Scott Taylor, MBA

Saint Ignatius High School

Assistant Director of Advancement Marketing

BlkDog

We are a brand marketing agency helping small businesses, entrepreneurs, 
and dreamers build brands with purpose.

CEO + Founder

INTERDESIGN

Global Director Brand Marketing

Moen Incorporated

• Lead end-to-end campaign development including identifying target insights,
audiences, developing strategy, briefing creation, defining messaging, channel
planning, brand positioning, and content development
• Lead creative direction of above the line advertising (paid social, tv, radio) to
support key marketing initiatives and branded content
• Track and report the brand marketing data including development of feedback
loops to ensure creative is delivering against company goals, and optimizing
for short and long term impact
• Develop and communicate industry, market, and channel understanding to
advance and address business objectives
• Work collaboratively with cross functional teams on new product launches
and marketing campaigns in support of our Vision Into Action strategy
• Manage and partner with internal marketers, writers, designers, and direct
external agency partners on briefings, creative reviews, and brand activities
• Translate brand strategies into brand plans and go-to-market strategies
• Monitor market trends and research competitor’s activities to find opportunities
and report on marketing activities

Associate Brand Marketing Manager

John Carroll University

• Led strategy and execution of creative, marketing, and web projects to
support John Carroll University’s strategic marketing efforts
• Led creative, brand, and web strategies including positioning, digital,
social media, and web management
• Co-led athletics rebranding process between 2018-2019
• Developed and enhanced brand positioning and brand guidelines
• Increased in-house creative capabilities including adding video and animation
• Led the visual direction of John Carroll University’s new website in 2019,
including consultation of UI/UX brand experience
• Directed external resources including a team of writers, photographers,
marketing specialists, and digital teams to execute strategic brand initiatives
• Coached and mentored team members on professional development growth
opportunities including training on brand marketing best practices

Director of Marketing and Creative Services

Director of Creative Services

Senior Graphic Designer

University Hospitals

• Lead designer for key accounts including The Cleveland Browns, UH Harrington
Heart & Vascular Institute, Corporate Communications, and Human Resources,
Sports and Orthopedics, Institutional Relations & Development
• Partnered with marketing and communications teams to produce the highest
standard of brand collateral to meet hospital objectives and enhanced brand
awareness across all marketing channels.
• Collaborated with senior leadership on system initiatives including evolving
processes, products, and tools

Graphic Designer

Sherwin-Williams

• Executed, coordinated, distributed, and supported Sherwin-Williams Protective
& Marine (PM) marketing and brand initiatives for North America
• Designed marketing and sales collateral including sell sheets, brochures,
print and digital ads, and event materials supporting North America and
Global sales strategic efforts
• Developed and managed the PM divisions’ first online digital magazine,
e-Coating Solutions, over 40,000 subscribers globally

Graphic Designer + Marketing Specialist

Co-Founder @ BlkDog, Brand Marketing Agency For Small Businesses | Connecting People + Brands to Purpose | Creative, Leadership, Strategy

Hi! I'm Scott. 

I'm a creative turned brand marketing leader. I'm here to share my experiences, life lessons, ideas, network, and help others. 

In addition, I am a…
🔸 Proud Father and Husband 
🔸 Cleveland Sports Fan - Go Browns, Guards, Cavs
🔸 Foodie - I love cooking and discovering new restaurants and breweries
🔸 Traveler - Travel changes us. It's the gateway to growth and creativity.
🔸 Lifelong Learner - Growth is never done. I love learning new skills and ideas to keep things fresh. 

I graduated with an MBA from John Carroll University and Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication Design from the University of Dayton. 

I have over 14 years of professional experience in marketing, communications, brand, and creative design. I’ve had the privilege to work in several roles in varying industries including Manufacturing, Higher Education, Healthcare, Technology, Security, Art & Design, Law, Software, Event Planning, Athletics, Health & Wellness. 

My diverse professional experiences have helped me remain agile, innovative, and focused on growth as a person and professional. Lifelong learning is at my core. Of course I wouldn't be where I am today without countless talented and incredible mentors, colleagues, and partners who have pushed me to continue growing. 

• Creative Direction 
• Marketing Strategy
• Integrated Marketing & Communications  
• Digital Marketing 
• Social Media and Content Strategy  
• Brand Strategy
• Agency Management 
• Advertising and Paid Media Execution
• Project Management 
• Team and Staff Development 
• Executive Leadership 

In addition to my full-time work experience, my wife and I founded a brand and design company, BlkDog. We focus on supporting other small businesses, entrepreneurs, & dreamers. We believe in supporting the local Cleveland community and small business owners to achieve their goals by partnering with our team on branding, design, and strategic marketing.

To learn more about our agency BlkDog, visit www.goblkdog.com 

 *All my experiences and opinions shared here are my own.

Director of Global Brand Marketing

Horne Legal

Senior Lawyer

G2G Sports

Founder

Walkers

Associate

Dentons

Transactional lawyer focussing on real estate finance. An opportunity to further develop technical skills at the world's largest law firm working with highly regarded partners on market leading transactions

Senior Associate

Gilbert + Tobin

Transactional lawyer - experience includes:

- Merger & Acquisitions 
- leveraged finance
- General corporate finance
- Debt capital markets
- Securitisation

Lawyer

Clayton Utz

- Advising on legislation relevant to banking operations, including the Corporations Act, Consumer Credit Code, Financial Services Reform Act, Financial Transactions Reporting Act, Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorism Financing Act, Banking Act, Code of Banking Practice and the Privacy Act.
- Assisting with corporate financing work for a financier including drafting facilities, preparing security documentation and attending to PPS registration.
- Developing and implementing governance, risk and compliance frameworks in the private and public sector, focussing on banking and financial services law, competition and consumer legislation, anti-money laundering/counter terrorism legislation and retail credit.  
 
This role exposed me to a combination of high quality regulatory and transactional work for a mixture of public and private sector clients in a top-tier environment.

McCullough Robertson

- Front-end transactional work, including drafting and reviewing security documentation, attending settlement and dealing with registration unsupervised.
- Back-end recovery work, including providing advice to lenders on compliance issues and enforcement of security documentation.
- Liaising directly with Bankers and Insolvency Practitioners.
- Conducting Due Diligence reviews for Property Finance transactions.
- Presenting internal CLE seminars, developing firm precedents and mentoring graduates.
 
A wonderful initiation as a practicing solicitor, this role enabled me to work closely with outstanding Partners and Senior Associates of one of Queensland’s leading firms, obtaining 2 years PQE working for leading banks and insolvency practices on major lending and recovery transactions.

Founder – G2G Sports | Senior Lawyer – Horne Legal | AFLPA Accredited Player Agent

I help businesses, investors, and entrepreneurs navigate complex legal challenges with clear, commercial advice that protects their interests and drives sustainable growth.

I also work with elite athletes and high-performance teams to go beyond the game, building careers, brands, and wealth that stand the test of time.

As the Founder of G2G Sports, I represent top-tier athletes and advise sports organisations on brand strategy, performance, and international opportunity. My approach to player management is modern, strategic, and commercially driven. Designed for athletes who think like CEOs.

As a senior lawyer at Horne Legal, I act for business owners, investors, and growth-driven clients in commercial law, negotiation, and dispute resolution. With over 15 years of experience across top-tier Australian and international firms, I cut through complexity and deliver outcomes that protect and grow your position.

🔑 What I Do:
Player Management (AFLPA Accredited Agent) – For athletes with ambition, not just talent.

Strategic Sports Consulting – Brand, business, pathways, and partnerships.

Elite Mindset Coaching – Because high performance starts in the mind.

Commercial Legal Advice – Practical, no-nonsense advice that drives results and avoids risk.

Whether you're building an empire on the field or in the boardroom, I bring clear advice, elite networks, and strategic execution to help you win and keep winning.

Let’s connect if you're serious about performance, protection, and long-term legacy.

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