Michael Coleman
Principal
Leslie Ruckman
SENIOR DESIGNER
Kellen Swift-Godzisz
PROJECT MANAGER
Matt Turkot
SENIOR COPYWRITER
Sydney Janda
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Kane Metz
ASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR
Marcos Hamelin
LEAD DESIGNER
Kenzie Carter
LEAD DESIGNER
Jocelyn Racelis
ASSOC DIR OF SOCIAL MEDIA
Lauren Henn
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Hilary Orler
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Hannah Willging
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Izacc Quisling
SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR
Gerald Plotke
WEB DEVELOPER
Kayce Wright
SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR
Kevin Krull
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Benzo
EXEC DIR OF CUTENESS
Michael Coleman
Principal
Michael Coleman
PRINCIPAL
In a world full of instant messaging and split-second attention spans, Michael is that rare partner who devotes himself entirely to your success. Nobody listens longer or works harder at giving clients and their brands exactly what they need. In a career that has forged a singular agency full of talent and dedication, Michael continues to be the clear-eyed vision and dogged determination behind its winning formula. For over ten years, Michael has built authentic connections and incredible client partnerships in a wide array of industries from hospitality to entertainment, real estate, retail and more. Through his endless entrepreneurial passion, MCCS has become one of Chicago’s fastest-growing boutique agencies featuring a remarkable roster of regional clients from St. Regis Hotels to Drury Lane Theatre, Tribune Tower Residences, Aparium Hotel Group, and more.
Leslie Ruckman
SENIOR DESIGNER
Leslie Ruckman
SENIOR DESIGNER
Leslie is the kind of creative who always makes great things happen. No matter how complicated or tight the timeline, she dives right in and finds the best way forward. It comes from years of stellar work here at Michael Coleman Creative Services on huge multi-faceted hospitality clients and our most demanding design projects. With her innate ability to divine what clients truly want and instinctive talents as a visual communicator, Leslie continues to shine on clients like Hilton Hotels, Rosewood Resort Properties, St. Regis Hotels and the Aparium Group. Leslie brings an exciting array of talents including her accomplishments as Pinball Master in tournaments across the country.
Kellen Swift-Godzisz
PROJECT MANAGER
Kellen Swift-Godzisz
PROJECT MANAGER
For Kellen, it’s all about the details. Making things make sense. That’s why in very short order he’s become an indispensable part of MCCS. The guy who day-in and day-out creates structure and calm out of the screaming chaos of one of Chicago’s mightiest agencies. From Hilton Hotels to Travel + Leisure Brands and everything in-between, Kellen ensures nearly every project and client at Michael Coleman Creative Services runs like clockwork. A straight shooter who asks all the tough questions, nobody works harder at getting our clients all the creativity they deserve.
Matt Turkot
SENIOR COPYWRITER
Matt Turkot
SENIOR COPYWRITER
In a short time, Matt has become an invaluable part of the Michael Coleman team. Leading a scrappy crew of content creators and dedicated social media mavens, he’s built a powerful social and digital presence for the agency’s biggest brands and fast-moving clients. Bringing his eclectic experience from numerous professional and creative fields, Matt oversees campaign strategy, content creation, asset procurement, managing online communities and delivering proven results for clients like St. Regis Hotels, Drury Lane Theatre, HandCut Foods, and many others.
Sydney Janda
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Sydney Janda
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Having just graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Kentucky, Sydney brings a learned sense of style and a reverence for the modern aesthetic to our growing design team. In no time, she’s developed her own brand of visual poetry working closely with clients including St. Regis, Ragdale, W Hotels and Studio 3. Add in a discerning eye for brand standards, and a savvy mind for creating unforgettable print, packaging and social, and it’s easy to see a great future full of helping clients to bring their brands to life.
Kane Metz
ASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR
Kane Metz
ASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR
Kane has grown up with MCCS, having worked alongside Michael for over eight years, he has been an integral part of the agency’s growth, first as a graphic designer and now in his role as Assistant Creative Director. Kane navigates the client/creative relationship with incredible poise and professionalism, delivering high-quality creative and strategy-backed campaigns on tight deadlines. In his current role, Kane leads art direction for three internal teams of designers while simultaneously managing relationships with high-stakes clients including Waldorf-Astoria, Travel + Leisure, and Window Works. Kane’s superpower? His ability to connect with clients and team members in a way that supports them and their success.
Marcos Hamelin
LEAD DESIGNER
Marcos Hamelin
LEAD DESIGNER
After just a short time in the industry, Marcos is already making his mark. From his time at Premier Beauty Supply where he created the look and voice for multi-million dollar brands and products. And now as the agency’s Design Lead overseeing a wide array of important projects and clients including the branding of the legendary Tribune Tower Residences. Never afraid to step out of his comfort-zone to deliver great creative, Marcos is quickly becoming one of the agency’s finest designers, bringing his considerable talents to shape whatever comes next.
Kenzie Carter
LEAD DESIGNER
Kenzie Carter
LEAD DESIGNER
Earning concurrent graphic design degrees at both Concordia University and Milwaukee’s Institute of Art & Design, there’s no doubt Kenzie is a very determined creative. In her brief time at Michael Coleman, she’s already been promoted once and is on her way to becoming one of our finest digital designers. A skilled illustrator, and an accomplished photographer, Kenzie brings an exciting array of talents to her many projects and clients.
Jocelyn Racelis
ASSOC DIR OF SOCIAL MEDIA
Jocelyn Racelis
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL MEDIA
Barely a few years out of Mizzou’s prestigious journalism school, Jocelyn has already put the world on notice. Running the MCCS Social Media Team and managing the content of the agency’s biggest brands is just in a day’s work. Toss in client relations, optimizing platform features and algorithms, building our social presence and growing the business, and you start to see the many talents Jocelyn brings to her clients. Including brands like St. Regis Hotels, Waldorf Astoria, Hilton Hotels and many others. There’s no doubt Jojo possesses a true talent for connecting with people and creating happy clients.
Lauren Henn
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Lauren Henn
Graphic Designer
With a unique eye for layout and presentation, Lauren continues to shine as one of the agency’s best creatives. Both as a dedicated designer as well as our in-house photographer/videographer. Over the past year, she’s clicked and created amazing work for Hilton Hotels, Rosewood Vacation Properties, and many others. In just a short time at MCCS, her photos and videos have become prominent facets of Tribune Tower Properties as well as St. Regis and many of our social clients. With hard work and a sly sense of humor, there’s no doubt Lauren has a bright future ahead.
Hilary Orler
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Hilary Orler
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Few people have mastered the two sides of their brain quite like Hilary. Not only is she one of our most imaginative designers, Hilary brings real methodical purpose to everything she does. After starting her career as a finance analyst, she’s found her true calling as a talented creative. She quickly gets at the heart of her projects by stepping back and looking at the big picture. Understanding the how and where her designs will be viewed. Because for Hilary, it’s all about purpose. After just a short time in her new industry, Hilary has vastly expanded her talents designing incredible web materials and inventive collateral for clients like Hilton Hotels, Rosewood Premium Properties and Marriott to name just a few. Certainly, Hilary will succeed at whatever she puts her mind to.
Hannah Willging
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Hannah Willging
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
A true collaborator who relishes working with talented people of all stripes, Hannah continues to shine on tough projects and unique challenges. With her keen sense of detail and a passion for illustration, she finds elegant solutions for clients like Waldorf Astoria, 2 Korean Girls, Conrad Hotel, and many others. One project she’s particularly proud of is our recent campaign for Marriott Hotels’ annual meeting in Cannes, France. The collateral, out-of-home and event signage all feature an intricate Toile de Jouy concept that became the company’s signature look throughout the month-long event. It’s just one of many assignments that point to Hannah’s considerable talents and future success.
Izacc Quisling
SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR
Izacc Quisling
SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR
Utilizing his quick wit and multifaceted skills, Izacc has quickly become an invaluable part of the MCCS social team. From managing our many clients to cultivating content and identifying growth opportunities, he continues to thrive in the fast-paced, roll-with-the-punches world of digital and social marketing. Izacc came to us with a Cannes Lion already under his belt. And with all his hard work and clever content for Ritz-Carlton, Hilton and many others, we certainly see many more awards and creativity on the horizon for our multi-talented creative.
Gerald Plotke
WEB DEVELOPER
Gerald Plotke
WEB DEVELOPER
Gerald is a nimble digital professional with a dynamic role as the lead of the agency’s digital production. A master of WordPress websites and a native speaker of HTML, Gerald is responsible for managing the “design to digital” pipeline that transforms creative into meticulously executed email campaigns, websites, and more. Gerald has a hand in shaping the digital creative and campaigns that drive conversions and customer engagement. Always looking for growth opportunities, Gerald has evolved his expertise in digital development into strategic full-funnel digital campaigns on Google and Meta platforms.
Kayce Wright
SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR
Kayce Wright
SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR
Kayce joined the Social Media Management team as a Coordinator and has quickly identified herself as a paid media powerhouse. A data-driven professional, Kayce uses performance-based analytics to drive the growth of our clients’ online presence and communities. In addition to top-notch paid campaigns, Kayce also manages influencer relationships as well as content for an impressive portfolio of properties under the St. Regis brand, including their East and West coast flagships in New York City and San Francisco. A team player with a sunny disposition, Kayce’s superpower lies in her contagious optimism and positive attitude.
Kevin Krull
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Kevin Krull
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
A self-proclaimed Generalist (and damn proud of it), Kevin brings a wide array of sought-after skills including his incredible animation and UI chops to the MCCS team. Already, he’s creating amazing work for Lotte Hotels, Waldorf Astoria, Urban Green Development and KT Wineries. Even before MCCS, Kevin was part of the art & animation team that delivered the only official Simpsons video slot machine game. Regardless of the channel, Kevin’s laser focus on the end user is always his extra special sauce when it comes to motion graphics, web design, prototyping and creating extraordinary communication that truly connects with viewers and customers. When not glued to his computer, you’ll most likely find Kevin taking in the world on his very, very long bike rides.
Benzo
EXEC DIR OF CUTENESS
Benzo
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF CUTENESS
Benzo is a one-year-old Bernese Mountain Dog with an insatiable appetite for treats, cuddles, and strategic marketing. As reigning mascot for MCCCS, Benzo is responsible for keeping morale high and can often be found in the office, trotting from desk to desk in search of affection. Her work philosophy? Play hard. Nap harder.
