions:
• Alaska
• Hawaii
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 existing chrisad clients.
Toby represents the following regions:
• California
• Nevada
Cory Schoebel
SENIOR 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 the marketing and development of hundreds of successful chrisad practices. Cory now lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan, providing his services throughout the continental United States. As chrisad’s Senior Account Representative, Cory acts as a mentor for new representatives, manages clients in the most challenging marketplaces, and continuously monitors the dental industry’s growth trends and statistics.
Cory represents the following regions:
• Continental United States
Joshua Blount
REGIONAL ACCOUNT
REPRESENTATIVE
Josh is a 2002 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Before joining chrisad in 2007, he marketed new vision-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. Josh represents the following regions:
• Colorado
• Idaho
• Iowa
• Minnesota
• Montana
• Nebraska
• North Dakota
• Oregon
• South Dakota
• Utah
• Washington
• Wyoming
• Western Canada
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. Matt represents the following regions:
• Alabama
• Florida
• Georgia
• Kentucky
• Mississippi
• North Carolina
• South Carolina
• Tennessee
Mike Angel
REGIONAL ACCOUNT
REPRESENTATIVE
Mike graduated from California State University, Chico with a degree in marketing. He has been working with chrisad for five years, quickly acquiring vast knowledge of the principles of dental marketing. He currently resides in the San Francisco Bay Area and represents clients throughout the Southwestern United States. He is a full-time chrisad Representative, which allows him to travel extensively and visit with both new and existing clients. Mike represents the following regions:
• Arizona
• Louisiana
• New Mexico
• Oklahoma
• Texas
• Northern California
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.
Bill represents the following regions:
• Connecticut
• Maine
• Massachusetts
• New Hampshire
• New York
• Pennsylvania
• Rhode Island
• Vermont
• Virginia
• West Virginia
• Eastern Canada
Joe Peltier
REGIONAL ACCOUNT
REPRESENTATIVE
Joe graduated from Loyola Marymount University with degrees in philosophy & photography. Prior to becoming an Account Representative, Joe worked as a Marketing Specialist at chrisad, quickly acquiring a vast knowledge of the principles of dental marketing & helping to design & implement marketing strategies for clients throughout the United States. He currently resides in Manhattan & represents clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic United States & the United Kingdom. He is a full-time chrisad Representative, which allows him to travel extensively & visit with both new & existing clients. Joe represents the following regions:
• Delaware
• Maryland
• New Jersey
• United Kingdom
Brandon Rieth
REGIONAL ACCOUNT
REPRESENTATIVE
Brandon graduated from Oakland University with a degree in business management. Prior to joining chrisad, he worked as an account executive for YellowBook. Brandon lives in Novi, Michigan, concentrating his services throughout the Midwest. He is a full-time chrisad representative, which allows him to travel extensively to visit both new and existing clients.
Brandon represents the following regions:
• Arkansas
• Kansas
• Ohio
• Illinois
• Indiana
• Missouri
• Wisconsin
Meet chrisad's Account Executives
Nicole Holmes
SENIOR 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 Mike Angel, servicing clients in the Southwestern U.S. as well as Northern California. Nicole also operates as a liaison for doctors who are interested in becoming chrisad clients. In addition, each year Nicole 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.
Nicole represents the following regions:
• Arizona
• Louisiana
• New Mexico
• Oklahoma
• Texas
• Northern California
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, she 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.
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.
Michael represents the following regions:
• Arkansas
• Delaware
• Kansas
• Illinois
• Indiana
• Maryland
• Missouri
• Ohio
• Wisconsin
• United Kingdom
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.
Natalie represents the following regions:
• Colorado
• Idaho
• Iowa
• Minnesota
• Montana
• Nebraska
• North Dakota
• Oregon
• South Dakota
• Utah
• Washington
• Wyoming
• Western Canada
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.
Sarah represents the following regions:
• Michigan
• California
• Nevada
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, he 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. Barry represents the following regions:
• Alabama
• Alaska
• Florida
• Georgia
• Hawaii
• Mississippi
• North Carolina
• South Carolina
• Tennessee
Jeff Anixter
ACCOUNT
EXECUTIVE
Jeff graduated from California State University, Chico with a degree in marketing & a minor in health administration. While attending college & upon graduating, he worked at some of the top companies in the world, such as Bank of America, Ricoh Business Solutions & Enterprise, learning their techniques for providing excellent customer service. As an Account Executive at chrisad, Jeff uses his passion in business development & his knowledge of customer service & marketing to help his clients understand their own powerful marketing opportunities to capture a larger customer base & to grow their business. Jeff represents the following regions:
• Connecticut
• Maine
• Massachusetts
• New Hampshire
• New York
• Pennsylvania
• Rhode Island
• Vermont
• Virginia
• West Virginia
• Eastern Canada