(FOLSOM, Calif.) – September 25, 2008 – Just as the season begins to change, Barcellona Inc. in Folsom, has brought on the talents of local marketing expert, Ken Parnell, as Client Services Director. The full-service advertising firm will rely on Parnell to be a leader in strategic planning, account management and new business efforts. Before coming to Barcellona, Parnell was the marketing manager for Centex Homes, a national home building company that earned JD Power awards, five years in a row during his tenure.

“It is a pleasure to join such a capable group,” said Parnell. “I’ve seen the caliber of work that comes out of this firm and I’m looking forward to getting in the mix and hitting some home runs for our clients.”

With over 18 years of experience in the homebuilding industry, his career started at Granite Construction and has included positions in custom homes, landscape design and the management of his own national promotions company.  A general contractor by trade, marketing guru by day, and event planner by night, Ken knows how to get things done and how to make the most of any situation or budget.

“Having been one of our previous clients, Ken really understands the needs and wants of those that we work with,” said Rochelle Barcellona, president and creative director at the firm. “Not to mention the fact that this guy can do just about anything. Ken is our resident jack of all trades.”

His keen artistic eye and creative ideas bring a distinct flavor to Barcellona’s creative team. From architectural and landscaping review, interior design and merchandising, to the most resourceful creative marketing campaigns, Parnell has never hesitated to give his two cents and holds his projects to the highest creative standards. He has the vision and the follow through skills to make any marketing dream a reality.

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Barcellona, Inc. is an integrated marketing communications firm that offers advertising, graphic design and public relations services, located at 1631 Creekside Drive, Suite 102, Folsom, CA 95630.  The agency may be reached by calling (916) 353-5200, by email at or via the website at http://www.barcellonabrand.com/.