Mike (Dodd) Foristall

Education
University of Central Florida

As the Chief Brand & Creative Partner for Incend Media, Foristall brings nearly 30 years of experience in creative leadership, brand development, and strategic vision. Throughout his career, Foristall has guided renowned companies such as Starwood Hotels, Coca-Cola Consolidated, AdventHealth, and the University of Central Florida, consistently delivering innovative marketing and brand solutions.

Foristall’s extensive background includes over 25 years as Executive Creative Director at Knight Agency, where he led creative strategies for a national marketing and communications firm. His expertise spans branding, storytelling, design, campaign development, and employee engagement. Known for his outside-the-box thinking, Foristall excels in crafting high-impact solutions that maximize both efficiency and effectiveness.

In addition to his role at Incend Media, Foristall owns Butcher Golf (ButcherGolf.com), a brand focused on producing high-quality, custom polo shirts for corporate events, sports teams, and employee uniforms. His entrepreneurial ventures also include Spirit Eleven and partnerships with firms like Millennium Group and Disruptive Tech Research, where he has played a key role in brand strategy and creative direction.

Foristall’s creative leadership extends across multiple sectors, including hospitality, healthcare, telecommunications, and education. His work with clients like Kessler Hotels, AutoNation, Hughes Supply, and Cable & Wireless demonstrates his ability to adapt to different industries while delivering impactful brand strategies. His diverse skills cover campaign development, design and art direction, digital marketing, social media management, video production, and event management.

At Incend Media, Foristall channels his innovative approach to marketing, storytelling, and brand activation, ensuring every project benefits from high-impact creative solutions. His commitment to brand development and strategic marketing enables clients to achieve meaningful results through compelling narratives and well-executed campaigns.

Throughout his career, Foristall has been recognized for his ability to deliver robust creative solutions and high-impact campaigns that elevate brand visibility. He is known for his leadership in developing brand stories and engaging customers across multiple platforms.

Foristall is married to the beautiful Jennifer and is a proud father of four children. The family enjoys returning to their alma mater, UCF, and discovering hidden gem Chinese restaurants, which always seem to have the best food.