President & CEO
After working in the advertising industry for most of his professional life, Chris Michael opened the doors at Bulldog Creative Services in 1999. Chris began as a one-man team and has successfully grown the company into what it is today. He continues to wear many hats at Bulldog, remaining just as involved with clients as he was when the doors opened, serving as an account executive, designer, producer and more. A graduate of Ball State University, Chris is married with two boys and enjoys keeping up with them on the ski slopes and greens and trying to bluff his opponents in a friendly game of poker!
Vice President - Creative Services
An accomplished and award-winning designer, Christine has been with Bulldog since 2004. Her design contributions to clients have been featured in local, regional and national publications. She’s not only an integral part of team Bulldog, but a great asset to the Huntington community, playing a tremendous role in the design and painting of three underpass murals and Huntington in Bloom. A graduate of Marshall University, Christine enjoys spending time with her family, painting and going all HGTV on her Huntington abode.
Art Director
Megan is a truly unique individual that has the 'mad skilz' that many of our clients appreciate. An award-winning designer, Megan works directly with many clients and their teams to produce incredible outcomes. Megan joined the Bulldog team in 2007 and has made positive contributions in many areas ever since. Another graduate of Marshall University, Megan came to Bulldog after working within the advertising industry since leaving school. Our resident 'Craft Queen', Megan can turn another man's trash into treasures and knit you a whole new wardrobe in no time flat.
Graphic Designer
Our resident comic book enthusiast, Jon took his passion for art and design from superheroes to become one at Team Bulldog! From Wayne and a Marshall University graduate, Jon says he can’t live without his little brother and geeking out with him over movies and all the things. He sees his job as an opportunity to use visual language to solve a client’s needs, and to see tangible results with every project.
Account Coordinator
Ericka joined the Bulldog team in 2021 and brings a vast wealth of project management experience in marketing and public affairs management from the last decade with her. Her skills in leadership, social media, event planning, and public relations make her a perfect addition to our team to get all the different things we do every day done. She is a West Virginia native, and if she isn’t cheering for her kids’ softball teams, she’s rocking out to the hard classics and playing the ultimate practical jokes on her family (and coworkers).
Account Coordinator/Content Manager
Emily joined Team Bulldog after six years at Marshall University where she worked as an accountant in the Bursar’s Office. A local equestrian who has competed in the World’s Championship Horse Show at the Kentucky State Fair, she adores her horse, Aries, her Australian Shepherd, Teddy, and cat, Nyx. When she isn’t busy tending to her animals or helping clients at Bulldog, Emily enjoys needlepoint including designing her own patterns.
Web Developer
Pip is a talented and progressive web developer that holds vast experience with many applications including CMS integrations and native development. He is always exploring new technologies, techniques and, as an avid outdoorsman, our wild and wonderful state of West Virginia. Pip’s experience and thirst for knowledge make him a vital part of our web development team. In addition to skills with coding, Pip is a talented musician and would like everyone to know that in his opinion, Davis Place has the best wings on earth.
Web Developer
Jacob, a former math teacher, is all too used to solving problems and coming up with the correct answer. His ability to troubleshoot combined with his knowledge of coding and outgoing personality make him a great addition to Bulldog’s web team. His passion for programming began when he realized the unlimited potential coding had in solving problems, we all face daily. Jacob is a man of many talents, from axe throwing, soccer, and to bartending he is committed to being a superstar at whatever he puts his mind to.
Web Developer
Joel discovered a passion for coding and what started as a self-learning journey evolved into completing a coding boot camp to take his talents to the next level. He is a devoted cat-dad to three purr-fect feline companions and makes it a point to escape to the wilds of WV a couple of times every year, craving fresh air and outdoor adventures. His thirst for exploration extends to his professional career with his enjoyment of mastering new technologies and bringing innovative solutions and new techniques to clients.
Director of Operations
Molly has been with Bulldog since 2016 and has quickly moved into a leadership position. As Director of Operations, she is at the center of everything we do, her organization and problem-solving abilities make her the go-to person for any issue that arises. When not solving the problems of the world Molly is a voracious reader, completing 201 books last year alone.
Operations Assistant
Joining the team as a student at Marshall University is Ella Edwards. Her friendly personality and efficiency make her the perfect first contact when you call or visit Bulldog. Ella is pursuing a degree in elementary education and enjoys spending time with her family. A former athlete and lover of local sports, Ella is always cheering for the home team whether that’s Marshall University or Spring Valley High School.
