Ictus Initiative

Paige Stover Hague is the owner of a group of Boston-based communications companies serving the needs of professional speakers, authors, consultants, and business professionals seeking to increase their visibility in targeted niche markets.

In June of 2000, Paige co-founded Ictus Development with her long-standing technology partner, who currently serves as lead developer and Chief Technology Officer. The Ictus Initiative was established in 2002 to provide more targeted services to speakers, authors, consultants and business executives looking to increase their exposure in the media, on the platform, in print and on the web. In 2004, Acanthus Publishing was created as a business, professional development and specialty non-fiction press.

Paige is an attorney who has practiced in both Florida and Massachusetts focusing on a client base in the financial services industry. She has also worked in the legal publishing industry having held senior management positions on both the product development and sales and marketing sides of the business. She developed and marketed print and electronic products for the legal, tax, accounting and financial services markets for several publicly-traded professional publishers.

Paige is a frequent speaker on the topics of product development, marketing and public relations for professional services firms and also presents continuing education programs for lawyers, accountants and financial advisors on art succession planning. She is co-author Life is Short, Art is Long- Maximizing Estate Planning Strategies for Collectors of Art, Antiques and Collectibles (Wealth Management Press 2007). She was the host of the radio talk show "Financially Speaking" in Boston for 4 years which broadcast legal, political and financial commentary, news and celebrity interviews. She is also a contributing author to 49 Marketing Secrets (that work) to Grow Sales (Morgan James Publishing, 2007). Paige is a graduate of Duke University and Nova Southeastern University Law School.

Over the years, technology-driven marketing and publicity tools have changed the way companies can generate a buzz for their services. As the technology and web consultant for The Ictus Initiative, George is responsible for designing and implementing many of the tech-based features we use in building informative, up-to-date, and visually compelling web sites for our clients.

A software developer, George has worked for a large defense contracting firm as well as a few high tech start-ups and possesses a deep understanding of computers and online operating systems. Previously, he has worked as an attorney and has lectured on American politics at Tufts University.

Whether it's a book, publicity, or a web site Leyna's specialty is making sure that your project goes off without a hitch. Whether she's writing, editing, promoting, or simply managing your project, you can rest assured that the journey will be smooth. A native Hoosier with a Master's degree in journalism from Indiana University, Leyna has experience in a variety of different fields, including print media, healthcare, sales and advertising, law, and crisis communications.

In her previous life, Leyna was a blocker for a flat-track roller derby team. She has an intense interest in social and political issues and loves nothing more than an intelligent conversation. These days she most likely can be found curled up with a cup of coffee and a good book.

Making reporters, media personnel, and organizations stop and take notice of you, that's TK's specialty. He works with his clients to secure major press placements including bylined articles, radio interviews, and book signings. His efforts have created international, national, and local headlines that help spread word-of-mouth interest—the best and most affordable type of advertising there is.

Rebecca heads publicity research, focusing her efforts on finding the ideal media contacts for client press placements. Her specialty is getting the right news to the right people, ensuring every publicity initiative is effective and results-driven. Her other public relations responsibilities include writing press releases and organizing book review campaigns.

Rebecca also manages The Ictus Initiative's social media practice. She strategizes how to enhance clients' Internet presence utilizing blogs, social networking sites, media news releases, and search engine optimization techniques. Rebecca also offers workshops, keynotes, and seminars on this subject.

In her free time, Rebecca performs regularly with her a cappella singing group.

After graduating from Villa Julie College in Baltimore, with a degree in Visual Communication Design, Alyssa has decided to start her career in the charming city of Boston. She uses her unique creativity to develop original book covers and layouts, web designs, and branding solutions for the Ictus Initiative. Her talents allow our clients to generate more visibility in their field.

When she's not creating inspired designs, Alyssa enjoys running, reading, traveling, and photography. While she one day plans on designing world class fashion accessories, right now she's focused all her talents on producing exceptional designs for our clients' products.

Stewart specializes in working with clients to translate the power and impact of their spoken words onto the page. Whether it is ghostwriting, editing, or creating brand new content, Stewart generates the kind of characteristic copy that screams "you".

Hailing from the fair city of Dublin, Ireland, Stewart's love for travel and the challenge of a new environment led him to Boston. His wanderlust takes him to new places, near and far, at every opportunity. Sipping a coffee or a beer in a piazza during the summer with good company is his idea of heaven.

Stewart is a graduate in history from Trinity College Dublin, focusing on modern Irish history and colonial-era Africa. He confesses to being mildly obsessed with world politics.

Cameron manages a wide array of our clients’ projects into sparkling finished products. Whether it’s putting together a speaker’s video, editing an eBook, writing catchy marketing copy, or preparing a newsletter, Cameron generates a style and cohesiveness that will capture the most unique and marketable attributes of our clients and their message. With an English degree and a focus on creative writing, Cameron creates a one of a kind touch that is sure to enhance your standing in your marketplace by appealing to both broad and specific audiences. His favorite food is stew.

Cira Masters, an associate editor at The Ictus Initiative, studied at Hartwick College in New York. Graduating with a Bachelor's in English with an emphasis in writing, she uses her talent to co-write in the production of books and the development of client websites.

During her years in college, Cira traveled to Ireland where she studied English and journalism in depth. She was also in charge of her college's weekly newspaper, Hilltops, where she was responsible for the design, layout, and template organization. With a knack for writing and editing, Cira comes to the table ready to advance your publications to the next level.