Brian Kratkiewicz

Brian Kratkiewicz (pronounced Krat-KEV-ich) joined CJRW in 1997.  His experience in all aspects of media planning and buying spans 22 years and covers a wide range of consumer brands.
   
Before joining CJRW, Brian served as manager of media services and entertainment for Taco Bell Corporation in Irvine, California.  His responsibilities included managing one national agency and 34 regional agencies around the country and coordinating that company's national and local media presence.  Brian worked with all key marketing personnel at Taco Bell, including the marketing director, advertising manager, brand managers and 10 zone marketing managers around the country.  He also managed development of all added-value programs, working with a budget in excess of $100 million.
   
Prior to moving to California, Brian worked at Grey Advertising, New York, where he was assistant media group head for the General Foods account, which included the Minute Rice, Stove Top Stuffing and Grape Nuts brands.
   
Originally from Detroit, Brian received his Bachelor of Arts degree in advertising from Michigan State University, and he loves the Manchester United Football Club.