Meet us
Connie Jo Miller
Agency Principal “Chick in Charge”
The gas in the engine, the energy that keeps us moving,the eternal optimism and the reason we all keep working to create those maverick and revolutionary ideas. This diminutive lady runs a tight ship. Connie Jo (Cj) is a brilliant business woman. Her business savvy is genetic (her Grandmother, Mrs. Barney Miller was one of the first women in KY to hold a job). Cj cut her “ad teeth” on the family electronics business then founded the agency on “Black Monday” October 19, 1987 (did we mention optimism?).
Connie packs a powerful, persuasive punch and yet remains very true and down to earth. Clients appreciate her insight and honesty. We treat every client with care and fairness – like the family business. To what does Connie attribute her decades of success?
“Moderation bores me. I like to explore, learn and work on multiple projects at once. I love change and the opportunity this business allows to dabble in everything. I am a non-traditional thinker. I have a great appreciation for crazy creative types and am a bit of a magnet for such talent. I don’t shy from challenges and bold moves."
cj@groupcj.com
Nancy Diedrichs
Creative Director “Attention Grabber”
Riveting. Electric. Arresting. Those words describe both the woman and her work.Nancy knows how to grab attention and keep it. This blonde bombshell is Group CJ’s secret weapon, weaving moving art, music and words into a messages that deliver a consistent “WOW”! This young creative powerhouse adds a fresh spark to all the agency’s work. Nancy knows how to mine information and navigate new media – priceless talent in this micro-chipped powered world. This Creative Director has a remarkable talent to cut through the clutter and get to the heart of the message – this gal uses both sides of her brain. She’s artist who thinks like a CPA. Nancy is adept at creatively crafting a message, navigating budget spreadsheets and understanding what makes your cash register ring.
nancy@groupcj.com
Danielle Thomasson
Media Director “Dollar Stretcher”
Behind that big smile and radiating charm is a savvy negotiator.“Miss D” knows her stuff. Danielle exudes enthusiasm and deeply cares for her clients. She works hard to carefully craft detailed marketing plans – always respecting the opinions of her client and the creative staff. D is a real team builder and excels at connecting our clients staff to the agency so we understand your business inside and out. Her close relationship with media representatives (who all love and respect her) help to find added value in every buy she places. This lady can stretch a dollar for miles!
danielle@groupcj.com
Cheryl Conrad
Art Director “Image Maker”
Cheryl, a Magna Cum Laude graduate from the University of Cincinnati has a keen eye for designing stunning product. Obsessed with colors, fonts, balance and standout imagery, she’s had experience doing everything from annual reports and brochures to web design and window graphics. True to her nature, Cheryl will not leave one page unturned, scanned, evaluated and triple-checked
for our clients.
cheryl@groupcj.com
Sarah Ellis Arnold
Business Manager “Money Lady”
Connie Jo would trust this childhood friend with her life.
Sarah is the fair and even-tempered lady that watches our money and yours with an eagle eye for detail. Sarah is the one who takes care of all those confusing media invoices and affidavits and puts them into one simple, organized monthly summary for us all. She checks and double checks the agency’s precise media orders and spreadsheets with what actually airs and prints. Sarah scrutinizes time sheets and vendor bills to make sure we come in under budget every time. She’s the one who makes sure you get what you pay for – and then some.
sarah@groupcj.com
Ave Lawyer
Brand Developer “Trash Talker”
Hello, sweetie!
Ave has had years of experience in the recycling field, working with both the National Association for Plastic Container Recovery (NAPCOR) and the Portable Rechargeable Battery Association (PRBA).She has created mass media advertising campaigns, educational collateral materials from neck ringers to bin stuffers to instructional videos, and worked with communities nationwide to promote and develop recycling programs. Materials developed around, and live appearances by NAPCOR’s engaging mascot, PETE, made recycling a top of mind issue for children in schools, for homeowners, neighborhood groups, apartment dwellers and businesses.
ave@groupcj.com
Think you’d make a great addition to the team? Send your cover letter and resume to 314 Old Vine Street, Lexington KY 40507.
