Malena Gamboa is an accomplished marketing leader and business consultant with over two decades of experience in driving brand development and crafting strategic campaigns. As a bilingual professional, she excels at helping clients tap into the Hispanic market, one of her key skill sets. After taking a step back during the pandemic, Malena is relaunching Apex Creative Solutions with renewed energy and a focus on helping businesses harness the incredible opportunities brought by AI in marketing and business innovation.

Her expertise extends to global initiatives, having presented at the United Nations and founded Global Resolutions, where she successfully forged partnerships that drive sustainability and social change. Her leadership is marked by a visionary approach to marketing, consistently delivering impactful results, guiding clients toward more conscious business models, and elevating brand identities across diverse industries.

When Malena is not behind her desk, she hikes, writes both fiction and non-fiction, meditates, and is an avid concert-goer. Behind the scenes, she and her team are also developing a podcast aimed at helping new entrepreneurs successfully enter the market.

Tyler Bel brings a wealth of experience in marketing strategy, making her an invaluable asset to our team. Endorsed by Sylvia Flores, Elizabeth Parella, and 99+ other professionals in the industry, Tyler’s expertise in crafting and executing effective marketing strategies is well recognized.

Her skills in social media marketing, public relations, and event management are complemented by her strong background in brand development and integrated marketing. Tyler’s ability to develop innovative strategies underscores her proficiency in driving brand growth and customer engagement.

Tyler’s strategic insight is further bolstered by her experience in digital marketing, creative development, and new business development. Her knack for concept development and event planning allows her to create campaigns that resonate with target audiences while maximizing impact.

In addition to her marketing prowess, Tyler has been recognized for her skills in creative direction, digital strategy, and strategic partnerships. Her ability to form and nurture strategic relationships is a key asset.

Whether working on a large-scale marketing campaign or a targeted digital strategy, Tyler’s comprehensive skill set makes her a standout professional in the marketing landscape.

We’re delighted to have Amanda Andrade serving as Executive Assistant Intern. She is currently completing her degree in Marketing with a specialization in Research and Analysis at Cal State Fullerton, where she has concentrated on digital marketing strategies, communication, market analysis, and marketing information technology.

Amanda is a proactive and detail-oriented professional who brings significant value to our team. She seamlessly integrates into our operations by not only supporting the creative process but also by ensuring our executives have all the necessary information to make informed, strategic decisions. Her ability to cross-reference data quickly and efficiently enhances our team’s productivity, allowing us to stay ahead of deadlines and deliver exceptional results to our clients.

Amanda’s unique blend of academic training in marketing information technology and her natural skills makes her an indispensable asset, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of our operations. Her dedication and agility ensure that our team functions smoothly, ultimately driving greater success for our clients.

With over 16 years of experience in federal procurement and more than $17 billion in awarded contracts, Christine Maas has partnered with Apex to deliver a comprehensive service to her clients. While Apex handles branding, marketing, and digital assets, Christine leads the charge on federal procurement, guiding clients through the complexities of proposal preparation, compliance, and execution. She works closely with each client, providing tailored consulting and ensuring they meet all federal requirements for continued growth and success in the government contracting space.

Christine’s hands-on approach, coupled with her deep knowledge of business development, capture management, and competitive strategy, ensures that businesses not only secure contracts but also thrive in the highly competitive federal marketplace. Together with Apex, she delivers a winning combination of strategic branding and federal procurement expertise, equipping clients with the tools they need to build a strong, lasting presence in the government sector.

Rafael Bracho joins Apex Creative Solutions as Director of Digital Content and SEO, bringing over a decade of diverse experience in SEO, digital marketing, and AI-driven content strategies. Rafael has a long history of collaboration with Malena, having worked together on various successful projects over the past 10 years. This deep professional synergy makes his addition to the team even more impactful.

Rafael manages all our client content and SEO efforts, ensuring that every piece of content is optimized for maximum reach and engagement. Before joining Apex, Rafael was a founding member and Senior Content Manager at ExpatInsurance LLC, where he led efforts to raise the company’s authority and SEO rankings, generating over 21,000 backlinks and securing over 1,000 top-ranking keywords. His leadership in content creation, social media management, and AI optimization has been a cornerstone of his success across multiple platforms.

We look forward to the growth and creative expansion his expertise is already contributing. When he’s not writing and traveling, Rafael is busy mastering new skills in the metaverse, always pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in digital marketing.

Flyn Cooley joins Apex Creative Solutions as Senior Project Manager, bringing a wealth of experience in creative production, operations, and digital asset management. With a strong background in project coordination and process optimization, Flyn has consistently driven efficiency and innovation in his previous roles.

Before joining Apex, Flyn served as Senior Project Manager at Mattel Inc., where he played a key role in optimizing packaging workflows, implementing cross-functional processes, and maintaining alignment across five international offices. His expertise in managing schedules, mitigating risks, and coordinating complex projects has been instrumental in delivering high-quality results on time and within budget.

In his role at Apex, Flyn manages all operational workflows, ensuring that every project runs smoothly and efficiently. His focus on process optimization and resource management enhances our ability to deliver exceptional results for our clients. Flyn has been collaborating with Malena on various successful projects for years, making his addition to our team a natural progression in strengthening our capabilities.

When he’s not fine-tuning operations at Apex, Flyn enjoys exploring his passion for photography and digital media arts, always looking for new ways to innovate and improve. We are excited to have Flyn on board and look forward to the operational excellence he will bring to our team.

Jack Rutkowski joins Apex Creative Solutions as Creative Director, bringing over a decade of expertise in brand and product development. With a history of managing multi-million-dollar budgets and delivering high-impact video and audio productions, Jack’s track record speaks for itself. His experience with industry leaders like Beachbody and Metabolic has generated over $50M in revenue, making him a valuable addition to our team. Jack will continue his other successful projects while enhancing our creative capabilities and expanding our network influence. When he’s not mountain climbing, he continues to push creative boundaries and drive impactful results in the industry. We are excited to welcome Jack and look forward to the growth his leadership will bring.