Astonish Results Employee Profile: Greg Brailsford

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Meet one of Astonish Results’ newest employees, Greg Brailsford! He is the latest addition to Astonish’ SEM Department, and we are very happy and fortunate to add him to our team!

Greg’s role as SEM specialist is going to bear a great amount of responsibility which includes planning, executing, and reporting on paid search campaigns for clients. Additionally, he is in charge of planning, managing and optimizing successful pay per click (PPC) campaigns on various search networks.

He has brought his extensive knowledge, expertise, and funny personality to Astonish’ SEM team.

“My job is to make an astonishing amount of money for our clients and our company so that in 20 years we can all live in huts on a Hawaiian island off the coast of Florida,” said Greg Brailsford.

Since his first day on the job, Greg has been extremely devoted to learning the ins and outs of the insurance industry while acclimating himself to his new role at Astonish.

Originally from Parts Unknown, California, Greg now resides in North Providence, RI. Before his days at Astonish, he attended Rhode Island College before leaving early to pursue his lifelong dream of running a body shop that only fixes Lamborghini Murcielagos.

When Greg is outside of the office, he spends his free time with his wife and 11-month old daughter.

Here is a little more information about Greg!

Q&A with Greg:

Majors/Minors?
I majored in Steak Grilling and minored in Preparing Steak for Grilling

Job Position at Astonish?
I am an SEM specialist and the resident marine biologist.

Approximately how long have you been working with Astonish?
I have been working for Astonish for over 408 hours.

In so many words, how come you decided to work at Astonish?
I decided to work at Astonish because I was not already working there.

Before your days at Astonish, where did you work?
Before Astonish I worked for GB Role Model Services where I served as Chief Role Model and taught 3 year olds how to conduct themselves at $10,000 per plate dinner parties.

When you’re outside of work, what do you like to do in your free time?
I have an 11-month old daughter, and thus no free time.

Any hidden talents?
All of my talents have been made public under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

What is your favorite color?
Blurgundy

Favorite Foods?
This week it’s the turkey club from the Summit Café.

Favorite Beverages?
Frozen lemonade from Mr. Lemon.

Favorite Music Artists/Bands?
Pandora’s makes this decision for me.

Favorite TV Shows?
Tosh.0

Favorite Movies?
Shawshank

What celebrity would you most want to meet?
None.

Favorite Sports Teams, if any?
Yankees, Giants, etc.

Favorite Vacationing Spot?
Osowa Island off of Nantucket

If you were stranded on a desert island and you were only allowed to bring 3 items with you, what would they be?
My house, gasoline-powered generator, and a very, very, large container of gasoline.

 

 

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    YOU LIKED BOONDOCK SAINTS II…we can’t be friends…

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