Gary Szenderski is a branding specialist, internationally acclaimed as an expert on the subject that frequently speaks and writes on the topic of emerging brands and companies in transition–brand or line extensions, new product launches, market development, going public, etc. He also conducts planning and marketing seminars for owners of large and small businesses facing expansion and other change related issues. In addition, Gary is a published author, often quoted marketing expert, and instructor at the University of California in Irvine, teaching marketing.