Laurie Andrews - President
President of Cotton & Company since 1988, has been a driving force in luxury real estate marketing, leading strategy, design, and messaging for projects across the U.S. and international markets. With decades of expertise, she oversees the company’s strategic planning and internal operations, ensuring that each campaign is executed with the highest standards of quality, brand consistency, and effectiveness. Her hands-on leadership and commitment to excellence have positioned countless projects for success through innovative and comprehensive marketing solutions.
Patrick Knabel - Vice President
Vice President of Business Development at Cotton & Company, is a Fort Lewis College graduate with a degree in marketing and a proven track record in leading comprehensive campaigns. Starting as an Account Executive, he advanced through his ability to guide projects from brand creation to final sellout, consistently delivering results for clients. In his current role, he oversees business development and serves as a key liaison across account teams, ensuring seamless collaboration, cross-marketing initiatives, and continuity in internal operations.
Darrell Grysko – Creative Director
Creative Director at Cotton & Company, brings over 20 years of experience in brand storytelling, content strategy, and multi-channel marketing across healthcare, finance, automotive, and luxury real estate. A graduate of West Virginia University, he has held senior creative roles at leading agencies, developing award-winning campaigns for global brands. With expertise in digital, print, and video, Darrell has earned industry recognition including CLIO, ECHO, and ADDY awards.
Angelene McCullough – Digital Director
With over 25 years of experience in SEM and digital strategy, Angelene McCullough has spent the last 11 years at Cotton & Company driving digital campaigns for luxury real estate worldwide. A University of Central Florida graduate, she holds multiple Google certifications and programmatic credentials, ensuring cutting-edge approaches to media strategy. As Digital Director, she leads targeted campaigns across platforms, blending creativity and analytics to deliver measurable results for clients.
DeeAnn Cox – Media Director
Media Director at Cotton & Company, has more than two decades of experience in traditional media spanning print, television, and outdoor. A graduate of the University of Florida, she previously specialized in real estate and agency partnerships at LocaliQ while also serving as an educator for 14 years. With advanced degrees in Educational Leadership and Curriculum, DeeAnn brings a unique perspective to media planning, ensuring effective and impactful campaigns.
Sonya Pereira – Director of Web
Director of Web Development, has over 25 years of expertise in web architecture, programming, and digital transformation. She has led projects for major hospitality and healthcare clients, including Starwood, Marriott, and Sheraton, as well as high-end real estate developments. Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, Sonya combines technical expertise with cross-cultural collaboration, ensuring secure, user-friendly, and strategically aligned web solutions that meet diverse client needs.
Fran Parente – Sr. Art Director
Senior Art Director Fran Parente has led creative teams in New York and Florida since 1993, working with Fortune 500 clients such as IBM, Siemens, and Citrix, as well as global hospitality and leisure brands. His experience includes major launches like Hilton Bonnet Creek Orlando, where he guided branding and day-to-day creative for three years. With deep expertise in travel and luxury marketing, Fran continues to craft compelling campaigns that elevate client brands.
