Sean Bouabid

Sean K. Bouabid


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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

 
 
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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

 
 
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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

 
 
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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

 
 
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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

 
 
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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

 
 
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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

 
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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

 
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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

 

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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

 

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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

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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

 
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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