We take a holistic approach
Building brands is the essence of what we do, and we go about it holistically. We're big on discovering every little
thing that affects your brand — and knowing where (and how) to focus our energy. No issue, idea, or tactic is
overlooked, no matter how big, small, or unconventional it may be.
We may be at peace with the universe, but when it comes to you and your brand, it's no holds barred. Take no
prisoners. Our people are always thinking about your business, always watching your back.
Our people
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Ken Ribotsky — President & CEO
Two decades of experience heading up pharmaceutical marketing firms has left Ken with an unparalleled understanding of the business — but it hasn't left him complacent. He's still every bit as invigorated by the industry today as he was as a fledgling marketer. Ken is always looking for the next thing that will move a brand — or the entire industry — forward. Sometimes it is a small step, sometimes it is a quantum leap, but it is always Ken's first priority to find it and make it work for his clients. For Ken, it's a matter of ensuring that the strategy is as creative as the creative is strategic. For clients of Brandkarma, it is what transforms something from mere product to coveted brand. To learn more about Ken, visit his website at kenribotsky.com.
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Dorene Weisenstein — Executive Vice President & Chief Creative Officer
From the catwalks of Europe to boardrooms in the US, Dorene brings her singular sense of style to everything she does. Drawing inspiration from Henri Matisse's declaration, "Creativity takes courage," she fosters an environment in which Brandkarma's creative team is free to explore and experiment until they discover what will resonate with a brand's stakeholders. Before she began her storied career in pharma, Dorene honed her skills as a creative director in fashion houses and consumer agencies, which gives her a unique perspective on the pharmaceutical landscape. The result is stand-out work that gets brands noticed — and remembered.
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Devon Malecki, MD, MBA — Senior VP of Brand & Medical Strategy
Devon joined Brandkarma in 2008 with more than a decade of healthcare experience. He has led numerous medical marketing, communications, and educational initiatives for healthcare organizations, including pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies. Prior to joining Brandkarma, he was a senior director and an education consultant at MedsiteCME, a subsidiary of WebMD, Inc. "Dr. Devon" obtained his medical degree from the University of California, Irvine, where he also trained in anesthesiology and received his MBA.
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Levy Valverdi — Creative Director
Levy has an uncommon ability to create images and impressions that have both the force of truth and the power of identification. Strategic thinking is the force that drives Levy's immense creativity. He intuitively knows how to get healthcare providers and patients to react emotionally to a recognized problem or frustration — and how to successfully lead them to a brand's solution. His creative palette is filled with rich, emotional colors and images that are merged together to develop brands that make a lasting impression.
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Our affiliates
LOCAL INSIGHTS, GLOBAL SCOPE
- As part of the IN Network, Brandkarma extends its reach from the West Coast to the entire Western Hemisphere — and the Eastern Hemisphere, for that matter. With offices in 150 cities around the world, our IN Network partnerships help us ensure that your brand communicates to people in a way that is meaningful to how they live.
SCIENTIFIC KNOW-HOW
- Our sister company Alpha & Omega offers the finest in strategic medical and scientific communications, A&O produces compelling programs – including publications, KOL management, digital learning initiatives, and meetings – to meet the healthcare industry's ever-growing need to engage and inform both professional and patient audiences.
NATIONAL RESOURCES
- In concert with Core-Create, our sister agency on the East Coast, Brandkarma provides easy access to a premier pool of talent and resources on both coasts. And while Core-Create and Brandkarma have their own distinct cultures and separate client rosters, there's plenty of collaboration — all to make great things happen.
