Stephen Kruger, CEO and Founder,
brings leadership along with his
professional career in business development
and marketing. His level of experience spans
various industries, including, telecommunication,
computer technology, consumer packaged goods, and
food and beverage. Stephen has cultivated
a group of motivated people who understand their
responsibility and the results expected by our clients.
The company has become a real family in its own way.
Richard Eggers, Vice President Business
Development,
joins the Interactive Buzz team
with a high level of experience in meeting and exceeding
his clients expectations. Richard was formerly
with Level 3 Communications and was Regional Vice
President National Accounts for XO Communications.
Richard knows how to build a dedicated team of responsible
and enthusiastic account executives.
David Alpern, Vice President Strategic Client
Services,
has more than ten years helping Fortune 1000
businesses such as Experian, Tribune, Mazda, and Twentieth
Century Fox, develop interactive strategies while meeting
delivery objectives within organizations operating at Internet
speed. Mr. Alpern has an extensive background in online marketing
at Local.com and AltaVista, as well as supporting clients across
multiple industries with Doner Advertising. Mr. Alpern holds an
MBA from USC's Marshall School of Business and a BA in Economics
from the University of California, San Diego. A family man,
Mr. Alpern and his wife Shari are parents to three young children.
Heather Wagner, Manager Social
Media Activation,takes a leadership role in
encouraging the success of Interactive Buzz and
that of its clients. Ms. Wagner has nearly 4
years of experience in new media marketing,
coupled with enthusiasm in developing and
executing Social Media campaigns. All Market
Advocate teams and team leads report to Ms.
Wagner. Heather brings a dynamic history of
administering and executing successful campaigns
on behalf of lead corporations such as
Microsoft, Klondike, Dove, Bertolli, Del Monte
and more. Ms. Wagner welcomes goal-oriented
teamwork and encompasses the qualities of each
of our Market Advocate team members.
Laurie Hoppis, Client Support Manager,
is responsible for interfacing
between our creative and activation team, our Business
Development team, and our clients. Laurie
has years of experience in the healthcare and transportation
industries. Laurie and her Client Support
Representatives work in concert to provide a single
point of contact during the course of the campaigns
along with quality deliverables for our clients.