Christopher G. P.

About Christopher G. P.

I build communities where creators, stories, and fandoms thrive.Today, I serve as the Chief Sales and Marketing Officer (CSMO) at Comix Wellspring, leading the charge as we evolve from industry-leading printer to a global print-tech engine for indie creators. I shape and execute the marketing vision bridging brand and growth, elevating creator voices, and helping more artists bring their worlds to life. From strategy to storytelling, I’m driving the systems that connect creators to the tools, partners, and audiences they need to scale.Before Comix Wellspring, my career spanned comic book retail, esports nonprofits, tabletop events, comic conventions, and creator-driven media ultimately launching and scaling programs that bring people together. I’ve produced hundreds of gaming events, brought convention floors to life, and helped build inclusive spaces where fans feel at home.From founding Columbus Got Game, running operations for Ultimate Comics (the largest comic book retailer in North Carolina), to supporting major conventions like NCComicon/Oak City Comicon/Greensboro Comicon, to co-hosting The Pull List Podcast, my work blends marketing, community management, and fan-first storytelling into experiences that stick. I specialize in turning casual fans into loyal communities, guiding volunteers and teams, and crafting events that feel less like transactions and more like adventures.Whether it’s digital campaigns, grassroots activations, or creator partnerships, my focus is simple:Help creators connect, grow, and tell the stories only they can tell.Let’s build something unforgettable.

Experience

1. Podcast Host

   Love Thy Nerd

   Jun 2018 — Present · Columbus, GA, US

   Hosts and co-produces a long-running podcast centered on comic books and the comic-book industry, delivering weekly conversations on new releases, creators, and fan culture.+Produces and publishes 100+ episodes across 6+ years, cultivating a loyal listener base and sustaining strong community engagement.+Leads in-depth discussions, interviews, and analysis across major publishers (Marvel, DC, Image, etc.) and indie creators, helping shape broader fandom + critical dialogue.+Manages end-to-end show planning—from content development and guest outreach to production scheduling + quality assurance.+Creates a welcoming, inclusive platform for fans and pros alike, amplifying diverse voices within the comic-book scene.+Expands the show’s presence via social media, live events, and cross-collaborations with creators, podcasts, and comic shops.

Education

• Eastern Kentucky University

  B.S., Asset Protection and Security Management

  2002 — 2005

• Eastern Kentucky University

  M.S., Safety, Security, and Emergency Management

  2006 — 2009

• Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary

  Master of Divinity (M.Div.), North American Church Planting

  2013 — 2017

Skills

• Social Networking
• Social Media Marketing
• Web Analytics
• Open Source
• New Media
• Social Innovation
• Analysis
• Entrepreneurship
• Policy
• Social Media
• Website Development
• Comic Books
• Business Strategy
• Emergency Management
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Copywriting
• Web Design
• Thought Leadership
• Blogging
• Blog Management
• Google Adwords
• Online Branding
• Google Analytics
• Photoshop
• Website Management
• Web 2.0
• Html
• Enterprise 2.0
• Marketing Strategy
• Information Sharing
• SEO
• Emergency Operations
• Crisis Communications
• Incident Management
• Project Management
• Content Management
• Strategic Planning
• Tumblr
• Collaboration Solutions
• Graphic Design