• John Parham
  President
  Executive Creative Director
• Maruchi Santana
  Chief Client Officer
• Maryann Mitkowski
  Vice President
  Director of Creative Services
• Susanne Kernan
  Senior Account Executive
• Jonathon Shaevitz Managing Director of Interactive
• Maggie P. Trujillo
  Vice President
  Director of Licensing
• Sharon Adler
  Director
  Trend and Product Development
• James Kunnert
  Director of Interactive
• Luca Torregiani
  Art Director
• Jun Kapunan
  Chief Financial Officer
• Diana Amsterdam
  Copy Director
• Pat Ray
  Executive Account Director
  Creative Director
• Brad Ray
  Executive Account Director
  Creative Director
• Joan Gugliotta
  Manager
  Online Promotions

Luca Torregiani

Art Director

What got you into this business in the first place?

I wanted to make a living using my passion for visuals and my brain cells.

Who was a big influence in your career?

There's no one in specific, I have been and still get inspired daily by my professors, colleagues, and bosses.

What was "your finest moment," the thing you're most proud of?

Work...When for the first time I successfully and alone represented the company I was working for at a big client meeting. Life.Leaving my country at age 26 and building an independent life in the States.

What was your most embarrassing moment in this business?

I fortunately believe is yet to come.

What attracted you to Parham Santana?

I liked the work they were producing, the client list and the colors of their website!

Do you have a method for coming up with ideas and solutions for clients?

Listening I think it's the first step to a good solution.

What makes a great brand?

Great products, passion and an open ear to its consumers.

What talent do you wish you had?

An amazing singing voice.

If you had to live on a desert island, what would you miss most?

My friends.

Is there any food that helps you think more creatively?

Mmmh.not really. I like drinking lots of tea while I conceptualize.

What's your favorite sports team?

I find following sports boring, I prefer to practice them.

What frustrates you the most?

Stupidity, ignorance and bad taste.

Tell us about your pets?

No pets. I prefer human beings.

What was growing up like for you?

I was a sickly kid, but with a great desire of learning and discovery.

What's your favorite TV program? And your least favorite?

I'm a recovering TV addict.

What do you do for a good time when you're not working?

I love to see and make art, to cook and eat good food, to socialize

What was college like for you?

None of the two colleges I went to had real campuses. I guess I missed on all the fun! College was just a place to go, learn and leave.

What are your favorite Internet sites?

www.nytimes.com
www.netflix.com
www.apartmenttherapy.com
www.urbandictionary.com

What is the trait you most deplore in yourself?

I'm a little clumsy at times and lose my keys quite often!

What is your greatest extravagance?

I own too many clothes and shoes.

What is your most treasured possession?

At the moment is definitely my yellow bike!

What is your motto?

Listen, respect and be true to yourself.

What is your current state of mind?

Positive.

What do you consider the most overrated virtue?

If you look at the 7 virtues, all of them are unfortunately underrated at the moment!

What is your most marked characteristic?

I got gumption.

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