A published author originally from upstate New York, Amy graduated from McGill University in Montreal, Canada with a BA in English. After publishing her novel in 2008, which won a New York Public Library Award, Amy traded fiction writing for steaks, suites, and spas. In 2017, she founded ABD Creative, a marketing agency specializing in hospitality. She’s gained a robust portfolio of hospitality clients since then, from Maui to Manhattan.

In the throes of the pandemic, Amy doubled down—she launched How To Share, a podcast highlighting non-traditional hoteliers, and Marketing In A Box, a monthly subscription service for hotels. In May of 2021, she launched Sauced Marketing, a 90-day marketing program designed for restaurants navigating pandemic recovery.

Along the way, Amy has traveled to 16 countries. Somewhere between the Canary Islands and Tel Aviv, she conceptualized and launched a personal travel blog, The Traveler’s Journey. Amy lives in Bend, Oregon with her husband and their two little boys, Reuben and Rafael.

Fast Facts

Currently Reading: Circe by Madeline Miller

Latest Work Trip: Los Angeles

Where To Next: Oregon Coast

Favorite Marketing Tool: Revinate

Marketing Trend of 2024: Personalization like never before!

Hospitality Marketing Hack: Be an early adopter

Word Of The Year: Prioritize