Staff Bios
Carl Dameron, President, Creative Director
Carl is the founder and creative director of Dameron Communications, LLC., a full-service advertising and public relations agency serving Riverside, San Bernardino and Orange Counties. He is creative and experienced in many diverse areas of marketing.
His experience includes: ad agency account executive, newspaper editor, radio station DJ, account manager, marketing director and GM; vice president of Communications for a real estate developer; marketing director for a seven store chain electronics retailer; and as a media relations executive for the nation’s leading financial relations firm.
Carl is a resident of San Bernardino, California and is active in local community organizations such as: The Salvation Army CORE and ARC: KEYS, California State University at San Bernardino Foundation Board, California State Polytechnic University in Pomona, the Riverside Chamber of Chambers of Commerce, the San Bernardino Chambers of Chamber of Commerce and The Inland Empire African American Chamber of Commerce.
Carl graduated from California State Polytechnic University Pomona in 1985. He studied public relations, radio, journalism, television and print production, engineering, psychology, computer science, economics and oceanography graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications.
Carl is an avid motorcycle rider, scuba diver, bicyclist and automotive enthusiast. He is also married and the devoted father of two daughters.
Thom Salisbury, Art Director
Thomas has more than 25 years experience as an art director and artist. Previously, he was the senior art director for Pacific Coast Sportfishing, a national full-color monthly.
He has also worked for The San Bernardino Sun, The Long Beach Press-Telegram and Donrey Outdoor Media of Las Vegas. At The Sun Thomas used his creative talents on major accounts including San Manuel Indian Casino in Highland and the former Harris Department Store.
Salisbury prides himself in providing creative work that emphasizes branding, and effectively reaches the client’s customers and encourages them to buy products or services.
Thomas has a degree in fine art from Saddelback College and he also studied art at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and at California State University, Long Beach.
Dr. George Manros, Director of Research
A behavioral scientist with more than 25 years experience in marketing and applied research, George joined Dameron Communications in 1998. He is also chairman and CEO of the Strategy Research Institute in Fullerton, California. Additionally, he has held executive-level positions with two Fortune 500 companies as well as the California Association of Realtors and PR firm Hill & Knowlton.
George began his career as a business editor for a large metropolitan daily newspaper. He has taught at UCLA and USC in communications, advertising and public relations.
His Ph.D. is in Communications Research from the Annenberg School for Communications at USC.
Michael Downer, Public Relations Executive
Michael Downer began working at Dameron Communications, as a public relations freelance writer in October of 2010. Now in his role as public relations executive, he is responsible for handling the publicity needs of clients in media relations, copy writing, and event promotion.
“I am very excited about coming on staff full-time and working for Dameron Communications,” said Downer. “There is such a wide range of clients from practically every industry. It is fast paced, and requires you to use your skills in communicating their needs differently and uniquely for each one. It really is a fun place to work.”
Prior to Dameron Communications, Michael was the managing editor for the Inland Valley News. Before that, he served as communications and special projects aid to Congresswoman Maxine Waters, manager of public relations at Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science, account manager at Lagrant Communications and manager of community relations for PacifiCare of California.
Michael graduated from San Jose State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Relations and a Minor in Marketing. He also has earned a Certification in Corporate Community Involvement from Boston College Carroll School of Management.
Lynda Getchel, Finance Director
After meeting Lynda Getchell, you realize the decision for Dameron Communications to hire her as its new finance director is an easy one.
Getchell started at Dameron Communications, charged with the duty of managing the company’s accounts receivable and payable, insurance and finance departments. It wasn’t long however, before her understanding of public relations and advertising became an asset.
Getchell, who worked as a finance manager for Riverside Rubber Stamp and Engraving before coming to Dameron Communications, grew up in Rancho Cucamonga. The youngest of two, her mother was a teacher in the Rialto Unified School District, while her father worked for Southern California Edison.
Graduating from Cal Poly Pomona with a degree in finance, Getchell has always enjoyed working as an extension of the public service arm for any organization she has been employed. These days calling Loma Linda her home, you can often find her volunteering at Loma Linda University Medical Center.
“Giving back and making sure that the proper messages are communicated to a particular target market has always appealed to me,” Getchell said. “Its wonderful to work with a group of people that dedicates their time to so many worthwhile causes, and who have fun at the same time.”
Chris Sloan, Public Relations Coordinator
Chris Sloan rejoins Dameron Communications as Public Relations Coordinator after having interned for Dameron Communications two summers ago.
Immediately after the completion of his internship, Sloan started to work for the agency as a freelance photographer. He is one class away from completing his bachelor’s degree in communication with an emphasis in public relations at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona.
He was the 2008/2009 Cal Poly Pomona Public Relations Student Society of America chapter president and continues to contribute to the organization as a member.
Sloan is excited to be working at a public relations agency to which he can gain experience in the public relations field and continue to photograph.
“I am very fortunate to return to Dameron Communications,” said Sloan. “ There is nothing more rewarding than doing something you love and getting paid for it.”
When he is not at work or in class, Sloan spends his spare time as a volunteer newspaper advisor to the San Bernardino High School’s student newspaper the Tyro Times. He is also a graduate of SBHS.
Damon Britain, Videographer
With more than 15 years of production and editing experience, producing a variety of quality videos for local, national, and international clients, Dameron Communication’s Mark Damon Britain has extensive experience as a cinematographer, editor, gaffer, and sound engineer.
This experience has enabled him to effectively produce and manage all areas of video production.
Mark has successfully created award-winning films, music videos, corporate videos and documentaries while working with a who’s who of Fortune 500 companies and celebrity clients which include: Ford, Mazda, Verizon, Sprint Mobile, Universal Pictures, Luther Vandross, Chaka Kahn, Snoop Dogg, No Doubt, Blink 182, Limp Bizkit, Mickey Rooney, Gary Busey, Lorenzo Llamas, Christina Ricci, Brian Cranston, Dean Stockwell, former California Governor Grey Davis and former US Attorney General Janet Reno.
Janeen Britain, Production Assistant
Janeen Britain brings eight years of experience as a production assistant to Dameron Communications, makes certain Dameron Communications handles every detail properly and timely for their clients.
She is responsible for coordinating the production needs of clients, casting for auditions, as well as hiring and scheduling production crews.
“I really enjoy what I am doing,” said Janeen. “I like the energy of interacting with so many different people and projects during our location shoots. I particularly enjoy working with the non-profit organizations. They are so passionate about what they do, it really motivates me to do positive things for the community too.”
An extra benefit for Janeen has been the opportunity to work with award winning director and her husband, Mark Damon Britain. While they have focused their talents on the production of corporate commercials, the duo has also worked on several independent films.
