select a staff member by name:
kate black jeff denham stephanie easterbrook
greg ferguson heidi gemmill stephanie howe
chris lombardo lynn longwill erinn mcsherry
bryan mills paul mitchell john pitts
janet saleh marie verdun monica roddey
jonathan vinden janine westera bill wodhams
david wolk john zinderdine
kate black jeff denham stephanie easterbrook
greg ferguson heidi gemmill stephanie howe
chris lombardo lynn longwill erinn mcsherry
bryan mills paul mitchell john pitts
janet saleh marie verdun monica roddey
jonathan vinden janine westera bill wodhams
david wolk john zinderdine
The Brickworks team is a diverse group of communication strategists, account directors, designers, programmers and production experts. We call on a network of suppliers to meet our clients' unique needs, including printers, translators, photographers, TV and radio producers, direct mail delivery specialists and media buyers.
Senior Graphic Designer
(905) 632-8772 x 115
clombardo@brickworksonline.com
With eight years of entrepreneurial and newspaper experience, Chris is prepared to handle the speed of today's business. As a graduate of George Brown's advertising and design program he sees every challenge as an opportunity. A self proclaimed "foodie", he looks for every chance to please those with healthy appetites - whether they're hungry for food, or design.
(905) 632-8772 x 115
clombardo@brickworksonline.com
With eight years of entrepreneurial and newspaper experience, Chris is prepared to handle the speed of today's business. As a graduate of George Brown's advertising and design program he sees every challenge as an opportunity. A self proclaimed "foodie", he looks for every chance to please those with healthy appetites - whether they're hungry for food, or design.
Managing Partner
(905) 632-8772 x 101
jpitts@brickworksonline.com
John delivers 25 years of marketing and corporate communications experience as a principal of Brickworks. His overriding objective is to ensure our clients meet and exceed their business objectives through compelling communications programs. John applies his outstanding skills and experience to handle client work and issues collaboratively and professionally, on time and on budget.
(905) 632-8772 x 101
jpitts@brickworksonline.com
John delivers 25 years of marketing and corporate communications experience as a principal of Brickworks. His overriding objective is to ensure our clients meet and exceed their business objectives through compelling communications programs. John applies his outstanding skills and experience to handle client work and issues collaboratively and professionally, on time and on budget.
Managing Partner
(905) 632-8772 x 103
jvinden@brickworksonline.com
Jonathan has been actively involved developing computer-based communication tools since the late 1980s when he was instrumental in building one of the first CD-based electronic catalogues produced by IBM for its Home Computing Division. Most recently, he has been leading the development of sophisticated Internet 2.0 business applications for a number of clients. A Bachelor of Industrial Design graduate from Carleton University, Jonathan spent more than 13 years in industry before joining Brickworks.
(905) 632-8772 x 103
jvinden@brickworksonline.com
Jonathan has been actively involved developing computer-based communication tools since the late 1980s when he was instrumental in building one of the first CD-based electronic catalogues produced by IBM for its Home Computing Division. Most recently, he has been leading the development of sophisticated Internet 2.0 business applications for a number of clients. A Bachelor of Industrial Design graduate from Carleton University, Jonathan spent more than 13 years in industry before joining Brickworks.
Senior Account Director
(905) 632-8772 x 109
kblack@brickworksonline.com
Kate takes a leading role in planning, strategy development and coordinating our integrated marketing and communication programs. She brings impressive credentials to our senior management team. After graduating from McMaster University's MBA program in 2001 she spent six years in the corporate communications field in Calgary and Toronto. Her experience ranges from developing annual reports, websites and marketing brochures to trade shows and video presentations.
(905) 632-8772 x 109
kblack@brickworksonline.com
Kate takes a leading role in planning, strategy development and coordinating our integrated marketing and communication programs. She brings impressive credentials to our senior management team. After graduating from McMaster University's MBA program in 2001 she spent six years in the corporate communications field in Calgary and Toronto. Her experience ranges from developing annual reports, websites and marketing brochures to trade shows and video presentations.
Senior Creative Associate
(905) 632-8772
bmills@brickworksonline.com
Bryan is an accomplished creative leader with 40 years experience in the business. He came out of early retirement in 2004 to work with our design team and brings with him considerable experience across Canada with major corporations. Bryan built a very successful Toronto firm of his own over the past 25 years
(905) 632-8772
bmills@brickworksonline.com
Bryan is an accomplished creative leader with 40 years experience in the business. He came out of early retirement in 2004 to work with our design team and brings with him considerable experience across Canada with major corporations. Bryan built a very successful Toronto firm of his own over the past 25 years
Senior Creative Associate
(905) 632-8772
pwootton@brickworksonline.com
Peter has been a graphic designer in the U.K. and Canada for 30 years. During his years as a partner with the Bryan Mills Group in Toronto, he designed annual reports for a number of leading Canadian corporations, including Imperial Oil, Suncor, Abitibi Price and Noranda. He is a graduate of the Leeds College of Art in England.
(905) 632-8772
pwootton@brickworksonline.com
Peter has been a graphic designer in the U.K. and Canada for 30 years. During his years as a partner with the Bryan Mills Group in Toronto, he designed annual reports for a number of leading Canadian corporations, including Imperial Oil, Suncor, Abitibi Price and Noranda. He is a graduate of the Leeds College of Art in England.
Senior Communications Specialist
(905) 632-8772
mverdun@brickworksonline.com
With core strengths of writing and communications strategy, Marie develops and executes both internal and external communications programs for Brickworks' clients that engage stakeholders and deliver results. Her work ranges from comprehensive corporate strategy to event planning, media relations and engaging content. Although Marie has 15 years experience in the field of communications consulting she is continuously looking for new and innovative ways to deliver effective communications solutions.
(905) 632-8772
mverdun@brickworksonline.com
With core strengths of writing and communications strategy, Marie develops and executes both internal and external communications programs for Brickworks' clients that engage stakeholders and deliver results. Her work ranges from comprehensive corporate strategy to event planning, media relations and engaging content. Although Marie has 15 years experience in the field of communications consulting she is continuously looking for new and innovative ways to deliver effective communications solutions.
Senior Manager, Client Services
(905) 632-8772 x 106
gferguson@brickworksonline.com
Greg brings more than 25 years of marketing and communications experience to Brickworks, mostly on the client services side. In addition to strong skills in helping clients build and manage their communication and marketing programs, Greg manages Brickworks' printing requirements.
(905) 632-8772 x 106
gferguson@brickworksonline.com
Greg brings more than 25 years of marketing and communications experience to Brickworks, mostly on the client services side. In addition to strong skills in helping clients build and manage their communication and marketing programs, Greg manages Brickworks' printing requirements.
Senior Manager, Corporate Communications
(905) 632-8772 x 108
pmitchell@brickworksonline.com
Paul has worked with a broad range of Brickworks clients in both the public and private sectors, including the City of Burlington, Burlington Transit, Brantford Power and National Steel Car. Before joining Brickworks, Paul worked for more than 30 years in daily journalism, including including 27 years at the Hamilton Spectator where he was Business Editor and Business Columnist. He graduated from Princeton University with a bachelor's degree in Politics and worked at the BBC in London before joining The Spectator.
(905) 632-8772 x 108
pmitchell@brickworksonline.com
Paul has worked with a broad range of Brickworks clients in both the public and private sectors, including the City of Burlington, Burlington Transit, Brantford Power and National Steel Car. Before joining Brickworks, Paul worked for more than 30 years in daily journalism, including including 27 years at the Hamilton Spectator where he was Business Editor and Business Columnist. He graduated from Princeton University with a bachelor's degree in Politics and worked at the BBC in London before joining The Spectator.
Account Manager
(905) 632-8772 x 107
showe@brickworksonline.com
Stephanie is actively engaged in designing and executing programs for clients such as the Coppley Apparel Group and Starward Homes. She graduated from Hillfield-Strathallan College in Hamilton and the University of Western Ontario, where she earned a degree in Political Science.
(905) 632-8772 x 107
showe@brickworksonline.com
Stephanie is actively engaged in designing and executing programs for clients such as the Coppley Apparel Group and Starward Homes. She graduated from Hillfield-Strathallan College in Hamilton and the University of Western Ontario, where she earned a degree in Political Science.
Senior Graphic Designer
(905) 632-8772 x 113
emcsherry@brickworksonline.com
Before joining Brickworks, Erinn acquired more than eight years of experience in graphic design working for firms in Toronto and Hamilton. Her experience ranges from promotional advertising and packaging to web, newspaper and magazine design. Erinn is a graduate in Technical Illustration at Sheridan College.
(905) 632-8772 x 113
emcsherry@brickworksonline.com
Before joining Brickworks, Erinn acquired more than eight years of experience in graphic design working for firms in Toronto and Hamilton. Her experience ranges from promotional advertising and packaging to web, newspaper and magazine design. Erinn is a graduate in Technical Illustration at Sheridan College.
Graphic Designer
(905) 632-8772 x 112
hgemmill@brickworksonline.com
Heidi's artistic and creative gifts have helped many of our clients achieve that special 'look'. Heidi graduated from Sheridan College in Graphic Design and Computer Animation. Before joining Brickworks, she worked in advertising and trade show design.
(905) 632-8772 x 112
hgemmill@brickworksonline.com
Heidi's artistic and creative gifts have helped many of our clients achieve that special 'look'. Heidi graduated from Sheridan College in Graphic Design and Computer Animation. Before joining Brickworks, she worked in advertising and trade show design.
Business Services
(905) 632-8772 x 116
jsaleh@brickworksonline.com
Janet has been with the company for more than 28 years handling accounts and business services for clients. She is a graduate of Parkside Secondary School in Dundas and earned her professional qualifications through business and accounting courses at McMaster University, Mohawk College and through the Society of Management Accountants.
(905) 632-8772 x 116
jsaleh@brickworksonline.com
Janet has been with the company for more than 28 years handling accounts and business services for clients. She is a graduate of Parkside Secondary School in Dundas and earned her professional qualifications through business and accounting courses at McMaster University, Mohawk College and through the Society of Management Accountants.
Senior Writing Associate
(905) 632-8772
jzinderdine@brickworksonline.com
John has more than three decades of experience on both the client and agency side of the communication business. His experience encompasses virtually every communication media and nearly all business sectors, from manufacturing and natural resources to high technology, pharmaceuticals, financial services, fashion and government. Known for his creativity and ability to develop concise and compelling messages, John has developed communication platforms and messages for many of Canada's leading corporations.
(905) 632-8772
jzinderdine@brickworksonline.com
John has more than three decades of experience on both the client and agency side of the communication business. His experience encompasses virtually every communication media and nearly all business sectors, from manufacturing and natural resources to high technology, pharmaceuticals, financial services, fashion and government. Known for his creativity and ability to develop concise and compelling messages, John has developed communication platforms and messages for many of Canada's leading corporations.
Senior Public Affairs Counsel
(905) 632-8772
dwolk@brickworksonline.com
David has a wealth of experience providing strategic planning and communications counselling to corporate clients, particularly in the financial, natural resources and professional services sectors. He has held senior executive positions with major public relations companies such as National Public Relations and Hill and Knowlton Canada in Toronto. A graduate of the University of Toledo, David gained international experience as an investment analyst and financial communications consultant in South Africa and the U.K.
(905) 632-8772
dwolk@brickworksonline.com
David has a wealth of experience providing strategic planning and communications counselling to corporate clients, particularly in the financial, natural resources and professional services sectors. He has held senior executive positions with major public relations companies such as National Public Relations and Hill and Knowlton Canada in Toronto. A graduate of the University of Toledo, David gained international experience as an investment analyst and financial communications consultant in South Africa and the U.K.
Senior Web Developer/Programmer
(905) 632-8772 x 123
jdenham@brickworksonline.com
Jeff brings a wide range of web development experience to Brickworks. He has held positions in many Information Technology areas, including system and network administration, user support and development of digital media projects. Most recently, Jeff worked with Canadian universities to develop and implement new methods of collecting their research data using web-based programs he designed as the conduit. In addition, Jeff has implemented new electronic technologies within many municipal, provincial and federal government agencies.
(905) 632-8772 x 123
jdenham@brickworksonline.com
Jeff brings a wide range of web development experience to Brickworks. He has held positions in many Information Technology areas, including system and network administration, user support and development of digital media projects. Most recently, Jeff worked with Canadian universities to develop and implement new methods of collecting their research data using web-based programs he designed as the conduit. In addition, Jeff has implemented new electronic technologies within many municipal, provincial and federal government agencies.
Account Manager
(905) 632-8772 x114
seasterbrook@brickworksonline.com
Stephanie is a graduate of St. Mary's University in Halifax where she earned a degree in Economics, with a minor in Political Science. Before joining our team she worked as a Celebrity Relations Coordinator and a Fashion Buyer. Since joining Brickworks, she has worked closely with clients such as CertainTeed and Starward Homes.
(905) 632-8772 x114
seasterbrook@brickworksonline.com
Stephanie is a graduate of St. Mary's University in Halifax where she earned a degree in Economics, with a minor in Political Science. Before joining our team she worked as a Celebrity Relations Coordinator and a Fashion Buyer. Since joining Brickworks, she has worked closely with clients such as CertainTeed and Starward Homes.
Senior Writer
(905) 632-8772
After a short and forgettable career as an account executive, Bill started his copywriting career at McCann-Erickson. Over the last twenty years he also worked at Cossette, Bates and other major agencies. Clients include McDonalds, Nike, General Motors, Telus, Bell Canada and many others on a variety of consumer and business to business campaigns. Bill has won over 40 national and international writing awards.
(905) 632-8772
After a short and forgettable career as an account executive, Bill started his copywriting career at McCann-Erickson. Over the last twenty years he also worked at Cossette, Bates and other major agencies. Clients include McDonalds, Nike, General Motors, Telus, Bell Canada and many others on a variety of consumer and business to business campaigns. Bill has won over 40 national and international writing awards.
Integrated Communications Strategist
(905) 632-8772 x 118
mroddey@brickworksonline.com
Since 1995, Monica has immersed herself in online communities and more recently, Social Media. Her work with clients such as Disney Interactive, Microsoft Canada and Hewlett-Packard has demonstrated her ability to implement active, engaged communities and integrated online communications strategies. Before joining Brickworks, Monica was a Senior Communications Manager with High Road Communications' digital division where she applied her unique blend of traditional public relations and Social Media. Monica is a graduate of McMaster University with a degree in Chemical Engineering, and holds a Corporate Communications certificate from Sheridan College.
(905) 632-8772 x 118
mroddey@brickworksonline.com
Since 1995, Monica has immersed herself in online communities and more recently, Social Media. Her work with clients such as Disney Interactive, Microsoft Canada and Hewlett-Packard has demonstrated her ability to implement active, engaged communities and integrated online communications strategies. Before joining Brickworks, Monica was a Senior Communications Manager with High Road Communications' digital division where she applied her unique blend of traditional public relations and Social Media. Monica is a graduate of McMaster University with a degree in Chemical Engineering, and holds a Corporate Communications certificate from Sheridan College.
Strategist
(905) 632-8772
With over 20 years experience in advertising and marketing, Lynn tirelessly seeks out consumer insights and innovative marketing strategies to achieve results. And she loves doing it! As a career brand strategist, Lynn has developed a simple and effective communications process to develop and deliver communications plans successfully. In recent years, Lynn led the strategic planning for Reliance Home Comfort including brand development, key messaging, campaign planning, execution and results. Her vast experience on many different businesses from city branding, consumer packaged goods, financial services, retail, DIY and government brands makes almost any marketing situation feel like familiar ground.
(905) 632-8772
With over 20 years experience in advertising and marketing, Lynn tirelessly seeks out consumer insights and innovative marketing strategies to achieve results. And she loves doing it! As a career brand strategist, Lynn has developed a simple and effective communications process to develop and deliver communications plans successfully. In recent years, Lynn led the strategic planning for Reliance Home Comfort including brand development, key messaging, campaign planning, execution and results. Her vast experience on many different businesses from city branding, consumer packaged goods, financial services, retail, DIY and government brands makes almost any marketing situation feel like familiar ground.
Senior Social Media Strategist
(905) 632-8772 x 109
jwestera@brickworksonline.com
After indulging in social media in her personal life, Janine quickly realized that social media was the future of communications. Most people thought that she was crazy to leave her cozy, government position as communications advisor at the City of Burlington for a contract position with a social media agency, but she knew that her passion for social media would only increase over time. During her time in the social media world, Janine worked with some of the top social media experts in the field. She has also worked on Fortune 500 Company accounts such as Ford Motor Company and Canadian Tire. Janine comes from a Journalism and Public Relations background. In 2006, she was awarded with the Student Award of Excellence by the Canadian Public Relations Society – Hamilton Chapter.
(905) 632-8772 x 109
jwestera@brickworksonline.com
After indulging in social media in her personal life, Janine quickly realized that social media was the future of communications. Most people thought that she was crazy to leave her cozy, government position as communications advisor at the City of Burlington for a contract position with a social media agency, but she knew that her passion for social media would only increase over time. During her time in the social media world, Janine worked with some of the top social media experts in the field. She has also worked on Fortune 500 Company accounts such as Ford Motor Company and Canadian Tire. Janine comes from a Journalism and Public Relations background. In 2006, she was awarded with the Student Award of Excellence by the Canadian Public Relations Society – Hamilton Chapter.