MEMBER OF THE MONTH - Brian Roman

Growing up in the northwest suburbs of Philadelphia, PA, Brian discovered his work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit at a young age. After graduating from Drexel University in 1991 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, specializing in Marketing, he remained at the institution to attain his Master of Science Degree in Marketing Management in 1997. As an undergraduate student, he joined the rowing team, and he continues to row at the master's level with the Malta Boat Club of Philadelphia. 

During these years, he held positions as an office assistant for Rouse & Associates, as a front desk manager at the Sheraton Valley Forge, and as an assistant buyer at Strawbridge & Clothier. During this period, he also worked part-time for the Philadelphia Phillies—a job he started in high school.  

After graduating from Drexel, he was hired in a full-time capacity by the Phillies and held positions in the Marketing and Sales Departments. He coordinated and executed promotional and corporate sponsorship programs, served as the player liaison between players and Phillies marketing, and traveled with the Phillie Phanatic[1]  throughout the United States. 

Thereafter, Brian decided to venture into pharmaceutical advertising. At Dorland Sweeney Jones, he managed the advertising and communications for the market-leading contact lens solution and contact lens brand in the United States, as well as the marketing for several other client products—both branded and generic, national, and international. His experience in the eye-care market then took him to New York, where he joined a division of BBDO called HMC Inc. Later, he completed a two-year stint with Ferrare & Fleming Advertising as a senior account manager, responsible for developing and implementing plans for a leading chemical manufacturer. Then, he joined TEVA Pharmaceuticals as the marketing and sales supervisor.  

However, after being diagnosed with testicular cancer at age 27 and undergoing two major surgeries and several rounds of chemotherapy, Brian decided to live life differently. The most drastic change was quitting his job and starting AdMark Network, Inc., now Admark360. Admark360 creates advertising and marketing materials for clients, including print ads, proposals, direct mail campaigns, banners, and signage, among others. However, the company's primary focus is promotional products and apparel. Its approach is consultative and creatively guided by clients’ business objectives.  

Brian possesses over 35 years of marketing, event, sales and advertising management experience in pharmaceuticals, consumer products, sports, and other industries, as well as experience developing national consumer campaigns involving TV, radio, and journal ads and promotions. When away from Admark360, Brian serves as the caregiver for his parents. He enjoys tinkering in the garage, hiking, biking, gardening, and spending time with friends and family. He also enjoys spending time with his feisty 14-year-old shepherd-mix pup, named Rex. 

Brian A. Roman
Owner, Admark360, LLC
215-514-0999
roman@admark360.com
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