John Pohlman VP Creative Services

John Pohlman is Vice President of Creative Service for L&S. He has been with the company since 1986, serving as copywriter, broadcast producer and creative director prior to his current position.

What's the one thing you couldn't live without?
My left ventricle.

Most embarrassing moment?
Almost electrocuted myself in 7th grade sticking a butter knife into the light socket of a lamp I made in shop. Wanted to see if it was on or not. It was.

Favorite ad campaign of all time?
Holiday Inn "Kids Stay Free" with the slacker who still lives with his parents.

Favorite quote?
"Try everything once except incest and folk dancing." - Sir Thomas Beecham

Marketing Philosophy?
Never forget that your audience doesn't care about you, your company or your advertising. They only care about themselves.