In many ways, I am Peter Pan.
I never entirely grew up—and I’m grateful for that. I still chase adventures, play guitar, collect baseball cards, write books and take a long walk nearly every day. I share it all with my wife, my family, my friends and our dog. Life is glorious.
But maybe I’m not exactly Peter Pan. A good life comes with a responsibility to give back. I serve on the board of Bradley Free Clinic, stay active in my church, and help build beds for children through Sleep in Heavenly Peace.
I also work with a small group of marketing clients whose missions I believe in, and I’m always glad to lend a hand to my friends at AccessU.
Marketing with purpose
Redball Advertising & Public Relations is my consultancy for right-sized clients. I provide advertising, public relations and marketing support while building genuine, long-term relationships with the organizations I serve.
My career has included work for Kroger, L3Harris, Virginia Tech, The Fenway Group, Appalachian Power and many others. I’ve received the AAF Silver Medal and was inducted into the Marshall University School of Journalism and Mass Communications Hall of Fame.
Stories worth telling
I spent much of my career writing in short bursts as an advertising copywriter. Now I’m enjoying the chance to tell longer stories.
How Chloe Became the Candy Corn Queen is my love letter to family, dad jokes and those little yellow, orange and white candies.
Way Out Wayne is a coming-of-age football adventure, while Baseball Cards at the Edge of War explores the games, gum and glory of the 1941 season.
A little place at the lake
After nearly four decades in Roanoke, we discovered another favorite corner of Virginia at Smith Mountain Lake.
Our comfortable, uncomplicated condo makes a relaxing couples getaway—and when we aren’t using it, we’re happy to share it with others.
Shine: The Legacy of Roanoke’s Advertising Men and Women
One of the most rewarding projects of my career was writing and producing Shine, the story of advertising in Roanoke. The film celebrates many of the people who shaped the industry—and brings back some memorable commercials from years gone by.
My creative partner was Dave Perry, now a Hollywood director of photography and cameraman. Visit Dave’s website, or watch the full film below at no charge.