Seasoned experiential marketing manager and independent contractor, with an outgoing personality and successful track record.
My academic background, hands-on experience, and comprehensive industry knowledge of many diverse markets have left me with a keen eye to manage marketing programs successfully. Throughout my career, I have increased brand redemption rates and developed coveted partnerships with clients. Having served in leadership roles, I have a strong proficiency in client and distributor relations, branding, experiential marketing, activation proposals, collaborative teamwork, market research, and project management.
2021 - 2023 Independent Contracting
FUSE, LLC
Starry Soda - Pepsi Co. (Spring 2023)
Pepsi Trash Talk (Fall 2023)
Havoc Live, LLC | BODYARMOR Sports Drink (Summer 2022)
Oversaw the logistical set up of experiential events at Major League Soccer (MLS) games and US Open tournaments in markets such as Los Angeles, Minneapolis, and New York City
Responsible for the hiring and training of six to ten brand ambassadors for each market
Activate Experiential | Elton John Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour - Sam's Club Elton John Eyewear (Spring 2022)
Managed a six-person local staffing crew to assemble activation footprint and trained five brand ambassadors for Elton John eyewear brand promotions
Coordinated event promotion ideas with the in-house branding team and met with Sam's Club HQ executives and Rocket Entertainment Group CEO David Furnish to showcase the activation
Engine Shop | Mercedes Benz EQS (Spring 2022)
Directed 12 product specialists, six vehicle detailers, a mobile activation team, the car fleet team, and the logistics team across several urban markets on a national Mercedes Benz EQS experiential marketing tour
RedPeg Marketing | Yuengling (Fall 2021)
Directed activation sampling team of five during events
Responsible for partnering with local distributors and event contacts on leading marketing activations
Coordinated with key stakeholders to implement sales and marketing strategies and generate event analysis reports
Consumer Sales Manager
Tide Cleaners - Procter & Gamble | November 2019 - January 2021 | Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) Metroplex
Developed in-market sales plans to generate growth, revenue, and consumer engagement
Hosted events with the 200+ residential and corporate communities in the DFW market to create brand awareness and acquire new customers
Created digital marketing content, direct mail, and community advertising to entice consumers to use the service.
Trained and hired interns to execute the Tide Cleaners marketing plan
Proactively tested new acquisition and engagement methods
Compiled and analyzed customer outreach and response data for marketing campaigns
National Event Marketing Manager
Celsius Holdings, Inc. | September - November 2019
To learn more about this tour and event activation, click here.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/celsius-launches-nationwide-live-fit-tour-300905505.html (PR Newswire coverage)
Executed Celsius nationwide sampling program, event sponsorships, and event logistics
Trained eight brand ambassadors in each market on the product line, brand standard, and nutritional benefits
Managed over $750,000 in inventory and assets
Grew the social media campaign through event execution
Recorded and analyzed consumer behavior to increase sales
International Event Marketing Manager
Flow Beverage | National Shawn Mendes Tour | January 2019 - September 2019 | United States and Canada
Managed the international Flow sampling tour, event logistics, and served as the key contact for the Flow brand
Recruited, trained and managed teams of local brand ambassadors to relay brand messaging and meet promotional goals
Produced drone and still photography for brand marketing highlights
Served as the liaison for the Flow event activation at the Shawn Mendes VIP Experience
Executed an international mass sampling program reaching 1:1 engagement with consumers to increase brand awareness
Promoted retail and online product sales
Completed data entry and crafted weekly event recaps
Marketing Production and Event Manager, LG
National - Independent Contractor
Brewco Marketing Group | January 2017 - December 2018
Directed national marketing initiatives, executed program goals and developed event entertainment strategies with the regional LG marketing and sales team
Produced drone and still photography to showcase program highlights across both agency and client social media platforms
Analyzed weekly event recaps, customer testimonials, and event metrics
Managed event scheduling, footprint maintenance, and budgeting to ensure expenses remained within budget
Facilitated weekly meetings with the LG marketing and sales team to develop comprehensive strategies for enhancing brand exposure
Expanded the LG HVAC program from one to three national marketing programs
Event Marketing Manager, SEC Nation
National - Independent Contractor
Melt Sports and Entertainment | August 2016 - December 2016
Coordinated with SEC Nation representatives to secure weekly sponsorship and event space for the Holiday Inn Express marketing campaign
Hosted notable head coaches and football alumni for autograph signings
Trained teams of brand ambassadors on client expectations and consistent brand messaging
Served as the point of contact for Holiday Inn Express event execution in conjunction with SEC Nation
Captured and produced SEC GameDay video content for weekly client recaps
Event Marketing Manager, Chobani
National - Independent Contractor
GMR Marketing | March 2016 - July 2016
Responsible for executing Chobani’s national marketing program through large scale events, guerrilla marketing strategies, influencer marketing, promotional retail marketing, U.S. Olympic partnership branding, and sponsorship activations
Managed the recruiting, training, and hiring of part-time employees
Day to day management of dynamic sampling programs that drove 1:1 engagement with consumers
Managed co-op marketing activations with McDonald's to generate positive brand awareness
Event Marketing Manager, TD Bank
National - Independent Contractor
RedPeg Marketing | September 2015 - March 2016
Managed event footprint and all IT components to ensure flawless execution of TD Bank's marketing campaign
Trained and educated brand ambassadors on product information and event promotions
Oversaw event metrics, tracked event expenditures to remain within budget, and recapped event logistics
Emceed brand messaging, product information, and consumer sweepstakes details
Event Marketing Manager, BMW Drive for Team USA
National - Independent Contractor
Octagon | April 2015 - September 2015
Directed event preparations, logistics, and execution with management at 50 BMW centers
Created team hotel trackers, expense reports, event recaps, vehicle trackers, staff time sheets, and tour logistics
Liaison for hosting US Olympic athletes at events
Facilitated in the construction and activation of a three-tier event site
Managed a team of six event coordinators, two product facilitators, and nine premium vehicles
Educated consumers on the BMW fleet
Event Marketing Manager, BMW Ultimate Driving Experience
National - Independent Contractor
Octagon | May 2014 - April 2015
Managed a team of six event coordinators, two product facilitators, and nine luxury vehicles
Coordinated event logistics and execution with management at 45 BMW centers
Ensured event execution ran smoothly and that each client had a premium and enjoyable experience
Facilitated the set-up and breakdown of a three-tier activation
Oversaw weekly administrative work including all team expenses, staff time sheets, and detailed event recaps
Educated consumers on the engineering and innovative features of the BMW 4 Series
Event Marketing Manager, Xbox College Football
Marketing Werks | May 2014 - December 2014
Coordinated routing and event scheduling for seven NCAA college football tailgates
Promoted the video game "The Crew" by hosting tournaments, Xbox competitions, and demoing the video game
Troubleshoot and programmed eight televisions and Xboxes to ensure "The Crew" was executed flawlessly
Verizon Event Marketing Manager, Super Bowl XLVII, XLVIII, & XLIX
Marketing Werks | February 2013, February 2014, February 2015
https://www.verizon.com/about/news/vzw/2013/02/super-bowl-week-new-orleans (2013)
https://www.cnet.com/pictures/verizons-power-house-embraces-super-bowl-madness-pictures/ (2014)
Trained and managed twelve event coordinators on Verizon Experience and NFL Mobile
Hosted Verizon NFL talent for a fan meet and greet
Educated consumers on NFL Mobile and NFL partnership
Event Marketing Manager, Verizon Wireless
Marketing Werks | April 2012 - May 2014
Developed activation partnership proposals to collaborate with like-minded brands and to leverage brand awareness
Conducted extensive event coordinator and brand ambassador training regarding program guidelines, productivity goals, brand standards, equipment, and service points
Managed an average of five weekly events which included sponsorships, sporting events, guerrilla marketing initiatives, expos, festivals, corporate, retail, and co-op partnerships
Directed pre and post-event planning including brand ambassador bookings, venue confirmations, and post-event incentive retail activations to ensure objectives and ROI were exceeded
Actively collaborated in weekly meetings with the internal marketing team to align all marketing, event, and sales strategies
Completed the 2013 fiscal year 42% above set goals
Marketing Coordinator, Verizon Wireless
Marketing Werks | April 2012 - December 2012
Educated consumers, staff, and call center employees on Verizon devices, accessories, services, plans, and brand standards
Directed pre-event planning, including coordination with the client, account director, and brand ambassadors
Executed daily high profile events with thousands of positive brand impressions by relaying key messaging
Completed weekly administrative work, submission of staff hours, time-sheets, event recaps, photos, and expense reports
Field Marketing Coordinator, PlayStation
Marketing Werks | January 2012 - March 2012
Coordinated daily gaming tournaments and give away prize incentives to ensure positive consumer recollection of the brand
Assisted in the management of showcasing pre-release product games and devices
Trained and educated brand ambassadors on PlayStation products and procedures
Drove pre-orders and managed inventory
Educated consumers on PlayStation devices and products