Ryan Newfell

Background

About Ryan Newfell

I’m a fractional marketing strategist with 10+ years of experience in branding, content strategy, and digital marketing across both tech and design-driven industries.My career began at the IT consultancy Taneja Group, where I led marketing communications, digital channels, and supported competitive research. In 2018, I joined British decorative plumbing brand Crosswater London, eventually becoming Director of Marketing for North America. There, I oversaw brand strategy, product launches, and creative direction across digital and print.I returned to the tech space in 2020 with Truth in IT, a digital publisher of enterprise IT content, where I led a full brand and content transformation. From 2022 to 2024, I also worked as a consultant with Metis Communications, contributing to campaigns for high-growth B2B tech clients.I’ve successfully turned a hobby into a gig by serving as marketing manager for the band Spafford, assisting with social media, campaign development, and live stream production. I also volunteer as a field producer for Con Salsa! on WBUR-FM in Boston.After years of design work on the side, I launched Brass Bear Studio, a creative consultancy focused on design and CGI strategy for premium kitchen, bath and interiors brands. Through Brass Bear, I help clients with their visual storytelling through high-end CGI imagery, web design, and brand support.I hold a BA in Communication from Worcester State University and am pursuing an MS in Communication from Clark University.Want to connect? Send me an invite, or an email: ryan@brassbearstudio.com.