Our senior-level staff leads by example, and are intimately involved in all aspects of client programming, as well as the professional development of our staff—helping to inspire collaborative relationships and ensure superior results inside and out of the office.
Susan Stern
- President
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Communications is not simply a profession for Susan Stern—it’s a passion. As president and founder of Stern + Associates, Susan strongly values her interaction with clients and staff alike. Leveraging more than 30 years of public relations and editorial experience, Susan regularly consults on the strategic direction of the firm’s clients, and helps develop campaigns for a range of B2B and consumer organizations.
Nicole Gagnon
- Senior Vice President
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Think like a journalist. A firm believer that this keen ability is a vital key to success, Nicole Gagnon continues to leverage her experience as a former journalist to further Stern + Associates’ in-depth insight into the mind of the media. As senior vice president, Nicole provides strategic counsel and creative programming to the firm’s diverse client base.
Joan Bosisio
- Group Vice President
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As group vice president, Joan Bosisio focuses on staff recruiting, onboarding, training, marketing and new business development. Having served two terms as President for the PRSA's NJ Chapter, she continues to provide senior counsel to Stern’s architecture/design and healthcare client programs.
Ned Ward
- Group Vice President
- @ned_ward
- http://sternassociates.com
A “business mind” is an invaluable attribute. Ned Ward’s natural flair for interpreting complex business theories and themes consistently translates into success for Stern + Associates’ management consulting and thought leadership clients. As group vice president, his tactical leadership style combines with strategic thinking to effectively connect clients with top-tier media and conferences.
Danny Stern
- Consultant
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One never knows how previous experiences and current contacts can spur new ideas and opportunities. Danny Stern is testament to this. Danny joined Stern + Associates in 2002 after 24 years in the lecture industry, and is an integral player of the Stern + Associates team as the firm’s consultant—managing business development and providing high-level corporate and marketing strategy to clients.
Jim Nichols
- Vice President, Digital
- @digital_jim
- http://sternassociates.com
Brevity = Success for Jim Nichols. His talent for leveraging technology and trends is what drives the Stern + Associates digital strategy. As vice president of digital, he provides high level counsel as well as tactical guidance, helping to ensure each client’s identity is as impactful online as it is off.
Adria Tomaszewski
- Vice President
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Determination breeds success. Adria Tomaszewski’s persistence working with corporate executives to shape stories and understand the needs of the ever-changing media landscape has earned her the respect of clients and journalists alike. As vice president, Adria provides strategic direction for account relationships and leads the agency’s media team.
Jennifer Zottola
- Vice President
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Success in any business requires a unique mix of talent and creativity. Jen Zottola believes this is especially true in communications. As vice president, Jen’s ability to effectively lead the strategic direction of clients’ programs and develop compelling, award-winning copy is highly regarded by clients and media.