David Wishart
Co-Flounder & Creative Director
David has transformed the creative thinking, brand development, visual communication and experiential design for an extensive range of organizations, industries and occupations.
Over a 30-year career, his sound sense of style, intelligent logic and keen wit delivers work that consistently impresses clients, and stands the test of time.
In New York City, as a Graphic Designer at The Wall Street Journal, he redefined their approach to paid media marketing. Later, as Art Director for Fox News Online, he led their first major website redesign, setting standards for interactive consumer news.
In 2000, Freshbait was born in San Francisco with Marnie Aulabaugh. Clients big and less big have included Microsoft, EDS, Washington Mutual, HP, Kimpton, The Wall Street Journal, Tyco, Amgen, Power One, LCS, Talon International, DUST, Pulse, Alice Radio, Streetline, Yes Health, Bedford/St. Martins, March of Dimes and Westwood Winery.
Born and raised in Georgia, near Atlanta, David has degrees in English Literature and Media Communications, apt skills in Saab mechanics, and can converse in French, Khmer and Japanese. He’s lived in New York, Oakland, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Cambodia and now Tokyo.
Advisory Board
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Marnie Aulabaugh
Co-Flounder & Collaborator
Marnie (a co-flounder of Freshbait for six years) is a creative director, art director, copywriter, project manager and free-thinker of extraordinary ability. Her career spans 25 years working in design, marketing, advertising, and related fields with a wide range of clients and industries — from startups to Fortune 500 companies.
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Richard Forhez
Development & Strategy
Richard has provided extensive marketing & communications strategy consulting in industries including financial services, travel services, interactive development, cosmetics, and home furnishings. Noted engagements include American Express, PayPal, William Sonoma, Charles Schwab and OptionONE Care at Home.
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Joel Chambers
Finance & Accounting
Joel was Marnie and David’s boss when they worked together at The Wall Street Journal. He's been their advisor and counselor since then, and now uses his skills to make sure we use our money wisely. He keeps worker bees, throws slow footballs, drinks strong whisky and provides inspiration for greatness.