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About

Big Fish Media was founded in 2009 to help thought leaders, authors, and organizations build their visibility and influence. We specialize in transforming important ideas into far-reaching content that makes a major impact. We develop content of every kind and create unique campaigns using an arsenal of editorial, communications, digital, and PR skills all under one roof.

We work with authors, entrepreneurs, CEOs, leadership coaches, finance gurus, health care experts, think tanks, nonprofits, and universities.

Big Fish Media is led by Herb Schaffner and a team of creative professionals sourced worldwide. We draw upon a talented team of writers, editors, graphic designers, website builders, and digital experts to create extraordinary content experiences. Our goal is always to provide exceptional service, deliver results–and have fun along the way.

Herb Schaffner, Founder,
is a publishing and media professional with more than three decades experience inside the trade publishing business and as a communications strategist for public policy groups and nonprofit leaders. He was a publisher of business and finance books at McGraw-Hill, where he oversaw a staff of 15 and a $43 million a year division with award-winning best sellers. Prior to that, he was a senior editor at Harper Business where he acquired successful books in business, leadership, and finance. Schaffner has edited and launched the books and careers of over one hundred authors. He also has worked as a press secretary on Capitol Hill, a communications and marketing director at two universities, and a speechwriter for a governor. Early on, he began at Simon & Schuster where he acquired in sports, humor, and even built a line of fly fishing classics. (Yes, he is an avid fisherman).