David Bardis

Day Job

Sr. Graphic Designer / Art Director.

Dream Job

Full time artist mode with no fear of making rent.

Back Story

In 8th grade I took a career aptitude test and my results were ‘Tree Farmer’ and ‘Graphic Artist’ – since there are already so many tree farms in Atlanta, I decided to try my luck at graphic design.

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Golden Doodle – they make people laugh and are always down for an adventure.

I like my Coffee

Fresh brewed, black.

Nicknames

Bardis – for some reason my last name always becomes my nickname, lol.

Guilty Pleasure

OREOS – once I start, I can’t stop until the box is empty.

Out of Office

A beer in hand and 2 feet in the sand.

Super Power

Time Travel.

David Yeend

Day Job

Brand Strategist.

Dream Job

Singer/Songwriter.

Back Story

Fifteen years a copywriter, fifteen years in strategy, on brands big and small. Detoured into digital innovation strategy. Why Tailfin? Because yes, “a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world.”

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Koala.

I like my Coffee

Americano, black, notes of chocolate and nuts.

Nicknames

DY.

Guilty Pleasure

Justin Bieber.

Out of Office

Dad-so-hard, songwriting, foodie about town.

Super Power

My wife says I can see the future. My son says I smell like kindness. The truth? Listening.

Jordan Fishman

Day Job

Account Supervisor.

Dream Job

Sommelier.

Back Story

Charleston roots, Atlanta address. Made the move in 2019 and spent the years since navigating client relationships, complex projects, and plenty of moving pieces in the Ad Agency space. I found my way to Tailfin for the same reason many do: smart people, great clients, and work that excites.

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Labrador Retriever.

I like my Coffee

Iced with lavender.

Nicknames

Jay, Jorfish.

Guilty Pleasure

Bravo/Reality TV.

Out of Office

Somewhere with a patio, a drink in hand, and zero notifications.

Super Power

Making clients feel like everything is under control…even when it absolutely is not.

Mary Eliza George

Day Job

Sr. Account Director.

Dream Job

Owner of the Lake Rabun Inn.

Back Story

Atlanta(ish) born and raised. After a stint as a textile & wedding dress designer, I found myself in advertising at BBDO. From there, I have led teams big and small at AT&T, Twitter, Mailchimp, and content production studios. I love being a Swiss Army knife, the challenge of something new keeps me going.

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Otter.

I like my Coffee

Hot and decaf.

Nicknames

Mem, M.E.G., Big Momma.

Guilty Pleasure

Real Housewives of any flavor, PBS, and dinosaur chicken nuggets.

Out of Office

I just want to be floating, boating, or cocktail-toting somewhere.

Super Power

Oscillating between 10 and 30,000 feet on a project. Getting it done, but not losing sight of the goal.

Amanda Rice

Day Job

Project Manager.

Dream Job

Dancing With The Stars Professional Dancer.

Back Story

Originally from Woodstock, GA, my college years in Arkansas led to a career in higher education at my alma mater. After five years and a newfound passion for Marketing, my husband and I moved back to Atlanta, where I embraced the dynamic world of agency life. Following a couple of years of remote agency work, I’m thrilled to have found my home with the Tailfin team!

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Cat.

I like my Coffee

Preferably through an IV, but realistically something not too sweet and with lots of caffeine.

Nicknames

Manda or Manderz (but only if you’re my dad).

Guilty Pleasure

Netflix reality shows.

Out of Office

Usually at home reading, playing video games, or chilling with family/friends. Occasionally hiking, kayaking, and trying new things.

Super Power

I’ve been told I have a way of getting things done.

Fallon Anderson

Sofia Iacono

Day Job

Studio Designer.

Dream Job

Paranormal investigator.

Back Story

I’m just 3 opossums in a trench coat trying their best.

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Pigeon.

I like my Coffee

Iced with oat milk and two brown sugars.

Nicknames

Fia, Baby Flan.

Guilty Pleasure

Looking at houses on Zillow I know I’ll never be able to afford.

Out of Office

Hanging out with my cats, reading, and crocheting.

Super Power

Being SUPER adorable.

Ryan McGee

Day Job

Account Supervisor.

Dream Job

Either be a storm chaser or a famous reality star.

Back Story

Born and raised in Georgia – went to UGA and love living in Atlanta. Also love to travel with friends and family as much as possible, concerts and festivals & fun restaurants/bars.

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Chicken.

I like my Coffee

Black.

Nicknames

McGee, Magizzle.

Guilty Pleasure

Boxed wine.

Out of Office

On an island with frozen margaritas.

Super Power

Clapping with one hand.

Tim Smith

Day Job

Sr. Copywriter.

Dream Job

Either getting paid to nap by a pool or a touring drummer surrounded by pyrotechnics. Let’s go with pool napper surrounded by pyrotechnics.

Back Story

I really don’t do back exercises. No story there.

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Centaur with a pompadour.

I like my Coffee

Yes I do.

Nicknames

Mr. Wonderful.

Guilty Pleasure

Watching movies I’ve seen 1000 times, another time.

Out of Office

Listening to loud music. Either in concert or in stereo.

Super Power

Looking for a lost item all over the place and finding it in my hand.

Liz Nobles

Day Job

Office DJ (and occasional ACD).

Dream Job

Craft Chocolatier.

Back Story

It all began at the end of a windy dirt road out in the country with an overactive imagination and a giant box of legos…and the rest is history.

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Slithery little snake.

I like my Coffee

Black as midnight on a moonless night.

Nicknames

Noodle / Noodz.

Guilty Pleasure

Real Housewives.

Out of Office

Hashtag urban farm life, napping with fluffy cats, endless crafts and collabs.

Super Power

Blurring the lines between what is real, and what could be…photoshopped.

Raven Poole

Day Job

Project Manager.

Dream Job

Finding the most aesthetically pleasing way to do literally anything.

Back Story

The TV-to-marketing pipeline is real! After five years in broadcast journalism, I traded breaking news for project plans, and my Type A personality has been thriving ever since.

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A panda – just out here surviving on vibes.

I like my Coffee

Before anyone speaks to me.

Nicknames

Rae or RaeRae.

Guilty Pleasure

Digging for just the pecans out of the butter pecan ice cream.

Out of Office

Trying to convince myself I can master a new hobby every six months.

Super Power

Staying calm under pressure. Live TV prepared me well.

José Estrada

Day Job

Associate Creative Director.

Dream Job

Stay-at-home-puppy-daddy / trophy-husband.

Back Story

#3rdWorld meets #1stWorld. Stints @ #BigNetworks 4 #BigAClients. Freelanz #HereAndThere. Settlin’ in #ATL living like #MadMen @theFin #FTW.

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Depends on the day, but swing between a Rainforest Jaguar and a Capuchin Monkey.

I like my Coffee

Medium to Dark Roast, usually black, but add coconut cream when feeling adventurous.

Nicknames

Hose, Josie, and the obvious Juan/Pedro (when in doubt). Clean shaven I become a whole new persona: Phil.

Guilty Pleasure

Brown liquor before noon.

Out of Office

Experiments in the kitchen, either cooking or baking.

Super Power

Dog whisperer.

Kati Phillips

Day Job

Account Director.

Dream Job

Instacart shopper. I love grocery shopping and would love it even more with someone else’s money!

Back Story

Explored Ad Agency life after college and then went in-house with a consumer goods company for 9 years. After two kids and too many miles on my car commuting, I moved back to my Agency roots and started my second tour with Tailfin – 12 years apart and right down the street!

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Cat. Specifically an orange Tabby. Specifically one named Bodhi.

I like my Coffee

To not taste like coffee. The more creamer the better!

Nicknames

Nothing has stuck yet, and I’m OK with that.

Guilty Pleasure

TV medical dramas & romantic comedies.

Out of Office

With my kids – restaurants, breweries, home, Dave & Busters, Beltline. As long as it’s kid friendly and sort of fun – we’re there!

Super Power

Super sonic ninja hearing – or so I’ve been told…

Miranda Hocevar

Day Job

Account Director.

Dream Job

Environmental Law.

Back Story

Started my career producing for ESPN and spent 10 years in sports advertising before making the move to the nonprofit sector. After having two sons, I’ve settled in the agency world where there is never a dull day!

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Lioness.

I like my Coffee

Light, sweet, and once a day.

Nicknames

My friends from way back call me “MB”.

Guilty Pleasure

Dark Chocolate.

Out of Office

Outside in the sunshine!

Super Power

I’m never afraid to go first!

Lynn Strickland

Day Job

Financial Manager – who came up with that title?

Dream Job

Singing and dancing on the Broadway stage.

Back Story

I have 2 daughters: one a student at & the other a graduate of Ga Tech – where I met my husband. We cheer for the Jackets, regardless of their record.

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Octopus.

I like my Coffee

Hot. Became a coffee drinker to stay warm in the Tailfin office.

Nicknames

Lynndala.

Guilty Pleasure

Hollandaise sauce.

Out of Office

In limbo – we’re recent empty-nesters.

Super Power

Grammar.

Kerri Loudis

Day Job

Director, Project Management.

Dream Job

Britney Spears backup dancer.

Back Story

Spent 13+ years in NYC working with a mix of College Sports production, digital project management, and then digital advertising. I got tired of living in a place where the wind hurt my face, so I moved back to Atlanta. After a stint at Turner, ended up at Tailfin because I love the vibe!!!

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My Spirit Guide.

I like my Coffee

With Laird coffee creamer (Seriously, try it. It will change your life).

Nicknames

Savage, Kerr, my kids call me Mom.

Guilty Pleasure

Wine. Though, to be clear, there is no guilt…just pleasure.

Out of Office

Highland Yoga, anywhere there is sunshine, my friend’s ‘FroPo’ (Front Porch).

Super Power

Creating processes!!!

Liz Heard

Day Job

Director, Head of Accounts.

Dream Job

Living on a farm and running an eco-tourism small business. Think farm to table dinners, weddings, farm stays and experiences.

Back Story

(Mostly) proud Florida native, migrated to Atlanta in 2010 to work for Delta to start up their social media practice (back when brands let you tweet without lawyers – those were the days). Brief residency in LA, back to ATL ever since, working on both the brand and agency sides.

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Chilli Heeler.

I like my Coffee

Decaf. Please do not share your opinions.

Nicknames

Moooooooooom!!!

Guilty Pleasure

Teen drama TV.

Out of Office

Cooking elaborate meals, beach trips, lots of quality family time.

Super Power

Reading a room.

Alex Saiz

Day Job

Executive Creative Director.

Dream Job

Original plan was to be a professional soccer player. Then a touring musician. These days, maybe a studio musician with some voiceover work on the side.

Back Story

Undergrad at UCF (Charge On!), then Atlanta for The Creative Circus. Multiple gigs in New York then a circuitous route back to the city I love – ATL.

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Cheetah.

I like my Coffee

Iced in summer, hot in winter. 2 raw sugars and a splash of cream.

Nicknames

‘A’, ‘Saiz’, and some of my close friends occasionally call me ‘Al’ as a term of endearment. But don’t get any ideas.

Guilty Pleasure

The post-dinner snack attack. I try to fight it, but it’s always there beckoning. Usually, it wants ice cream or a bowl of cereal.

Out of Office

Hopefully on my way to the beach (or the mountains will do, too).

Super Power

I always, ALWAYS have another idea up my sleeve. It’s sort of my creative calling card.

Kelly Hackett

Day Job

Managing Director.

Dream Job

Psychiatrist / Performance Coach (ala Wendy Rhoades from Billions).

Back Story

Raised at big, global ad agencies. Became a client at a Fortune 10 company. Landed at Tailfin for the people – the perfect mix of smart and fun!

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My brother’s golden retriever. I’d like to be her!

I like my Coffee

Black, and only 1 cup a day.

Nicknames

Hackett, KH, Kel.

Guilty Pleasure

Silence.

Out of Office

Pushing food and cocktails on a steady stream of family and friends that flow in and out of our house.

Super Power

Optimism.

Greg Abel

Day Job

Founder.

Dream Job

Being Bill Murray.

Back Story

Chapter One: media and account roots in the old-school advertising heyday at McCann-Erickson. Chapter Two: rocket-shot stint at global dot-bomb. Chapter Three: founder and master of simplifying the complex with seemingly obscure but shockingly effective analogies.

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Jabberjaw.

I like my Coffee

With whiskey. Hold the coffee (we call that “Irished up” where I come from).

Nicknames

As main Bestower of Nicknames, I’ve somehow grown a nick-proof Teflon coating. Or, maybe the team is protecting my fragile ego.

Guilty Pleasure

“Old” Bond movies (pre Dalton and Remington Steele) and the sweet sounds of Wham! (Wham!).

Out of Office

I putter around in a small plane, scream at football fields (or TV screens of football fields) and travel to places where I’m a bit out of place… at least for awhile.

Super Power

I’ve been told I can “talk a buzzard off a sh#twagon,” I’m a master of crappy accent imitations and I can analogize and metaphoracate with the best of them.