Christopher Ray Email & Phone Number

Chris Ray is CEO of Ramey, a brand strategy and marketing communications firm built exclusively for leader brands: best-in-class brands that lead their categories, including: - The world’s leading cookware company- The world’s largest window coverings company- The world's leading stored energy company - The world's largest geothermal manufacturer- The world's leading 3D software manufacturer- The world's first IoT edge computing platform - The world's number-one resort for service - The world's leading automotive manufacturer- America's largest privately held wireless carrier- America's top performing community bank - America's premier culinary college - America’s fastest growing utility companyHe is a nationally recognized authority on brand strategy, having served as a featured speaker at events including the National Retail Federation’s annual convention, Silversea Cruises’ national sales meeting, and House & Garden magazine’s “Well-Lived Life” conference.After graduating from Rhodes College, Chris joined Ramey and worked in a variety of roles, including managing the agency’s first satellite office. In 1997, he was recruited to lead Archer Malmo Advertising, one of the largest independent agencies in the Mid-South. In late 1999, he returned to Ramey as CEO, and along with his partners and investors, acquired the agency. Chris has focused extensively on creating a unique corporate culture. Ramey has appeared on Advertising Age magazine's "50 Best Places to Work" three years in a row and on the Inc. 5000 for two years. In addition to his work at Ramey, Chris is a passionate entrepreneur and community volunteer. In 2001, he co-founded Lokion, a Memphis-based e-commerce firm, and served as Chairman of the Board from 2001 to 2012. In 2014, Chris founded Upward Home, an online resource for CEOs and CMOs of high-end brands.

Listed skills include Integrated Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, and 29 others.

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  Rhodes College

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