Paul Leibowitz founded Leibowitz, a 12-person branding and design company started in 1991. Leibowitz enjoys working with clients in many industries, including financial services, media, higher ed and human services.

At Leibowitz, they believe effective communication isn’t about being loud. It’s about listening. Driven by research, their strategists, designers, writers and developers use critical thinking to tell a brand’s story.

Paul serves on the Dean’s Council for the Syracuse University College of Visual & Performing Arts, where he has endowed two awards in the School of Design and the Department of Communication and Rhetorical Studies. At Syracuse, he also taught Communications Design as a Professor of Professional Practice, traveling weekly from his home in Westchester.

In addition, Paul is past Chairman of the AIGA Design and the Environment special interest group and is on the board of the Financial Communications Society. He has lectured on entrepreneurship, business practices, design and social media at Columbia Business School, Syracuse University, Gotham Media Ventures, Financial Communications Society, Gramercy Institute, Mutual Fund Education Alliance and the Investment Adviser Association.

Paul lives with his wife and business partner, Teresa.

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Creative and marketing pay is shifting fast, and in 2026, it really pays to know where things are headed. In this episode, we’re joined by two experts from Robert Half, Lucy Marino and Amy Mangan, to break down the 2026 Salary Guide and what the latest trends mean for both creative professionals and hiring managers.

We dive into:

• Why AI and digital expertise are earning top dollar
• How hiring managers are rethinking compensation strategies to stay competitive
• What creative pros can do to boost their value in a changing market
• The growing demand for contract talent, emerging roles, and flexible perks

Whether you're building a team or building your career, this episode is packed with insight to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

Amy Mangan oversees the strategic direction of Robert Half's Technology and Marketing and Creative placement services, ensuring that they deliver exceptional solutions to their clients. She's responsible for managing a team of recruiters, client solutions managers, and other professionals, and is committed to developing their talent and helping them achieve their career goals.

Lucy Marino is the Executive Director of the marketing and creative practice at global talent solutions firm Robert Half, which connects professionals with companies hiring in marketing, creative, digital, advertising, and public relations. In this role, she oversees strategy and operations for the company’s marketing and creative talent solutions teams across U.S. locations.

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Mike Perry is the founder and chief creative officer of Tavern, a Brooklyn-based global creative agency crafting timeless brands across food, beverage, hospitality, and beyond.

With 15+ years at the forefront of brand building, Mike’s earned a reputation as a certified creative powerhouse. His career spans leading roles at top global studios like Stranger & Stranger, Design Bridge, and JKR, and media giants like NBC Sports and TikTok. He’s the creative mind behind some of the industry’s most recognizable rebrands for clients such as Budweiser, Burger King, and Diageo.

Mike Perry Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mike_l_perry/

Mike Perry LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikelperry/

Tavern Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tavern.agency/

Tavern X - https://x.com/tavern_agency

Tavern LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/tavernagency/

Drop us a line - cheers@tavern.agency

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