Lindsey Nobles is Thomas Nelson's Director of Corporate Communications. Joining Nelson in September 2007, she oversees all public communication about the company. Lindsey is responsible for enhancing Thomas Nelson's exposure in the overall marketplace and improving the company's internal communication.
Lindsey Nobles spent the last five years with Books-A-Million where she worked in both Marketing and Merchandising roles. Most recently serving as Director of Advertising and Promotions, Nobles was responsible for planning, executing and reporting of all Books-A-Million's special events, advertising and promotional initiatives. Nobles is a graduate of the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado in Boulder, where she earned a Bachelor's of Science with an emphasis in Marketing.
Contact Information:
P.O. Box 141000
Nashville, TN 37214
ph: 615.902.1109
fax: 615.902.1110
e: lnobles@thomasnelson.com
Thursday, June 16, 2011
(Nashville, Tenn.) Thomas Nelson, Inc. announced today that they will be opening Thomas Nelson Mexico, a wholly owned business entity based in Mexico City, on August 1, 2011, making them the first major Christian publisher to market, distribute and sell locally.
Thomas Nelson Mexico will employ a local, proactive sales team focused on selling to distributors, bookstores and ministries and supporting them with marketing and other services. Grupo Nelson Vice President and Publisher Larry Downs will oversee the company. Roberto Rivas will serve as General Director in the Mexico City office and will lead a team of marketing and sales associates.
“With the creation of Thomas Nelson Mexico, Roberto and his team are positioned and ready to better support distributors, local retailers and the flourishing Christian community, ” said Mark Schoenwald, President and CEO of Thomas Nelson. “And Thomas Nelson can capitalize on a market that is ripe for growth.”
Monday, June 13, 2011
(Nashville, TN) Thomas Nelson’s Design MultiMedia group won a silver ADDY® award at the 2010-2011 National ADDY® Awards for advertising excellence at the Hilton Bayfront Hotel in San Diego, California, on June 4. The award ceremony was a part of ADMERICA!, the federation’s national advertising conference.
The ADDY® Awards Competition is a three-tiered national competition conducted annual by the American Adverting Federation. The ADDY® Awards Competition is the advertising industry’s largest and most representative competition for creative excellence.
Thomas Nelson’s award-winning work:
Book Cover: The Revolve Devotional Bible
Art Director: Mark Cowden
Designer: Emily Keafer
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
(Nashville, Tenn.) Thomas Nelson, Inc. announced today that Mark Schoenwald has promoted Sally Hofmann and Tom Kni
ght. Hofmann will move to Plano, Texas, to join the live events leadership team as Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Knight will oversee sales for all of the company’s publishing units as Senior Vice President of Sales.
Hofmann has 17 years of experience in sales management. She joined Nelson in 2005 and has served most recently as Senior Vice President of General Market and International Sales where she led the division to unprecedented sales growth.
“We are very committed to growing our live events business,” said President and CEO of Thomas Nelson, Mark Schoenwald. “Sally is a results oriented leader with a proven track record. She will be a wonderful addition to the entire live events leadership team.”
Knight brings nearly 30 years of experience in both the publishing and music industries. He joined Nelson in 2007 as Vice President of Independent Retail and has led the entire Christian Retail and Ministry sales divisions for the last year and a half.
“Throughout his career, Tom has demonstrated the ability to develop strong teams and build alignment around strategic plans,” continued Schoenwald. “With his hands-on management, he will rally, support and augment each of our publishing sales divisions.”
“Sally and Tom are two of the best sales leaders that I know,” concluded Schoenwald. “I am excited to see how each of them will flourish in their new roles.”
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Shanfelt To Become Company’s Senior Vice President of eMedia
(Nashville, Tenn.) Thomas Nelson, Inc. announced today that Eric Shanfelt is joining the team as the Senior Vice President of eMedia on July 1. In this newly created role, Shanfelt will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive digital strategy that integrates the company’s publishing and live events businesses.
Shanfelt has over 20 years of experience in digital and online media, serving in executive roles with Penton Media, Virgo Publishing and Interweave. Most recently he has consulted with numerous business-to-business and consumer media companies as they transition to digital and online media. Shanfelt’s strengths include creating practical strategies for growing online revenues, developing market-leading digital products, and helping companies adapt their culture from print-centric to multi-channel.
“The digital revolution is upon us. Nelson has been recognized as one of the early adopters, quickly embracing new technologies, distribution channels and formats,” said Mark Schoenwald, president and CEO of Thomas Nelson. “But there is more work to be done and we need someone focused on casting the vision and leading the charge. Eric is the perfect person for the job.” READ MORE »
Monday, May 23, 2011
(Nashville, Tenn.) Thomas Nelson, Inc. announced today that LeeEric Fesko is joining the Nelson team as the Lucado Trade Marketing Director. In this role, Fesko will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of marketing, promotion, and publicity for all Max Lucado trade titles.
With over 10 years of sales, marketing, and web development experience with some of the most popular Christian brands, Fesko began his career at Word Entertainment in 1999. For the last five years, he has worked as the Director of Web Development at Big Idea Entertainment in Franklin, Tennessee, where he has been responsible for the development and execution of web initiatives for VeggieTales® and 3-2-1 Penguins® brands. Also, he has directed the company’s online store and maximized the brand’s reach through promotions and online positioning.
“LeeEric brings a wealth of experience, energy, and a fresh perspective to the Lucado marketing team,” said David Moberg, Senior Vice President and Nonfiction Group Publisher. “He joins an energetic and savvy marketing team including 20-year publishing veteran Susan Ligon and marketing specialist Liz Johnson. Thomas Nelson remains committed to hiring the top marketers and publicists in the industry to continue the tradition of excellence for which the Lucado brand is known.”
Fesko was born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He graduated from Georgia State University with a B.A. in Music Industry and Entertainment Marketing and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary with a Masters in Music Theory and Education. He and his wife, Tracy, live in Franklin, with their sons Jack and Logan.
“Joining Thomas Nelson not only gives me the opportunity of joining the most respected name in publishing, but it also affords me the privilege of working with arguably the most influential author of this generation,” said Fesko.
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