“Trainer's industry knowledge and large number of relationships with the press and analyst communities is outstanding. This, combined with the firm's results-based focus and strategic expertise, makes them a truly exceptional communications firm, delivering results consistent with business goals.”
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Susan Trainer
President
Susan Trainer established Trainer Communications in 1995 to support some of the most prominent emerging technology companies with cutting-edge marketing communications services.
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Gary Good
VP, Networking Practice
With more than 20 years of experience in marketing communications and public relations, Gary Good has played a leadership role in major launches by industry leaders, including SBC Communications, Fluke Corporation, Nortel, Agilent, Dialogic, and Baan.
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Ross Perich
Vice President of Client Operations
A former award-winning journalist, Ross Perich brings nearly 20 years’ experience as a television anchor and reporter, project manager, marcom director, and public relations professional to his current role as Trainer’s Vice President of Client Operations.
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Karen Poli
VP, Finance & Operations
Karen Poli has amassed a 25-year career in successfully contributing to and managing companies’ financial resources and outcomes. As director of finance for Trainer Communications, Karen manages the company’s financial operations and assets.
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Mary Van Zandt
Vice President, Security Practice
A seasoned marketing veteran, Mary brings more than 25 years of experience to Trainer as leader of its Internet security practice.
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Elizabeth Zaborowska
Senior Director, Data Infrastructure Practice
Elizabeth brings fourteen years of wide-ranging experience in communications strategy and services to her role at Trainer Communications.
...[read more]Debbie Clima Communications Specialist, Data Center Technologies
Debbie brings a decade of experience in delivering strategic communications for companies in the high technology industry. With a never ending interest in technology solutions, Debbie continues to look for new opportunities to deliver integrated public relations and marketing programs
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Joel Ferman
Account Manager
Joel developed an infatuation for technology when he wrote his first fully functional software application in C++ at the ripe age of 13. After starting college intent on becoming an engineer, he soon found that all-night caffeine induced developing binges weren't for him, and stumbled upon his true passion - marketing
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Joe Franscella
Senior Account Manager
Joe Franscella developed a passion for communications in the early 90’s while working as an intern in the Communications and Press offices of former California Governor Pete Wilson. For the past decade, he’s worked in the communications, public relations, news and advertising industries.
...[read more]Ginnie Hazlett Consultant
Ginnie brings five years of enterprise technology public relations and industry analyst relations experience to Trainer, most recently working at Bite Communications. While at Bite, Ginnie had the chance to handle creative campaigns with AMD, Sybase, Sun Microsystems, Symantec, Brocade, Trapeze Networks and SANRAD.
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Scott Green
Consultant
Scott Green brings over 14 years of media and analyst relations excellence to Trainer Communications. His wide knowledge of consumer and technology segments, coupled with his deep understanding of press and analyst needs, have enabled him to build lasting relationships with business, technology, and consumer editors,
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Angela Griffo
Director
Angela Griffo has 15 years of public relations experience helping high-tech clients garner positive press coverage and deliver compelling messages to their target market.
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Shannon Magill
Account Coordinator
Shannon developed an enthusiasm for marketing as a college student and has never looked back. She applies strong research skills, a willingness to find the best solution, and an open mind
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Grace Mazar
Consultant
For over 20 years, Grace Mazar has successfully developed and executed marketing strategies for high technology companies helping them build brand loyalty and preference, grow revenue and achieve leadership status. An accomplished marketing professional, Grace has expertise in all disciplines of marketing including st
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Hope Nicora
Senior Account Coordinator
Armed with determination and more than 10 years of experience in diverse markets and disciplines that include marketing, copywriting, PR, business development and operations, Hope brings a wealth of multifaceted expertise to Trainer Communications.
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Tisa Penny
Account Coordinator
Tisa's marketing-communications experience and passion for public relations and technology attracted her to Trainer Communications. As an Account Coordinator, she is a "master multi-tasker," balancing such responsibilities as industry analyst and media research while supporting clients' editorial and spea
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Aaron Quiñones
Account Coordinator
Over the past decade Aaron’s work experiences have included running a small business, teaching English in Japan, and being a cowboy in Utah – all of which have shaped his knowledge and prepared him for the intensity and creativity required in a busy marketing company. Equipped with a voracious appetite for
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Jennifer Reid
Executive Assistant
Having garnered several years of experience in the bustling, high-touch world of hospitality management, Jennifer "Jennie" Reid is perfectly suited for the fast-paced nature of Trainer Communications.
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Laura Singer
Writing Consultant
Laura Singer has more than 25 years’ experience editing and producing marketing collateral, manuals, catalogs, magazines, newsletters, Web pages, training materials, and press releases.
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Larry Smalheiser
Senior Account Manager
A senior media relations specialist with well-established relationships at top business and technology trade publications as well as in the blogosphere, Larry brings nearly 10 years of award-winning work to Trainer.
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Karin Taylor
Director
Karin has worked for more than a decade with today’s leading firms in telecommunications, information technology and security, including Juniper Networks, VeriSign, Sun Microsystems, HP and Agilent; but in many ways, it is her work with mid-sized firms and start-ups that she counts as her best work.
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