RuthAnne oversees strategic marketing, content development, system design and advertising. She was instrumental in developing Credit Suisse's Private Client Services Website and their Investment Banking E-Communication program. Further, she was retained by Goldman, Sachs & Co. on the development of a firmwide market data platform. RuthAnne has extensive background in managing content, architecting websites and creatively utilizing technology to bring relevant information directly to consumers. She attained Series 7, 63 and 24 licenses. She holds a B.A. from Rutgers College in Economics & English, a Certificate in Graphic Design from the School of Visual Arts and an AAS in Interior Design from the NY School of Interior Design. She is involved with several philanthropic and cultural organizations and is a board member of the Lar Lubovitch Dance Company.
Nicholas Black, Chief Technology Officer
Nick serves as our Chief Technology Officer, responsible for managing technical design, development and testing of our large scale projects. Nick led the technical design and managed the implementation of key projects for Credit Suisse, including the Private Client Services Website and Investment Banking eNewsletter Initiatives. Nick defined and developed technical processes to manage content integration, compliance routing, mail merging and system functionality for a highly complex and innovative email/web initiative for Credit Suisse. For JP Morgan, Nick was responsible for the design and architecture of a new eCommunication system for the Investment Banking Division, leading the development of a content distribution platform. From 1994-1998, Nick designed, built and managed enterprise market data solutions and financial analysis applications for Goldman, Sachs & Co. He graduated with honors from Cornell University and holds a B.S. in Physics.
Ian Keldoulis, Chief Communications Strategist
Ian draws from his extensive background in strategic brand development, creative writing and advertising to provide insight and ensure messages are communicated fluidly across multiple channels. With a two-decade career spanning all media and many continents: America, Asia, Australia and Europe, Ian bridges creative concepts and real-world situations in ways everyone understands. For six years, he acted as "brand steward" for Barclay's Capital's BARX brand of global trading platforms, developing and overseeing the brand, website, advertising and collateral. He has crafted a wealth of communications for a diverse cliental ranging from investment banks to asset managers, data providers, media companies and security firms. His writing has appeared in the The New York Times and other national publications. Ian is the winner of 10 Financial Communications Society Portfolio Awards, including the 2009 Best in Show for B2B. He studied psychology and media at the University of Sydney. When he's not busy with some form of media, you can find him blowing glass in a studio in Brooklyn.
Kevin O'Brien, Financial Services Consultant
Kevin brings over 20 years of business development and financial services expertise to his role at Dreisbach Design. Kevin has been active in the financial services industry in New York in various capacities including institutional sales, capital markets management, and senior marketing roles. He served as a Managing Director with Bank of America and Banc of America Securities from 2001-2008. Most recently, he founded and headed the Banc of America Securities PEFCo (Pensions, Endowments, Foundations & Consultants) unit. Additionally, he played an instrumental role in developing of an innovative private equity product, The New Century Fund, which allowed institutional investors to acquire seasoned, top-tier private equity funds via a "second look" after origination. Previously, Kevin served in increasingly responsible roles with Lehman Brothers for more than 10 years, in the global fixed income credit markets and alternative investment arenas. He is a graduate of Baylor University.
Katina Zulakis, Art Director
Katina brings creative flair and technical expertise to our branding and graphic design practice. An expert in logo development, typography and information graphics, she is able to visually clarify complex graphics and build out collateral suites to perfection. Katina is a graduate of Skidmore College where she earned a BFA in Communications Art and established herself as a stellar artist.
Paula Cyhan, Senior Graphic Designer
Paula plays an integral part in the creative team, particularly in developing innovative visual solutions for our clients. She specializes in designing corporate identity programs, print brochures and managing complete editorial packages. Prior to joining Dreisbach Design, Paula was a senior designer with Cantor Design, where she oversaw design and production of corporate communication and advertising programs for AIG, Credit Suisse First Boston and Marsh Financial. Paula began her career at the Philadelphia Museum of Art after earning a B.S. in Graphic Design from Drexel University.
Elle Yoon, Senior Graphic Designer
Elle serves as a Senior Graphic Designer at Dreisbach Design, responsible for visually articulating our clients’ branding across media. She brings a wealth of experience in graphic design for real estate and financial services clients and a rich creative talent. Prior to joining Dreisbach Design, Elle was the creative director at Trammell Crow, Cushman Wakefield and GVA Williams Co. In addition to her role at Dreisbach Design, she is a part-time faculty member at Pratt Institute, teaching digital design. She earned a MFA in Fine Art from the Rochester Institute of Technology and a BA in Communication Design from North Carolina State University.
Scott Bodine, Operating Officer
Scott serves as Operating Officer, ensuring we maintain the highest standards in delivering solutions to our clients, no matter how complex. Scott brings a unique set of skills to Dreisbach Design, having founded a strategy and technology services management consultancy and growing the business to over 300 professionals. He is an experienced strategist, designing and cost-effectively delivering technology-enabled business solutions. Scott has led numerous enterprise strategy, marketing and technology initiatives for clients including AIG, Barclays Capital, Credit Suisse, Deutsche Bank, General Electric and Nomura International. Prior to his Wall Street experience, Scott was an engineer at Sun Microsystems. He began his career as a systems designer at the John von Neumannn Supercomputer Center of Princeton University, while enrolled in a graduate Mathematics program. He earned a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering and Mathematics from Carnegie-Mellon University.
David Campbell, Multimedia & Web Designer
As a senior creative and technical resource, David brings a wealth of experience in web design, system design, programming and multimedia development. He is expert in creating dynamic web page elements using Dreamweaver, Flash and Photoshop. Prior to joining Dreisbach Design, David spent several years in the telecommunications and media industries building and managing complex interactive systems. David earned a B.S. in Business Finance from the University of Oklahoma.
Carol Lutz, Financial Writer
Carol brings extensive financial services and marketing experience to Dreisbach Design. She began her career as a commodity broker for Drexel Burnham, where she held a Series 3 license under the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Carol also has extensive international experience within the financial community. She was a licensed Registered Representative under the UK's Security and Futures Authority. She was the Compliance Director for the London office of Swiss Financial Services, a European commodity derivatives firm. Here she worked directly with all the European and US regulatory agencies and the Bank of England. Carol has been an active member of Zonta, the American Marketing Association, the New York Society of Association Executives, where she is currently a business development Committee Member, and the New York City Chamber of Commerce.
