Chuck Hester

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The MacGyver of MarCom! LinkedIn Executive Trainer, Speaker, LinkedIn Podcast Host, Purveyor of Dad Jokes @ A Purpose Partnership
Chuck Hester's Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, United States
Chuck Hester's Contact Details
About Chuck Hester

Need help in Marketing Communications but don't have the staff/time to do it? I'm the MacGyver of Marketing Communications! I'm your Swiss Army Knife! The marketing utility you need that will allow you to do what you love (and it's probably not marketing) and succeed. An Integrated Marketing Executive specializing in B2B and Technology companies. Extensive Experience in both marketing agency and in-house corporate departments. I also work with companies and organizations to help them build corporate social responsibility programs to build brand equity in the communities they serve. Specialties: Marketing & Marketing Communications Strategy and ExecutionPublic RelationsBrandingMedia RelationsInternal CommunicationsContent DevelopmentCommunications PlanningMarketing CommunicationsPublic Relations Strategies Corporate Social ResponsibilityStrategic PlanningMarketing Team BuildingAuthor and Speaker on Social Media, Personal Branding and ContentExpert Witness Consultant in Social Media, Marketing and PRVoice Over Talent for Corporate and AgenciesNational speaker on LinkedIn and its use in professional and personal branding.Social media, marketing and public relations professionalAuthor: Linking in to Pay it Forward: Changing the Value Proposition in Social Media."Chuck's LinkedIn training sessions greatly expanded my understanding of the many capabilities of the LinkedIn platform, and quickly showed me several ways to improve my profile and usage of the tools in LinkedIn."Contact me directly at 919/607-1522 or chuck@chuckhester.com Set up a meeting with me: https://calendly.com/chuckhester

Chuck Hester's Current Company Details
A Purpose Partnership

A Purpose Partnership

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The MacGyver of MarCom! LinkedIn Executive Trainer, Speaker, LinkedIn Podcast Host, Purveyor of Dad Jokes
Chuck Hester Work Experience Details
  • A Purpose Partnership
    Managing Partner
    A Purpose Partnership Mar 2022 - Present
    Managing PartnerA Purpose Partnership · Full-timeMar 2022 - Present · 1 moMar 2022 - Present · 1 moRaleigh, North Carolina, United StatesRaleigh, North Carolina, United StatesPurpose: intended or desired result; end; aim; goal.Partnership: two or more people working together to do business and committing to the good for all.A Purpose Partnership is a Contrarian agency with a purposeful strategic mindset that informs our tactical approach to exceed our clients' needs.Tapping into a network of more than 75,000, we have access to the top consulting talent in business - from website development and IT to marketing consulting and leadership training. We are strategists who do the work!It is also the parent organization for Pay it Forward Tuesdays, our business mentoring organization that helps underserved entrepreneurs and non-profits.
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  • Wral Techwire
    Contributor
    Wral Techwire Nov 2023 - Present
    Raleigh, Nc, Us
    Regular contributor to WRAL Techwire, covering technology companies and events in the Triangle region in North Carolina.
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  • Chuck Hester Enterprises
    Corporate Social Responsibility Consultant
    Chuck Hester Enterprises Feb 2022 - Present
    Houston, Us
    I work with small- and medium-sized business to help them establish corporate social responsibility programs that: help them build brand equity, increase their employee engagement, and attract new talent.
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  • Chuck Hester Enterprises
    Chief Connections Officer
    Chuck Hester Enterprises May 2010 - Present
    Houston, Us
    With a foundation of more than 30 years experience in public relations, social media and the art of connecting, Chuck Hester Enterprises specializes in telling the stories of companies that are the greatest thing you've never heard of, but need to know about. We provide a non-nonsense, straight-forward approach to public relations and social media, helping you develop a game plan based on sound, real-world marketing communications principals.Tired of big agencies with lots of overhead that assign junior staffers to do the work for an exorbitant fee? Then it's time to talk to CHE - we offer PR and social media consulting for the rest of us!
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  • Chuck Hester Enterprises
    Keynote Speaker And Trainer On The Power Of Linkedin And Paying It Forward In Business
    Chuck Hester Enterprises Jan 2017 - Present
    Houston, Us
    THE guide to using LinkedIn and Social Media for Business. I bring an interactive experience to audiences worldwide, by giving them actionable steps they can use as soon as they get back to the office.
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  • Chuck Hester Enterprises
    Conversations With Chuck Hester Linkedin Live Podcast
    Chuck Hester Enterprises Nov 2020 - Present
    Houston, Us
    Weekly LinkedIn Live podcast on Wednesdays at Noon CT/1 p.m. ET. I have interesting conversations with thought leaders in Marketing Communications, Content Marketing, Social Media, and Paying it Forward. Follow the podcast page here: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/conversations-with-chuck-hesterPast episodes on my YouTube Channel here: www.youtube.com/c/chuckhester
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  • Pay It Forward Tuesdays
    Co-Founder
    Pay It Forward Tuesdays Dec 2020 - Present
    The Pay it Forward Tuesdays initiative is a way to give back. We support entrepreneurs, startups, non-profits, and small businesses that need that a little something to move forward but are not sure how to get there. Through the peer nomination process, businesses have the opportunity to receive 3 hours of one on one coaching with experts in LinkedIn marketing, social media marketing, business coaching, digital marketing, and public relations.
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  • Seez
    Director Of Content Marketing
    Seez Apr 2021 - Mar 2022
    Raleigh, North Carolina, Us
    SEEZ is in the business of communicating ideas that spark positive changes in society.Because we are seekers of actionable knowledge and insights that generate results for our clients, our communication strategies are specific and measurable.As Director of Content Marketing, I oversee all content marketing and social media initiatives, both internal and external, across multiple platforms and formats to drive sales, engagement, retention, leads and positive customer behavior for multiple client accounts.
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  • Fountain Forward
    Director Of Strategic Communications
    Fountain Forward Jun 2019 - Oct 2020
    Houston, Texas, Us
    As Director of Strategic Communications, it is my job to assure that Fountain Forward is aligned with client goals, help increase market share, and provide a seasoned perspective to our organic, content marketing, and digital marketing initiatives.Fountain Forward is a marketing agency with offices in Houston, Texas. Our unique, data-driven approach, combined with candor and caring, allows us to not only understand what makes our clients successful, but increase that success.
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  • Converge Consulting - Digital Marketing
    Client Services Director
    Converge Consulting - Digital Marketing Nov 2018 - Jun 2019
    Cedar Rapids, Ia, Us
    Converge is the digital agency for education. We connect the next generation of learners with best-fit institutions and programs using cutting-edge digital marketing practices. We’re digital natives who are energized by data. Lifelong learners who believe in the mission (and evolution) of education. And we’re laser-focused on ROI and helping our client partners achieve their goals.As a Client Services Director, I am responsible for the management, growth and development of key account partnerships. I create and manage project plans, work closely with multiple stakeholders and provides exceptional service to ensure client results are exceeded.
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  • Linkedin Live Executive Edition
    Co-Founder And Host
    Linkedin Live Executive Edition Apr 2017 - Jan 2019
    Executive networking event designed to bring peers together to be uplifters and pay it forward. The invitation only event attracts C-level, VPs, Owners and VCs from around the Triangle.
  • Lucidity Direct
    Vice President, Marketing
    Lucidity Direct Jan 2018 - Nov 2018
    Lucidity is a disruptive technology platform that connects physicians seeking part-time or temporary work directly with medical practices looking to fill open shifts.I lead the multi-channel marketing strategies and tactical execution for Lucidity, including all traditional and digital marketing channels. I am also responsible for building and reinforcing our brand identity and reaching our core markets effectively and creatively.Increased website traffic 8x over a 9 month period, through digital marketing initiatives. Redesigned and rebranded customer-facing website to closer reflect the audience and drive more conversions.
  • T&T Creative Group
    Vice President Social Media
    T&T Creative Group Apr 2017 - Apr 2018
    Raleigh, Nc, Us
    T&T Creative Group is an online marketing firm that turns strangers into customers. We accomplish this by growing the overall online footprint of each company while maintaining a secure platform. As Vice President, Social Media I work with clients on social media marketing, content marketing, and branding.
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  • North State
    B2B Marketing Communications Consultant
    North State Jul 2016 - Apr 2017
    High Point, Nc, Us
    Leading the B2B Marketing Communications team responsible for integrated marketing strategy and communications, including brand development, direct and digital marketing, event marketing and public relations.North State is a North Carolina-based Fiber Internet service provider. Though portfolio companies Data Chambers and Stalwart Systems, North State is also an IT Managed Services, IaaS and Internet Security service provider.
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  • Big Think Innovation, Inc.
    Chief Communications Officer
    Big Think Innovation, Inc. Sep 2015 - Aug 2016
    Holly Springs, Nc, Us
    As Chief Communications Officer for Big Think, I head up the digital marketing practice - working with clients in branding, content marketing, investor relations, influencer relations, and good old fashioned PR strategies. We are Revenue Growth Architects. We partner with companies to build strategies and systems that deliver predictable, scalable, bottom-line growth.At Big Think Innovation, we work with B2B Technology and Services organization to focus on three stages of business:STABILIZEIf a company doesn't have predictable sales and operations, we help stabilize the company by building a solid core business and revenue generation system that is predictable and scalable.GROWFor companies that want to increase their revenue, profits, and impact with their existing product lines, our revenue architecture and innovation services provide a proven, systematic yet creative process for capturing the hearts, minds, and wallets of customers.REINVENTFor companies that may be nearing a plateau, or that want to REALLY kick it up, we leverage our proven innovation process and tools to rethink how a business operates, get it closer to the right customers, and create a more compelling set of offerings and a business model that makes customers beat down the doors.
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  • Linkedconversations
    Host/Producer
    Linkedconversations Nov 2013 - May 2016
    Host of LinkedConversations, a weekly podcast on the For Immediate Release podcast network. Covering all things LinkedIn, tips and features and a guest discussing how to use LinkedIn for Business. Available at www.forimmediaterelease.biz/index.php?%2FC18
  • Employus App
    Director Of Communications (Contract)
    Employus App Aug 2015 - Oct 2015
    Cary, North Carolina, Us
    Working with funded startup to develop new marketing and communications initiatives and help grow the company.EmployUs is building a world where everyone works where they belong by disrupting the $420B recruiting and staffing industry. Using our mobile and web applications, we unlock talent for employers who need to win the war for talent by hiring more referrals. Any professional can use our mobile app to earn money (Avg. $3K) helping their friends land their dream job at top employers like Citrix, Ipreo and fast-growing startups.
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  • The Affinity Alliance, Inc.
    Managing Partner
    The Affinity Alliance, Inc. Jan 2011 - Dec 2014
    Affinity: pertaining to persons who share the same interests Alliance: a merging of efforts. We are The Affinity Alliance, Inc. Proven professionals passionate about marketing and communications working with organizations passionate about their products and services. Do you have a marketing communications need? We can help!
  • Creative Group, Inc.
    Marketing Contractor
    Creative Group, Inc. Jun 2014 - Sep 2014
    Schaumburg, Illinois, Us
    Contracted to develop LinkedIn Showcase Pages for Creative Group's LinkedIn Company Page.
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  • Relevant Ads
    Vice President, Marketing (Contract)
    Relevant Ads Jun 2013 - Nov 2013
    Fountain Valley, California, Us
    As part of a full-time contract through my company, The Affinity Alliance, I lead all marketing programs across all brands; online and offline media, including brand positioning and messaging, marketing, public relations, social media and analyst relations. Working directly with the CEO, I developed key initiatives to position the company with investors and partners.Relevant Ads, through its LocalSplash.com product offering, is a leading online local search engine placement company that provides multi-location brands with a full suite of services for managing and optimizing their online location data.
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  • Icontact
    Communications Director
    Icontact Jul 2006 - Nov 2010
    Morrisville, Nc, Us
    Director of Communications for iContact, an email marketing software company for small businesses and non-profits. iContact, launched in July of 2003. During my tenure, sales grew from $2.7 million to $60 million. I was directly involved in three rounds of funding for the company, resulting in more than $50 million raised.iContact was acquired by Vocus in 2011 for $169 million.In charge of all communications for iContact including:Media RelationsSocial MediaInternal CommunicationsCommunity RelationsSecured coverage in national media for iContact and its execs including:* Wall Street Journal* Fastcompany.com* Entrepreneur* Inc.*New York Times* Fortune Small Business (front cover)* Success Magazine (front cover)* Multiple appearances for iContact CEO on The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch.
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  • Duke University
    Instructor
    Duke University Nov 2005 - Sep 2009
    Durham, North Carolina, Us
    Evening instructor in marketing and branding at Duke University, Durham, NC.
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  • Koroberi, Inc.
    Director Of Public Relations
    Koroberi, Inc. Jul 2005 - Jul 2006
    Raleigh, Nc, Us
    • Oversaw all Marketing Communications and Public Relations activities of firm and its clients.• Acted as Account Manager for key clients including FKI Logistex, Flowserve, and WinMagic.
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  • University Of California, Irvine
    Instructor
    University Of California, Irvine Mar 2005 - Jul 2005
    Irvine, Ca, Us
    Instructor in Branding, Marketing Research and Marketing Strategy courses for UC Irvine Extension.
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  • Estey-Hoover Advertising And Public Relations
    Vice President
    Estey-Hoover Advertising And Public Relations Dec 2003 - Jul 2005
    In charge of all public relations activities for agency clients, the agency itself and for new business development.
  • The Hester Group, Inc.
    Owner/Partner
    The Hester Group, Inc. Jan 1997 - Dec 2003
    Owner and partner in Marketing, Public Relations and Productivity consulting firm. Services include development of marketing plans, business analysis and consulting, product marketing, public relations, trade show support, collateral design and development, media relations and presentation coaching.

Chuck Hester Skills

Leadership Crisis Communications Social Media Public Speaking Online Marketing Brand Development Press Releases Media Relations Event Planning Start Ups Blogging Community Relations Business Development Corporate Communications Publishing Digital Marketing Integrated Marketing Strategic Planning Community Development Strategy New Media Social Marketing Entrepreneurship Content Strategy Internal Communications Marketing Social Networking Event Management Training Interviews Social Media Marketing Email Marketing Content Development Newsletters Non Profits Small Business Saas Management Public Relations Strategic Communications Marketing Communications Marketing Strategy Corporate Social Responsibility Copywriting Linkedin Marketing Research Publicity

Chuck Hester Education Details

  • University Of Southern California
    University Of Southern California
    Journalism/Communications

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