The agency’s co-owner and creative director, Chris has more than 30 years of experience in advertising and design studios in Los Angeles, California; Hartford, Connecticut; and Gainesville, Florida; and in a package design studio in Melbourne, Australia. Her experience includes creative planning, campaign concepts and execution and supervision of all print materials (corporate image, brochures, direct mail components, trade ads, etc.), outdoor billboards, package design, signage design and trade show exhibit design. Born in Springfield, Massachusetts, Nikdel holds a B.F.A. from the University of Massachusetts, and a M.A. from the University of Florida. She also attended the Art Center School of Design in Pasadena, California and the Art Institute of Philadelphia for graphic design training. She serves as president, main account representative, creative director and graphic designer for CNP. Professional Associations: American Advertising Federation, Polk County Chapter, board member; Florida Public Relations Association, member. Professional designations include: TMP (Travel Market Professional), CBS (Certified Brand Strategist).

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