claudia taylor

founder, owner and designer

About

Claudia Taylor merges her background as event coordinator/caterer, sustainable clothing manufacturer, and environmental activist to become Sustainable Style Editor at 90265 Life & Style Magazine. A Malibu native, she served as commissioner for the City of Malibu on the Trails Committee. She was an early vocal advocate for the successful Marine Life Protection Act in Malibu. Though she strives for a clean environment, she's not afraid to get her hands dirty: she is a founding member of Full Circle Bio-Char, and hosts a Bio-Dynamic Compost Co-op. Together with her husband Rob, she was founding member of the So Cal Los Angeles Bio-Diesel Users Group, Big Sur Bio- Diesel Co-op, and continues to host Malibu Bio-Diesel Co-op. She and her husband Rob are Surf, Ski and Sea enthusiasts, enjoy a menagerie of beloved dogs, chickens, a cat and rabbit, tend a robust garden, dive for lobsters ( when in season), and feed their two children well.

Country

united states

City

malibu

Industry

apparel & fashion

Skill

fashion, social media marketing, art, textiles, apparel, social media, creative direction, blogging, brand development, social networking, event planning, marketing communications, fashion design, photography, art direction, illustrator, merchandising, graphic design, magazines, marketing, sales, advertising, theatre, public relations

Experience

director of development

sustainable surf

2013-4 - 2013-10 · 7 mos

Sustainable Surf is a 501(c)(3) that works to implement environmentally conscious initiatives in the surf industry. Promoting the switch from toxic materials in conventional surf manufacturing processes to recycled styrofoam and plant based resins- Sustainable Surf is on the forefront of the movement to connect consumers to better choices when selecting their next board or SUP. S.Surf manages Deep Blue Surf with ASP to '"green" surf events: runs the WastetoWaves.org styrofoam recycling programs: Permanent High Tide is it's educational outreach program to bring awareness of the effects of climate change on the health of the oceans- raising tide levels, coral reef die-off, and ocean acidification.

sustainable + style editor

90265 malibu life & style magazine

2013-1 - Present · 13 yrs 9 mos

Developing, researching and producing story content relating to sustainable living, food, travel.

vice president strategic partnerships

evolutionary media group (emg pr)

2015-9 - Present · 11 yrs 1 mo

Business Development, Marketing, Publicity, and Event CoordinationFounded by Jennifer Gross, EMG provides a cross platform approach to building a PR presence nationwide utilizing our business development, marketing, publicity and event coordination expertise. Our combined experience representing lifestyle brands and technology companies within the entertainment community allows us to provide a unique suite of services to companies looking for growth, strategic marketing, and press awareness. EMG addresses the rapidly emerging convergence of consumer lifestyle, technology and entertainment with innovative strategies for a diverse range of clients that include wireless gaming companies, fashion, automotive companies, soft drinks, hotels, clubs and independent music and film companies.

founder, owner and designer

surfmonk

2007-1 - Present · 19 yrs 9 mos

100% committed to sustainable and local manufacturing. Functional fashion and eco-friendly style for active living. We are all islands... oceans connect us.SurfMonk makes lux eco-fiber apparel and accessories for the beach, lounging, yoga, spa... we're surf-inspired, but you don't have to surf to love SurfMonk!"We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children." ~ Native American ProverbProducts:

Education

santa monica alternative school

windward school

cabrillo college

dance

1984-1 - 1986-1 · 2 yrs 1 mo

this was junior college in place of 11 and 12th grade of highschool...what can you expect?

cabrillo college

liberal arts

1976-1 - 1978-1 · 2 yrs 1 mo

haha Activities and Societies: majored in marijuana, anorexia, ballet, hiking, surfing, and navel exploration

new york university

drama

1979-1 - 1983-1 · 4 yrs 1 mo

Independent studies were at Herbert Bergoff Studios, then enrolled in NYU. Studied with Jack Garfein at Actors and Directors Lab on 42nd Street- later , with father Byron Lasky, became partners with Garfein in the Harld Clurman Theatre, and the Samuel Beckett Theatre. Travelled to Italy with NYU doing street theatre, Co-produced a number of plays in NY and Santa Monica, including award winning Endgame, starring Bud Cort at the Mayfair Theatre in 1985. Activities and Societies: Cafe Societe, Rollerskating in Central Park, hanging out with the kings of rock and roll, and smuggeling jewels to Europe.