Beyond ink on paper.

Audrey Ruggieri, President/CEO/Partner
Adaptability. Belief. Connectedness.

Audrey focuses on the SunDance team, their personal growth and development, recognizing the impact that nurturing talented people makes on the future success of the company.  She leverages her 14 years spent in various sales and marketing roles with Walt Disney World to creating a goal of unparalleled customer service. With a simple belief that people do business with people they enjoy working with, trust and respect, Audrey encourages the SunDance team to put a little bit a magic into each client interaction. Making each customer experience positive and beneficial is the mantra of what Audrey expects of each member of the SunDance team.  A graduate of Florida State University with a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, her credentials balance out her business partner who went to “the other school in Gainesville.” And she is perhaps best known by clients and friends as “Ponky’s Mother”, the adorable 6-pound teacup Yorkie who serves as SunDance Vice President of Public Relations.

John Ruggieri, Vice President Finance/Partner
Competition. Activator. Learner.

Driven to excellence with a track record of succeeding as a small company leader in a large company arena, John Ruggieri has utilized his Wharton MBA to build and sell successful companies.  Bringing a strong financial and analytical background to the SunDance partnership, he and Audrey saw the potential in what was a fine art publisher when they bought SunDance in 2004.  John loves managing every moving part of the “factory” as he affectionately calls the production facility.  He also recognizes in today’s business climate of technological change, the factory must produce ideas more than just products for marketing executives today. His concern for the environment led him to work on a PhD in Wildlife Ecology from the University of Florida.  This passion for saving the planet one act at a time, fueled his determination to see SunDance achieve all three green certifications. SunDance has recently become the first SGP (Sustainable Green Printer) certified commercial offset printer in the state of Florida. Striving to keep SunDance fluid and flexible for client benefit, the entrepreneurial spirit is kept alive and well thanks to John’s vision and intellect.

JohnHenry Ruggieri, Director of Operations
Ideation. Adaptability. Input.

JohnHenry brings a quest for innovation and pushing the envelope in creative manufacturing by leveraging cutting edge technology solutions. With an MBA from the Crummer Graduate School at Rollins College and a Bachelors Degree in Psychology from Lehigh University, JohnHenry was well prepared for his current role in overseeing the print manufacturing side of SunDance. Undoubtedly possessing a unique background in management, his experience includes running the family 50,000 acre wild game reserve and cattle ranch in Kenya prior to moving back to the states in 2006. Little wonder, today’s business “jungle” proves stimulating rather than challenging to JohnHenry. And his roles in Marketing and Technology Support for Comar Inc., additionally well prepared him for leading SunDance into the current revolution of what a company like SunDance must offer marketers in 2010. The challenge to adapt to an ever-changing market fuels JohnHenry’s fire to continue to bring unique products to our clients while keeping operations efficiencies in focus. He also holds the record for being the only member of the SunDance team fluent in Kiswahili and a black belt in Shim-Shin-do, like we said JohnHenry is one-of-a-kind.

Brad Taylor, Partner
Achiever. Discipline. Responsibility.

Every organization needs an executive like Brad Taylor who balances well-rounded people skills with an in-depth ability for astute financial analysis and process optimization. Timing was perfect as SunDance evolved from a traditional print provider to an integrated marketing solution company. With Brad onboard, SunDance can provide analytical and creative client solutions in terms of the ROI of marketing dollars spent. Brad has an MBA from the Crummer Graduate School at Rollins College and possesses an innate discipline allowing him to easily develop best practices in manufacturing and creative development, all benefiting clients and their bottom lines. A 1995 graduate of Marquette University, his Midwestern values and tireless work ethic integrate into every interaction he has both internally and externally. Brad’s resume is impressive, having owned, grown and sold successful companies all at a relatively young age, he considers himself a born entrepreneur. And it certainly doesn’t hurt to have a genius on the team as Brad is a member of MENSA, explaining his resident “prodigy” designation.

Katie Hoch, Marketing & Social Media Manager


With her positive outlook and fresh new perspective, Katie has become an intricate part of the SunDance team. Katie graduated from Auburn University in 2009 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, with a minor in Business and concentration in Marketing. After graduation, she spent the next year and a half in the non-profit industry gaining valuable fund raising and development experience. Since SunDance believes there is strength in diversity, Katie brings a valuable 20 something year old viewpoint to our marketing solutions team as the marketing and social media manager. She is the face behind our social media sites, updating them daily. She stays on top of the latest social media and marketing trends and is passionate about sharing her findings with clients. And she is proudly flying her Auburn flags after their big win as the reigning BCS College Football National Champions. War Eagle!

Cheri Walls, Account Executive
Focus. Communication. Adaptability

As a busy professional with more than 16 years experience in advertising, marketing and print, Cheri immediately recognized the value that SunDance brings to its clients. Not only does SunDance provide convenience, innovation and excellence to their clients, but they also create mutually beneficial partnerships that last.  Cheri looks at every client’s internal challenges as an opportunity to make them a hero. Cheri is a true consultant with a genuine desire to understand her clients’ business needs and goals so she can craft an effective solution that fits like a glove.  Her marketing experience and drive contributes to our continued growth as a successful thought leader and solutions provider keeping our clients ahead of the curve. Cheri has orchestrated successful local and national campaigns for companies in Hospitality, Restaurant, Telecommunications, Retail, Manufacturing and Automotive. Cheri is a graduate of the University of Central Florida with a Bachelors Degree in Organizational Communications with concentrations in Advertising and Marketing. Go Knights!

Ponky Ruggieri, Director of Public Relations
Loyalty. Intelligence. Social.

Ponky Ruggieri began his career in public relations as an assistant sales associate, at The Ocean Club in Key Biscayne, Florida. He quickly rose up the corporate ladder thanks to his charm and charisma. No other member of the sales team was quite able to make a buyer feel at ease when making expensive condominium purchases like Ponky. In his current role as Director of Public Relations of SunDance Marketing Solutions, Ponky has been instrumental in the growth of his company. Astute in social media, Ponky prefers Facebook as his main means of keeping the community abreast of what is happening at SunDance. The best part of his job involves welcoming all current clients and potential customers at the front door. Visitors with dog treats are given special attention as food is Ponky’s real passion. Admittedly, his only shortcoming is a dislike of the mailman, cats and thunder but his adorable qualities make him a vital part of the team.