Adriana Gil Miner's topnotch communication skills serve her well in her position as director of marketing for Artefact, a consultancy in Seattle, Washington, that provides design and end-user research services to an array of electronics, communications and software development firms.

Ms. Miner carries out branding efforts and utilizes social media tools to increase industry awareness of Artefact’s premium services. In addition to maintaining the company’s Website, she contributes to the design and launch of innovative marketing software and other cutting-edge hardware and technology products.

Ms. Miner has over 12 years of experience formulating digital strategies and marketing products in both B2C and B2B environments. Over the course of her career, she has garnered numerous professional accolades, including employee awards from both American Express and Centurion.

A 2009 graduate of the University of Washington with a master’s degree in communications and digital media, Ms. Miner became involved in her profession through her longstanding desire to combine her deep knowledge of the information technology industry with her love of writing. She is an active member of organizations such as the Interaction Design Association and AIGA, the professional association for design.