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by the NYC Observer
Called “Star Makers” by North Valley Magazine
WHO WE ARE
AND WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO
We help our clients elevate, grow, and protect their brands. Our priority is to take strong business visions and broadcast them across multiple platforms. With consistent and strategic narratives, we drive progress, innovation, and brand visibility in the evolving media landscape.
Established in 2008, Proven Media has worked with clients in North America and Latin America focused in the health and wellness sector. At our agency, we stay ahead of the curve and strive to make a global impact in the ever-evolving media landscape. We work with companies who have a strong vision and help them broadcast it with a strategic approach rooted in professionalism and integrity.
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NEWS ROOM
Talaria Transportation Emerges as Marketshare Leader in Pennsylvania
Talaria Transportation, LLC, has emerged as Pennsylvania’s marketshare leader in cannabis logistics. The company witnessed accelerated growth throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and now transports more than 70 percent of cannabis product in the state, as a partner to 13 Pennsylvania cultivators out of 18 in operation. Headquartered in Philadelphia, Talaria is a national company specializing in compliant cannabis transportation, cash processing, and lab testing services for the legal cannabis industry.
Copperstate Farms Adds DNA Genetics to Wholesale Offerings
Copperstate Farms Management, LLC, a vertically integrated cannabis company based in Arizona, recently expanded its wholesale offerings to include award-winning, international cannabis brand DNA Genetics.
Copperstate Farms holds the exclusive right to cultivate, manufacture, sell and distribute DNA Genetics products in Arizona. In 2019, the brand introduced 12,000 seeds to Copperstate’s cultivation facility, ultimately refining fifteen premium strains for market that officially debuted at Sol Flower dispensaries in Sun City and Tempe, Arizona.
Neko Catanzaro named President of Proven Media
Proven Media, one of the country’s leading cannabis public relations firms, has promoted Neko Catanzaro to President. The international marketing communications maven has been with Proven Media for over seven years. During this time, Catanzaro has been behind the successful branding and public relations for a variety of publicly traded and privately held companies including Copperstate Farms, Sol Flower Dispensaries, Best Dispensary, Talaria Transportation, 365 Cannabis, CB Advisors, CBD Emporium, Industry Blazers, the Marijuana Industry Trade Association (MITA-AZ), and others.
GET TO KNOW PROVEN MEDIA
Kim Prince
CEO & Founder
Kim Prince brings over 20 years of experience in B2B and B2C corporate marketing campaigns. She has a passion for helping clients succeed.
Neko Catanzaro
President
Neko Catanzaro leads Proven Media’s creative division with go-to-market strategies and integrated campaigns. A Brown University graduate, Catanzaro leverages multiple platforms to maximize visibility, build credibility, and drive brand loyalty.
Marketing & Communications Director
Ashley Oakes Scott has magnified brand awareness and sales for clients by driving thoughtfully curated strategies. Utilizing a mix of public relations, social media, account management, online marketing, website strategy/UX, creative direction, reputation management, event coordination, and content marketing, she finds the mix of tactics that work best for each client’s needs.
Chris Picknally
Creative Director
Chris brings more than 15 years experience to the team. His technical expertise combined with his printing knowledge and outstanding eye for functional design within a creative campaign makes his work a favorite with our clients.
Janet Olson
Janet’s enthusiastic, proactive approach and organizational skills put clients at ease knowing all their needs will be met. Janet is an unstoppable, positive go-getter. Her background in customer service, attention to detail and multi-tasking abilities make her the go-to person for all client needs.
Cesar Vee
Creative Director
Cesar is a gifted illustrator and graphic designer who brings a competitive edge to the team. His thoughtful, yet edgy approach to messaging and brand development ensures that every element is in place to create memorable, highly visible campaigns.
Tracy Demetropolis
Staff Writer
As an experienced journalist and editor, Tracy knows how to write copy that is succinct, and informative. She is a fan of Associated Press Style and works to make sure readers connect with our clients’ campaigns.
GET TO KNOW PROVEN MEDIA
Kim Prince
CEO & Founder
Kim Prince brings over 20 years of experience in B2B and B2C corporate marketing campaigns. She has a passion for helping clients succeed.
Neko Catanzaro
President
Neko Catanzaro leads Proven Media’s creative division with go-to-market strategies and integrated campaigns. A Brown University graduate, Catanzaro leverages multiple platforms to maximize visibility, build credibility, and drive brand loyalty.
Marketing & Communications Director
Ashley Oakes Scott has magnified brand awareness and sales for clients by driving thoughtfully curated strategies. Utilizing a mix of public relations, social media, account management, online marketing, website strategy/UX, creative direction, reputation management, event coordination, and content marketing, she finds the mix of tactics that work best for each client’s needs.
CESAR VEE
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Cesar is a gifted illustrator and graphic designer who brings a competitive edge to the team. His thoughtful, yet edgy approach to messaging and brand development ensures that every element is in place to create memorable, highly visible campaigns.
CHRIS PICKNALLY
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Chris brings more than 15 years experience to the team. His technical expertise combined with his printing knowledge and outstanding eye for functional design within a creative campaign makes his work a favorite with our clients.
TRACY DEMETROPOLIS
STAFF WRITER
As an experienced journalist and editor, Tracy knows how to write copy that is succinct, and informative. She is a fan of Associated Press Style and works to make sure readers connect with our clients’ campaigns.
JANET OLSON
MARKETING ADMINISTRATOR
Janet’s enthusiastic, proactive approach and organizational skills put clients at ease knowing all their needs will be met. Janet is an unstoppable, positive go-getter. Her background in customer service, attention to detail and multi-tasking abilities make her the go-to person for all client needs.
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Proven Media – with offices in Scottsdale, Arizona and Boston, Massachusetts
Headquarters
748 Easy Street, Suite 12
PO Box 2662
Carefree, Arizona 85377