CONTRIBUTORS

Pat Fontana

CONTRIBUTING WRITER I am a business writer and communications workshop leader. My business, WordsWorking, and my recently published book, Talk to Me Like I’m a Human, focus on improving workplace communications, concentrating on the fundamentals of human interactions. I developed, write about and train on the concept of REAL Communications, encouraging others to communicate with Respect and Empathy, paying close Attention and Listening with intent. I can be reached at pat@wordsworking.net.

Sandi Grigg

DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT / FOOD EDITOR Growing up in a small town in the foothills of North Carolina and attending the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, I always dreamed of working on the coast. I earned my degree in Marketing/Branding and started to build a life with my spouse and son. Together, we enjoy fishing, going to hear live music and spending time with family. At home I love to cook and write recipes, take on DIY home improvement endeavors and grill out with friends. Being a part of the Carolina Marketing Company team has showed me that you really can enjoy your job, and we feel like a family. I am truly grateful to have a career I love.

Eric Sills

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER Originally from Kannapolis, North Carolina, I currently reside in Chapel Hill. However, I spend as much time as possible at my house in Surf City. A lifelong photography enthusiast, I opened Froggy Oaks Photography in 2019 as a sideline to my information technology job. The Froggy Oaks name was inspired by the tree frog–filled live oaks surrounding the Surf City house. Initially Froggy Oaks Photography focused on landscape and wildlife photography (primarily birds) but quickly expanded into headshot and portrait photography utilizing my skills with lighting in studio and on location. A student of New York photographer Lindsay Adler, I enjoy exploring creative and dramatic lighting in addition to natural light photography.