Marketing Manager & Communications
Gardaworld (Formerly Vance International Inc.)
• Directed the rebranding effort for all U.S. acquisitions to sustain a uniform brand across 20,000+ employees, over a dozen offices, and multiple partners and outside vendors.• Developed and executed integrated marketing campaigns across 13 service areas and 9 offices worldwide, increasing the visibility of the company within the U.S. and international markets. Additionally, created the strategic advertising plan for the company, including placements, contract negotiations, and oversight of $500K budget across international and trade publications. • Led the public relations program, including media response, communications strategy, press release development, and interview coordination amongst media and subject matter experts. Crafted global media communications policy and protocol while positioning the company as an industry thought leader through speakerships, article placements, microsites, and partner seminars.• Oversaw content and design development for the company website, including re-design of registration pages and search engine optimization, resulting in 50% higher lead generation and site visitor growth. • Developed strategy and managed marketing tactics for over 35 events resulting in increased lead conversions and sales. Handled overall logistics and sponsorship participation consisting of pre-and post-event marketing initiatives. Managed CRM database with over 30k contacts, including tutorial development and training.• Led the production of collateral and procurement materials, including content development, design, and distribution, and implemented electronic collateral solution resulting in increased client response while reducing procurement costs by 50%.• Directed 20 marketing employees, contractors, and vendors through the establishment of weekly meetings, status reports, project assignments, and overall team collaboration opportunities.