DENISE ELSBREE PRINCIPAL (read more...)

Denise Elsbree co-founded TRIO Media Group in 2004. She works diligently behind the scenes to put her clients and their services front and center. Denise has over 20 years in the marketing arena. In 1998 she was one of the original three founders of StayOnline.net, one of the largest wireless Internet and technology providers in the hospitality industry. Prior to this, she headed LMI promotions and RMG Advertising/PR. In 2004 Denise co-founded www.PowerofWomenandMoney.com. And in 2002, she helped create a new school for special needs students: Heart of Hope Academy. Denise likes working with emerging technologies and tapping innovative interactive media for client promotion.

RON SLOTIN PRINCIPAL

From Votin’ Slotin to Promotin’ Slotin, Ron’s experience in business and politics gives our clients new perspectives in formulating successful marketing plans. Before co-founding TRIO in 2004, Ron was Publisher of a prominent Atlanta magazine and creator of a groundbreaking television series. His past experience includes becoming one of the youngest State Senators in Georgia history. Using the popular “Votin’ for Slotin” slogan, Ron was elected to the Georgia State Senate in 1992 and re-elected in 1994. He has also lived and worked in Brazil in Business Development for one of the largest cellular phone distributors in the world. Ron's interests include basketball, triathlons and coaching his kids' sports teams.

ELAINE HIGHTOWER CHIEF CREATIVE DIRECTOR

As Chief Creative Director of TRIO Media Group, Elaine Hightower works directly with clients to create everything from their logo to advertising concepts and branded materials. She is also an award-winning art director with an extensive background in the magazine world. During her long history with Atlanta Magazine, she designed and art directed many of the company's ancillary publications including Atlanta Magazine’s HOME and Atlanta Weddings. Elaine always loves a new project, and her adventurous mind led her to invent a board game based on the Lewis & Clark Expedition and to write a book about Family Meetings with co-author Betsy Riley. She never stops! She can never seem to find enough time for gardening, cycling, quilting and visiting with friends. But she always has time for her kids.

IVAN ALFARO WEBMASTER

Ivan Alfaro is kind of a big deal. Not only is he the Webmaster for TRIO, he is also a champion fencer and a regular at DragonCon Conventions. He recently purchased a candy apple red Corvette which he enjoys immensely, but it doesn't quite accomodate his 8 children.

DANA JONES ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE: SOCIAL MEDIA

Dana Jones is in charge of all social media for TRIO. As Account Executive, she researches and develops new avenues for clients. Through her analysis, Dana helps increase their web traffic. A recent college graduate with a degree in Marketing, she earned two national cheerleading titles with her squad. In her spare time, Dana enjoys exercise, good books, blogging and weekend football games.