Mikal Brotnov is a veteran digital marketer. He holds a doctorate with a specialization in digital humanities methods. Before the academy, Mikal ran digital marketing campaigns for some of the world’s most prominent music artists and tours. Recognized by the Ford Foundation and the National Endowment for the Humanities, Mikal has published in numerous academic presses and public venues, including The Wall Street Journal. He credits his tenacity to his summer swim team coach.