Chris Stark, Vice President, Business Development

How long have you been with Power?

20 years.

Describe Power Creative in five words or less.

Energetic, compassionate, entertaining, responsible.

What is the most fulfilling part of your career?

Working with people! I graduated with a degree in graphic design and photography but I never wanted to work behind a board (at the time). Meeting new people and working with groups is a highlight for me. If I had to work alone all day I would go insane!

Name your top three favorite Louisville destinations.

Lilly’s, Kentucky Center for the Arts, Louisville Zoo.

What advice would you give to someone starting out in advertising?

This industry is for those who have a drive like no other. The dedication that is necessary to truly succeed in this industry can be compared to that needed for medical practices. We don’t save lives but sometimes you would think that we were in life-threatening situations by the way we react to our client’s needs. With that all said, if you want a job with low stress, nine-to-five timeframe and extremely high pay…this is not for you! If this sounds like the career for you, then stay true to your morals and do the best that you can and you will succeed.

At 6 years old, what did you want to do when you grew up?

I wanted to be a nurse.

What is your favorite ad campaign of all time?

The Wendy’s “Where’s the Beef” campaign. The success of that campaign had to be off the charts.

If you could write a tagline for yourself, what would it be?

Never a ball dropped!