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

MassMutual Greater Philadelphia

I am licensed to help you with insurance services in Florida, Pennsylvania, California, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Georgia, Colorado, Texas, South Carolina, Illinois, Indiana and Missouri. MassMutual is a marketing name for Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual) and its affiliated companies and sales representatives. Local sales agencies are not subsidiaries of MassMutual or its affiliated companies.

Emmanuele Sembroni, California Insurance License # 4212918 | Domiciled in PA.

Financial Services Professional

Sunshine Lovers LLC

Founder of Sunshine Lovers LLC. Hospitality & Rental Home services for remote workers in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Founder

Luxury Apartment in the Heart of Rome

CEO & Founder of Luxury Apartment in the Heart of Rome, Italy. Since 2017 we offer services, and experiences to people that are looking to explore Rome in a more unique way.

Chief Executive Officer

(ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association

DNA- Based Fitness Coach

Personal Trainer

New York Cosmos

Professional Soccer Player

Francavilla Calcio 1927

Professional soccer player

L'Aquila calcio 1927

Lupa Roma Football Club

Fc Chiasso

U.S. Salernitana 1919


👋 Hi, my name is Manny. I’m an ex-professional soccer player turned small business financial specialist.

TL;DR I help small business owners (like physical therapy clinics) and athletes protect their legacy through risk management and insurance strategies.


I fell in love with soccer watching the 1994 World Cup. That one game would forever set my life's course, leading to a professional soccer career. ️

Those years in the field shaped my work ethic and view of success. I learned that if you had the right coach and training, you could push yourself to the limits and achieve possibilities you never could have ever dreamed of. I took this mindset with me when I left the soccer field and stepped into the world of finance through my career at MassMutual Greater Philadelphia.

Unfortunately, many of my teammates weren’t so lucky. After all that work and dedication, they were left with nothing. No prospects, no nest egg, and certainly no funds to retire on.

They needed a financial plan, but by then it was too late.

I became determined to help others avoid this fate and built a network of professionals specialized in optimizing future planning. Through my work at MassMutual and this network, I was able to  help dozens of athletes build a more secure future.

Now, my mission is to help even more people, especially small business owners, who are amazing in their field but need help securing their professional legacy and protecting their assets. I work with physical therapy offices, private clinics, and other specialized businesses to make their dream “Dolce Vita” a reality.

Don’t wait until it’s too late to protect your legacy. As my nonna used to say, “Oggi sei qui, domani chissa’.” Which means “Here today, gone tomorrow.”

Send me a DM or schedule a call to talk through your options. I’m here to help

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