
OFFICE HOURS
real time strategic guidance
& tactical support
whose expertise can help you today?
where we come from
Where we come from
Amanda Mintz
Architect of creative teams that have reinvented iconic global lifestyle brands including Calvin Klein, Sephora, & Sweetgreen- to advising & investing in founder led high growth emerging brands such as Sechey & Chillhouse.
Agency Referrals • Founder & Career Transition Coach • Implementing Talent Process & Pipeline • Interview Preparation • Negotiations • People & Brand culture • Talent Strategy & Acquisition
Anna Vale
Top-of-funnel, indie brand marketer that helps customers & community fall in love with your brand.
Activations + OOH • Brand Awareness • Brand Building • Brand Marketing • Consumer Engagement • Founder Profile • Influencer + Community • Marketing Spend/Budget • Sephora / Ulta Brands • Social Commerce
Bette Ann Fialkov
Expert in influencer marketing, celebrity partnerships, entertainment marketing, & strategic brand partnerships.
Beauty Brand Building • Ambassador Programs • Influencer Marketing • Celebrity Partnerships • Cultural Marketing & Sponsorships • Entertainment Marketing • Experiential • Influencer Marketing • Strategic Brand Partnerships
Christine Morrison
Seasoned writer, editor, & brand builder with expertise in fashion, beauty, & wellness.
Beauty • Brand Positioning • Brand Strategy • Consumer Insights • Creative Ideation • Fashion • Wellness
Claire Keys Pytlik
Freelance copywriter, creative leader, brand voice consultant, helping exceptional brands & business leaders find & use their voices—for good and for growth.
Brand Positioning • Communication Strategy • Copywriting • Editorial • Executive Presence • Ghostwriting • Messaging Strategy • Speaking • Thought Leadership • Tone of Voice
GINA GRETCHKO
Brand Pillars Activation Across All Channels • Content / Campaign Performance + Insights • Key Messaging + Marketing Objectives • Planning Social Content • Scaling Social Strategy For Growth • Social Media Platforms Prioritization
Jeannie Houchins
Global communications strategist & master storyteller with a passion for crafting narratives that break through the noise and shape culture.
Brand Positioning & Narrative Development • Executive Visibility & Thought Leadership Strategy • Global Campaign Planning & Creative Briefing • Cultural Intelligence In Global Brand Strategy • Crisis Communications & Reputation Management • Comms Org Design & Business Development • Strategic Communications Leadership • Food, Beverage, Wellness, Beauty & Lifestyle Brand Storytelling • Communication During Major Brand Shifts • Brand Strategy For Founders & Leaders
Jennifer Ritter
Dedicated to guiding brands at every stage of their journey, from concept to acquisition.
Brand Positioning • Creative Advisory • Formula Development • Packaging Development • Product Strategy & Positioning • Road Mapping • Strategic Development & Growth
Jo McKinney
Visionary leader at the forefront of transforming the future of work through generative AI & the agentic future.
Advertising • Agentic Insight • Business Ecosystem • Design & Implementation • Generative AI Strategy • Human Insight • Marketing
Jordan Nasser
Brand & marketing strategist with over 20 years of experience turning ideas into growth & brands into movements.
Brand & Marketing Strategy • Content & Storytelling • Ecommerce Growth & Optimization • Leadership & Digital Transformation • Social Media & Digital Marketing • Tech & Retail Innovation
Julia Labaton
Advises beauty, wellness & lifestyle brands on how to build strong reputations & connect with their audiences through 360-communications strategies across various media channels.
Beauty Industry • Brand Positioning & Storytelling • Brand Strategy • Communications Strategy • Influencer Marketing • Public Relations • Social Media
Justin Herber
Award-winning Brand Architect & creative leader who helps brands connect emotionally & win commercially.
Fractional CMO/CBO • Brand Narrative • Purpose & Positioning • Whitespace Strategy • Clarity & Differentiation • Brand Architecture • Challenger Strategy • Mission Activation
Lauren Rodolitz
Experienced founder & team leader with a demonstrated history in beauty, health & wellness industries for over 20 years.
Creating Philanthropic Platforms Aligned With Brand's Ethos • Impact-Based • Partnerships For Brands + Charities • Maximizing Agency Efficiencies • Maximizing Partnerships • NSF Certifications • PR + Marketing Agency • RFP Processes & Onboarding • Studies With Universities • Top-Level Communications Strategy
Lucie Kim
Multidimensional creative director & storyteller with a proven ability to lead creative strategy & concept development for brand campaigns & experiences.
Brand & Creative Strategy • Brand Messaging • Brand Positioning • Branding • Creative Direction • Storytelling • Visual Identity
Melissa Dishell
Los Angeles native with over 20 years of experience in branding & marketing, partnering with top-tier talent and brands to bring ideas, projects, and products to life.
Brand Partnerships & Collaborations • Experiential Events • Fashion, Music, Film & Beauty Events • Launch Event Strategy • Live Production
Rebecca Bartlett
Founder of Bartlett Brands, an award-winning creative innovation agency that develops & launches forward-thinking, culturally-relevant consumer brands.
Brand Audit Mini Sesh • Brand Development • Brand Growth Challenges • Brand Implementation • Brand Strategy • Creative Organization & Teams • Packaging Design • Sustainability Strategy • Wellness, Health & Beauty • When & How to Invest in Branding
Rachel Swanson
Helps brand leaders use customer insights to make smarter business decisions - for consumers & B2b, qual & quant.
Brand Positioning • Customer Insights • Focus Groups • Sales Materials • Survey Research • User Testing
Stacey Feldman
Founder & President of Next Chapter Marketing Consultancy, Former Head Of Marketing Combe & VP Marketing Church & Dwight.
Agency Management • Brand Building • C-Suite Counsel • Growth Strategies • M&A • Product Innovation • Retail Execution • Strategic Planning • Team Development • Women’s Health Subject Matter Expert
How it works
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Find
Explore and connect with our industry experts, seasoned brand builders, & trusted advisors.
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schedule
Choose a time that fits your schedule.
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Connect
SHARE CONTEXT, ASK QUESTIONS, LEAN IN, AND GET ANSWERS.
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Scheduling Policies
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PRE-APPOINTMENT DETAILS
Prior to your Advisory Session please complete the NEW CLIENT INTAKE form. This form will be provided to you at the time of booking.
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CANCELLATION POLICY
You can reschedule calls 24 hours before the session.
For any cancellations, or rescheduled within 24 hours of the session, we do charge a 50% fee to compensate the expert for the last minute change.
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Payment
50% Payment is collected at checkout when scheduling your Advisory Session.
Questions? Reach out at Officehours@theboard.community
FAQ
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Office Hours are you direct connection to industry shapers. Browse our available Advisors, schedule a 1:1 session with them, show up and ask your questions, receive thoughtful insight.
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30 minute and 60 minute sessions are available. You can select the session that works best for you when you schedule.
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Yes! You can book time with the same (or different) Advisors as you need and based on their availability.
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You can reschedule your session at least 24 hours before your call. For any cancellations, or reschedules within 24 hours of the session, we do charge a 50% fee to compensate the expert for the last minute change. Please email us and we can help.
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If your advisor is available to extend the session, additional time can be added in 15-minute increments.
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When you schedule your session you will be asked a few questions and provided the opportunity to upload pertinent documents + share social links. All projects are different and THE BOARD has you covered where ever your project leads.
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Of course! Please email us and we would be happy to help.