Eric Steckel

Eric Steckel is a brand communications advisor with a focus on assisting organizations seeking funding and growth in expanding their reach and engaging with a larger audience.

He is an experienced digital and social media strategist skilled in marketing, public relations, and communications.

In 2013, Eric founded Turnpike Digital, a digital content marketing agency that emphasizes a converged media approach to digital content development.

His expertise lies in developing successful media marketing strategies incorporating SEO, content marketing, paid media, email, social media channels, and public relations.

Starting his career in broadcast journalism at N24 TV in Washington, DC, Eric transitioned to digital media agency BARS+TONE in San Francisco where he eventually became a managing partner.

Eric holds a Masters of Communication degree in Film and Video Production from American University, further adding to his skill set.

He has also been actively involved in various organizations and committees, including serving on the Board of Directors at the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce and acting as the Chairman of the Chamber's Small Business Advisory Council.

His specialties include public relations, marketing, advertising, public affairs, digital media strategy and tactics, social media strategy and tactics, non-profit work, and web video production.

Eric has an educational background from Lewisburg Senior High School, the Stony Brook School, American University for his Masters, and Bucknell University for his BA.

Throughout his career, Eric has held roles such as Communications Manager at Children Rising, CEO and Digital Media Strategist at Turnpike Digital, Director of Business Development at Bison Analytics, Communications Manager at Catholic Charities of the East Bay, Vice President & General Manager at BARS+TONE, and Owner and Producer at N24 Television.