Advertising Strategies

Melinda Parker-Johnson
Strategist

Melinda is our strategist. She handles the orchestration of all medias, campaigns and production. In her background is successful business ownership as well as having worked in radio sales with both Cumulus and Maranatha Broadcasting. She has also successfully worked for Edward Jones investments. If anyone knows how valuable your investments are whether they are your retirement dollars or your advertising dollars she knows your best strategy. With business ownership in her background and 12 years in marketing, she brings a solid business understanding mixed with her creative style and effective real life marketing. If you need a real “Powerhouse” on your team in marketing that has a proven track record of success then she is a key to your success.
Community Involvement:
Fruita Chamber Member
Fellowship Church
Backpacks for Kids

David Johnson
Designer / Website Developer

An artistic flair leads David in every aspect of his life, after taking various college courses in his early years for dermagraphic art he became a successful artist for 12 years in the Tattoo industry. In 2005, David’s focus turned to technology and the possibilities to work for a variety of individuals, companies and industries using his creativity. With David’s graphic design strategies he plans, analyzes and creates visual solutions to communicate problems through a variety of print and electronic media. He understands just how important your designs have to be. He has seen all the “cookie cutter” designs so commonly used in today’s market whether it’s a piece of art on your body, or your unique logo or website design, the bottom line is either you are... or you aren’t going to be noticed or remembered. David has continued his education and extended his skills using Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver and Flash. He is also in the process obtaining his Bachelor’s degree in graphic and print design.

Joel Kincaid
Design Principal

Joel founded Merge 2 Media in 2002, with a strong background in website design and marketing. Merge 2 Media has formed strong partnerships with video, advertising and contract personnel to offer the best services and cost conscious marketing efforts. These strong partnerships reflect in their work ethic and final projects.

Joel offers over 20 years of marketing and design experience and over 15 years of website experience. Joel has worked for 4 years as Art Director for a screen printing and embroidery company along with 8+ years as Art Director for a global manufacturing company. Since 2002, working on a range of client sizes from small businesses up to national businesses including starter websites up to websites that have had over 1,000 pages. A commitment to quality and user friendly sites make Merge 2 Media the ideal candidate for this project.

Joel holds a B.A. from Spring Arbor University with Honors in Graphic Design.

Community Involvement:
Fruita Chamber Board - 2008 - 2010 term, Vice President
City of Fruita Tourism Advisory Board - 2008 - 2011 term
Camp Hope (Kiwanis Camp) Board - 2008 - present
Fruita Community Center - fund raising marketing
Children with Hope - Marketing and website volunteer
Live Well of Mesa County - designed 2009 & 2010 calendar
Camp Rock Board - 2002 - 2008