By the end of April, 38 industry professionals had chosen to invest in their professional development in 2022 and earned their Certified Advertising Specialist (CAS) and Master Advertising Specialist (MAS) certifications.
Professional Development: PPAI’s CAS, MAS and MAS+ designations are achieved through a combination of active employment in the industry, education, industry contributions and the successful demonstration of expertise. The CAS and MAS certifications require continuing education and recertification to remain in good standing.
CAS and MAS certification holders have joined an elite group of individuals who have demonstrated their commitment to the industry and to continuing their education in it. Each has met rigorous educational requirements, demonstrated an exemplary commitment to their field and established their professional credibility to colleagues, clients and peers.Click here to learn more about the PPAI Certification Program and PPAI’s professional development opportunities.
The Recipients:Congratulations to these recipients of the CAS and MAS certification:
Heather Barnett, CAS, Geiger
Angela Benn, CAS, Safeguard Business Systems
Savannah Bennett, CAS, Geiger
Stephanie Blood, CAS, Outdoor Cap Company
Chyann Marie Colles, CAS, UN Promotional Solutions, Inc.
Andy Curtis, CAS, Champro Sports
Matt Dalton, CAS, Macco Promotions, Inc.
Jonas Zachary Diamond, CAS, GiftGuru.ca
Abi Flores, CAS, BDA
Sarah Goshgarian Unruh, CAS, OrderMyGear
Imran Harji, CAS, ABC Printing
SheinHarji, CAS, ABC Printing
Candice Johnson, CAS, TK Promotions, Inc.
Aaron Mell, CAS, BDA
Melissa Mereghetti, CAS, Geiger
Ryan Nordstrom, CAS, One 2 One Marketing, Inc.
Olivia Rose, CAS, iPROMOTEu
Lee Schisler, CAS, BDA
Maureen Springfield, CAS, iPROMOTEu
Brian Warren, CAS, Geiger
Julie Zavala, CAS, Clearly Branded
Heather Allan, MAS, PCNA
Wanda Castonguay, MAS, Geiger
Judy Ellington, MAS, The Vernon Company
Jen Fortier, MAS, Buzztag
Theresa Gonzalez, MAS, Stay Visible
Valerie Guynn, MAS, Geiger
Ed Hamner, MAS, Howling Print and Promo, Inc.
Barry Kahan, MAS, HALO Branded Solutions
Adam Koehler, MAS, BDA
Nancy Krail, MAS, Document Solutions
Jason Linneken, MAS, Geiger
Michelle Martin, MAS, HALO
Allison McAdams, MAS, HALO
Jen McQuinn, MAS, Executive Advertising
Scott Mueller, MAS, Muellertime
Craig Nadel, MAS, Nadel
Cyndi Tatum, MAS, P3 Promotional Products