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Hobbs Allison
Consultant
Hobbs seeks out and partners with both new and established authors to help them develop their publishing programs utilizing Greenleaf's author-centric model. He also acts as a liaison between new publishers and our production, distribution, and marketing teams.
Shonté Battle
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Shonte handles all day-to-day aspects of accounts receivable, and works closely with industry wholesalers and bookstores providing financial and clerical services to ensure prompt payments for Greenleaf and its authors. She also assists in various administrative functions, and works together with Shannon to research and resolve customer inquiries.
Lari Bishop
Managing Editor
Lari Bishop has spent the last 20 years writing and editing for a variety of publications, including newspapers, magazines, and books, and the last ten years in book publishing. She has a master's in journalism from New York University and a degree in economics. Lari helped build a small book publishing services firm, worked for John Wiley & Sons as a senior production editor and as a developmental editor, ran her own editorial company, and has worked for Greenleaf as both production manager and managing editor since 2005. She has written or contributed content to 8 books and regularly coaches authors through the manuscript development and writing process. She oversees Greenleaf's staff of book editors and the editorial plan for each Greenleaf title.
Justin Branch
Senior Consultant
Justin evaluates submissions for market viability; develops strategies for production, distribution, and marketing; and educates authors on the publishing industry. He acts as a liaison between new publishers and Greenleaf's production, distribution, and marketing staff.
Bryan Carroll
Production Associate
Under direction of the Production Manager, Bryan oversees projects as they progress through the editorial, design, and printing processes of book production. He manages project schedules, facilitates interdepartmental collaboration, and oversees quality control for production projects. He is a primary client contact for books in production.
Bill Crawford
Editor
Bill Crawford is an experienced writer and editor with a background in broadcast and online media. A graduate of Harvard College with an MBA from the University of Texas, Austin, Bill has authored or coauthored more than a dozen books, including the best-selling Stevie Ray Vaughan: Caught in the Crossfire. Bill served for many years on the selection committee for the Texas Book Festival, one of the nation’s leading literary gatherings, and has spoken with numerous groups about the realities of writing and publishing. Bill helps develop manuscripts and coaches authors through the writing process.
Nathan DeLacretaz
Manager of Information Systems
Nathan is in charge of database design and administration, computer and network administration, and coordinating upgrades with outside vendors and consultants. He tracks and troubleshoots computer and network issues, assesses bids, and is the buyer for all software and hardware. He also trains new employees and interns on software use and general procedures.
Matthew Donnelley
Production/Operations Associate
Matt simply cannot be constrained by one department. Matt came to Greenleaf from the Printing Industry, making him a good fit to work in Production alongside Bryan Carroll and Chris McRay. He manages schedules and projects, and works closely with authors to make sure their production experience is always pleasant. Matt also works closely with Alan Grimes in Operations, focusing on raising people’s awareness of Greenleaf, as well as advancing our ebook program. Matt makes sure to nurture his inner geek by working with Nathan DeLacretaz in IT to address various network and database issues.
Neil Gonzalez
Designer
Neil is one of four designers who helps with the creative design process at Greenleaf. With his thorough understanding of art and design, Neil uses conceptual thinking, color combination, experimental composition, and traditional and contemporary methods to create truly outstanding designs. He applies his knowledge in collaboration with the other designers to create professional book covers, interiors, sales and marketing materials, and web content.
Clint Greenleaf
Chairman and CEO
Clint started Greenleaf Book Group after writing and publishing two books, selling foreign publication rights, and securing a multibook contract with Adams Media. Since then, he has built the company into one of the industry's leading book distributors. Greenleaf Book Group has represented more than five hundred titles and is one of the fastest-growing companies in America. Clint speaks at conferences and seminars across the country and has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Inc. magazine, and Entrepreneur, and he is a contributor to Inc.com and the Fox Business Channel.
Alan Grimes
Operations and HR Manager
Alan Grimes helps oversee the day-to-day activities of the company, assisting in evaluating current and proposed systems and procedures. He recommends changes when necessary and assists in the implementation of new processes. Alan also designs, plans, and implements human resources programs and policies for the company.
Tanya Hall
Business Development Manager
Tanya Hall is a seasoned media veteran, recognized in the fields of business development, distribution and publishing. In her current role, Tanya drives Greenleaf’s business development efforts, working with authors to develop their publishing programs and developing strategic partnerships to grow Greenleaf’s reputation as a leading independent publisher. Prior to her current role, she built Greenleaf's distribution organization, working directly with retailers and wholesalers to develop one of the fastest growing distribution businesses in the industry. Before joining the publishing industry, Tanya worked as a television producer for Extra! and E! Cable Networks. Tanya regularly speaks at various events, including the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA) Publishing University, AuthorSmart, and the Publishing Business Expo.
Vern Harris
Print Buyer
Vern joins Greenleaf Book Group as print buyer, with twenty years experience in the printing industry. Working with the top printers in the United States and abroad, Vern strives to maximize the profit margins for our clients by finding the right press fit for each book. He manages all projects at press to maintain Greenleaf's high quality standards and to monitor press schedules. Vern is the primary client contact for all printing projects once projects are at press, and works with clients to determine their shipping needs.
Roxanne Heuschkel
Publishing Assistant
Roxanne handles the daily operations of the office, including receptionist and administrative duties. She also helps the review team process submissions, writes for the Big Bad Book Blog, and takes on projects for multiple departments as needed. From being the smiling face of the Greenleaf front desk to working closely with the distribution team, Roxanne helps keep the office running smoothly.
Aaron Hierholzer
Editor
Aaron graduated with a degree in English from Trinity University, where he served on the editorial board of Trinity Review, the literary magazine. He has been writing marketing and cover copy for Greenleaf titles since he started with the company as a distribution associate in 2006. He soon began assisting the editorial department, working on manuscripts, preparing editorial diagnoses, and writing cover and marketing copy. During his time with Greenleaf, he has played a major role in developing Greenleaf's web presence through social media and the Big Bad Book Blog. He also volunteers as an editorial assistant for American Short Fiction. His writing talent allows him to improve the prose in each manuscript he touches.
Jay Hodges
Senior Editor
Jay Hodges began editing professionally in 1995. He has experience with magazines, online media, and books. A graduate from the University of Texas at Austin with an MA in German literature, Jay has worked in the editorial departments of Routledge, Penguin, and Martha Stewart. He has written for several publications, including Time Out New York and In These Times. He is also an award-winning documentary filmmaker. Jay is exceptionally good at identifying language that is unclear and improving the general flow of ideas and prose in manuscripts.
Heather Jones
Editorial Assistant
Heather holds a degree in Comparative Literature from Oberlin College, where she spent two years as editor-in-chief of Oberlin's leading nonfiction magazine. She received training in editorial techniques as a course assistant for Oberlin's rhetoric and composition department and worked for two years as a writing tutor in the college's Writing Associate program. She is an excellent proofreader and writer and also helps track projects through the editorial process.
Katelynn Knutson
Marketing Associate
Katelynn works with Greenleaf's marketing manager to launch, monitor, and manage campaigns for our marketing clients. She works closely with clients and their publicity teams to strategize the most effective campaigns for their books and keeps them updated on the weekly progress of each Greenleaf marketing initiative. Katelynn coordinates many of our marketing programs, and she is always on the lookout for new promotion opportunities and emerging industry trends.
Kim Lance
Designer
Kim uses conceptual thinking, color combination, experimental composition, and traditional and contemporary methods to create truly outstanding designs. She applies her knowledge in collaboration with the other Greenleaf designers to create professional book covers, interiors, sales and marketing materials, and web content.
Emily Laskowski
Distribution Associate
Emily assists in the distribution process at Greenleaf, processing orders, compiling and distributing sales materials, facilitating book order fulfillment and helping with various administrative duties and projects as needed. She also supports Greenleaf’s ebook program, serving as the point of contact between Greenleaf and the digital outlets who sell our ebooks and the authors participating in the program.
Caryn Lusinchi
Marketing Manager
Caryn Lusinchi is the marketing manager at Greenleaf Book Group, where she develops targeted promotional strategies and custom marketing programs to introduce readers to newly released and backlist titles. She works closely with sales, distribution and marketing associates to track campaign impact. Additionally, she monitors industry and digital trends to bring innovation to each client's marketing campaign.
Jenn McMurray
Senior Distribution Associate
Jenn works closely with the distribution manager to launch, organize, and manage the distribution of Emerald titles. She monitors sales and inventory trafficking, ensures each new title is set up with the appropriate venues, and submits each book to buyers for local and national buys. She is responsible for maintaining relationships with booksellers and wholesalers and sustaining ongoing communication with buyers on behalf of each title to leverage buys with upcoming publicity efforts.
Chris McRay
Production Manager
Chris leads the Greenleaf production department. He guides success of all projects in production and coordinates inter-departmental collaboration to ensure that the most competitive product is produced on schedule and within the client's budget. He is the primary client contact for some production projects.
Natalie Navar
Senior Publishing Assistant
Natalie provides administrative support for all departments of Greenleaf Book Group in addition to working on a variety of special projects. She is closely aligned with the review team, helping to process and evaluate submissions for quality and marketing viability. Natalie also contributes to Greenleaf’s media efforts, including website management, creation of promotional materials, and writing for the Big Bad Book Blog.
Linda O'Doughda
Editor
A cum laude graduate from UMass–Amherst who minored in English, Linda began editing and proofreading in Berkeley in the mid-1970s. Formerly a managing editor at the Naval Institute Press, her freelance clients have included the National Academies Press, Sidran Institute, University of Minnesota Press, and Wayne State University Press. She has continued her education with courses and workshops in advanced editing and writing at George Washington University, St. John’s College, and Johns Hopkins University. She is an exceptional line editor and has a keen eye for improving flow and structure.
Sheila Parr
Managing Designer
Sheila is an award-winning book designer. Her cover work was featured in the 2008 and 2009 Print Regional Design Annuals and she has designed multiple bestselling books. Sheila's journalism background gives her a unique perspective on how design can relay information. She has been at Greenleaf since 2005. She art directs our in-house and freelance designers to shape innovative book cover and page designs, and regularly consults with authors on industry design standards.
Brian Phillips
Junior Designer
Brian is one of four designers who helps with the creative design process at Greenleaf. With his thorough understanding of art and design, Brian uses conceptual thinking, color combination, experimental composition, and traditional and contemporary methods to create truly outstanding designs. He applies his knowledge in collaboration with the other designers to create professional book covers, interiors, sales and marketing materials, and web content.
Daniela Richardson
Creative Services Manager
Daniela has more than fourteen years of experience in the publishing industry, having worked for companies such as Wiley and Pearson Education. She leads the in-house design department—managing the day-to-day details and prioritizing workloads. She works closely with all departments to ensure that projects run smoothly and are kept on schedule.
Kristen Sears
Distribution Manager
Kristen leads Greenleaf's distribution department. She oversees the client consultation program that defines Greenleaf's reputation for exceptional client service, and she monitors all sales and inventory trafficking. Kristen ensures each new title is set up with the appropriate venues and presents books to buyers for local and national buys. She is responsible for fostering relationships with booksellers and wholesalers and also handles the development of special sales programs and new distribution channels.
Katie Steigman
Associate Consultant
Katie oversees the submission and review process at Greenleaf and acts as the main point of contact for submitting authors. She reviews submissions for market viability and leads weekly review board meetings. Consulting with authors on their publishing options, Katie educates potential clients about Greenleaf's business model and services. In addition, Katie helps with departmental operations, contributes to business development initiatives, and monitors website performance and optimization.
Wendy Swanson
Production Associate
Wendy has several years of experience with Boston-based educational publishers, having served as copyeditor, production editor, as well as author of a grammar study guide. More recently her work focused on developing custom publishing solutions and new technologies to streamline production processes. At Greenleaf, Wendy oversees projects as they progress through the editorial, design, and printing processes of book production. She manages project schedules, facilitates interdepartmental collaboration, and oversees quality control for production projects. She is a primary client contact for books in production.
Brian Viktorin
Chief Financial Officer
Brian oversees the policy and management of Greenleaf's accounting and finance functions, including budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting, cash management, banking relationships, and general accounting functions (payroll, vendor payables, and customer receivables). He is also responsible for the company's risk management and human resources areas. Brian is a Certified Public Accountant with broad expertise and experience in public accounting and internal auditing with both developing and publicly held companies.
Carrie Winsett
Marketing Associate
Carrie works closely with the marketing manager to launch, monitor, and manage campaigns for Greenleaf's marketing clients. She keeps clients updated weekly on the progress of their campaigns and coordinates their publicity efforts with the geographic placement of their books. Carrie coordinates many of our marketing programs and helps oversee Greenleaf's book marketers and their results. She also researches emerging media trends and promotion opportunities for our clients.
Lisa Woods
Senior Designer
Lisa's ability to artfully combine type and imagery, use color combinations, and work within and against genre design conventions results in book cover designs that catch a potential buyer's eye and visually convey the book's essence. Lisa also handles reprint revisions, participates in client presentations, and deals with technical and printing issues.
Shannon Zuniga
Accounting Associate
Shannon oversees accounts receivable and assists in multiple accounting-related functions, including client support and inquiries, invoicing and billing, and account reconciliations. She provides internal accounting support and works closely with Shonté assisting authors and industry wholesalers.
