Eric Minor

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Brand Architect & Builder I Setting Strategy, Innovating, and Accelerating Growth @
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About Eric Minor

With over 20 years of progressive marketing experience, I have a track record of creating and implementing strategies that drive business growth, customer loyalty, and brand awareness for top-tier organizations. I lead cross-functional teams, manage large budgets, and leverage insights and analytics to deliver innovative and effective marketing solutions.Most recently, as the Chief Marketing Officer at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, I set brand positioning and visual identity, grew annual revenue, saved $1.7M in expenditures by bringing digital marketing in-house, and captured $2B in donations by developing and promoting the university's image and message. My previous roles as Senior Director of Marketing at The Libman Company and Partner at Bene Associates, and Director at SC Johnson demonstrate my ability to manage and grow diverse product portfolios, launch omnichannel media campaigns, and partner with internal and external stakeholders. My mission is to use my MBA, market analysis, and demand generation skills to create value and impact for growth-focused organizations.

Eric Minor's Current Company Details
Bene Associates

Bene Associates

Brand Architect & Builder I Setting Strategy, Innovating, and Accelerating Growth
Eric Minor Work Experience Details
  • Bene Associates
    Strategic Marketing Consultant - Partner
    Bene Associates Nov 2023 - Present
  • University Of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
    Chief Marketing Officer
    University Of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign Jan 2019 - Sep 2023
    Champaign, Il, Us
    • Leveraged data and strong analytic capabilities to leverage insights that drove a refined positioning and visual identity to clearly establish brand strategy and consistently communicate messaging to a diverse set of audiences. • Saved $1.7M in expenditures by creating cost-saving strategies, bringing digital marketing in-house, and leading digital and traditional marketing initiatives (media buying procedures, website development, etc.), resulting in a 15% savings since 2020.• Captured $2B in donations working with leadership while increasing university brand awareness and reputation by developing and promoting university images, marketing, and messages. Created targeted customer experiences resonating with diverse audiences and influencing partnership engagements among stakeholders. • Achieved 2-year record student enrollment of 56,299 (2020-1) and 56,644 (2021-2) generating an 8.3% enrollment increase during unprecedented pandemic years. Results were assisted by market analysis, persona development, and appropriate media tactics.
  • The Libman Company
    Senior Director, Marketing
    The Libman Company Jan 2013 - Dec 2018
    Arcola, Illinois, Us
    #1 manufacturer of household and commercial cleaning tools in the USA.• Report to the owner and president on consumer marketing for the $400MM company; manage P&L and lead a team and outside agencies covering advertising, digital marketing, promotions, public relations, customer service, market research, marketing communication, and product innovation. • Established and managed the annual marketing goals, metrics, tactical plan, and budget. Drove brand messaging in several channels including digital advertising, social media, email, blogs, retailer sites, and TV & print advertising resulting in annual sales growth of 12% in FY 2016, 14.5% in FY 2017, and 6.2% in FY 2018 – exceeding industry standards (4%). • Analyzed online search results with Google Analytics and managed SEO, SEM, and Google Adwords to improve organic and paid site visits resulting in a 100% increase in website visits - up from average 25,000 to over 50,000 visits. Increased consumer engagement by 15%.• Led cross-functional product development team to launch over 25 new product items in 5 years. • Created a monthly email newsletter (MailChimp) with over 187,000 consumers in just 52 weeks allowing the company to conduct surveys, solicit feedback, and share new products at virtually no cost.• Partnered with Sales to create targeted presentations and sales collateral which helped to drive new distribution into retailers Walmart, Home Depot, Canadian Tire and Menards.• Realized 31% cost savings while improving product quality by sourcing new suppliers for established cleaning chemicals.
  • Bene Associates
    Partner
    Bene Associates May 2009 - Dec 2012
    • Managed $100MM P&L and created the 2011-2013 strategic plans for ConAgra’s salty snacks businesses (ACT II popcorn, David seeds, and Andy Capp). • Conducted market segmentation analysis and broadened the target market. Led cross-functional team to launch integrated marketing plans for Convenience, Dollar, Grocery, and Mass Merch stores. Managed annual $1MM sponsorship of Little League Baseball including online communication, store and event signage, and retailer-tagged radio which led to 7% annual sales growth.
  • Sc Johnson
    Director
    Sc Johnson Nov 2007 - May 2009
    Racine, Wi, Us
    Director, Home Cleaning• Responding to consumer trends and competitive pressure, led the launch of ‘Nature’s Source’ brand cleaners by Windex, Shout, and Scrubbing Bubbles, consisting of five SKUs from idea through commercialization. Created market strategy and led development of Nature’s Source brand cleaners to achieve 1st year sales of $60MM.• Managed advertising and promotional budget of $37MM and directed external agencies covering online, print, TV, and consumer promotions. Worked with agency to develop permission-based email marketing campaign called ‘Right @ Home’.• Recruited, hired, and promoted from within as part of the 5 member marketing leadership team.
  • Sc Johnson
    Director
    Sc Johnson Jan 2004 - Nov 2007
    Racine, Wi, Us
    Director, New Products Identified and commercialized new products and categories from whitespace to commercialization.• Managed team of 7 senior, cross-functional managers including engineering, market research, and design professionals resulting in 9 new business ideas of over $50MM each and receiving several patents.• Led internal and external resources from market identification to prototypes to product development and leveraged the Stage Gate process.
  • Sc Johnson
    Senior Brand Manager
    Sc Johnson May 2000 - Jan 2004
    Racine, Wi, Us
    Experience managing highly-regulated Raid brand; launched new products; managed 4 direct reports; managed P&L to record share and top line sales• Developed the annual strategic and operating plans which led to 3 consecutive years of sales and share gains. • Led TV advertising that met hurdles for 6 separate spots and increased top line sales over budget by 13%.• Launched Raid Outdoor Ant & Roach product achieving a 4% share in segment in first 12 months. • Restaged product line and targeted in-store promotions. Resulting in share growth among all key segments in 12 months. • Redesigned secondary merchandising thus improving aesthetics, reducing cost by 10%, and optimizing store placement.• Drove share of Hispanic market up 4 points in 1 year by developing targeted Hispanic marketing plan. • Restaged Raid Max Roach & Ant formula and positioning, realizing cost savings of $700K in 1st year.
  • Hj Heinz
    Brand Manager
    Hj Heinz 1998 - 2000
    Chicago, Il, Us
    Managed the 9Lives cat food brand. Conducted brand strategy, pricing strategy, advertising, and SKU harmonization in Pet Food segment.
  • Frito Lay
    Associate Brand Manager
    Frito Lay 1994 - 1998
    Purchase, New York, Us
    Managed the launch of new Cheetos sku and led cost savings on canister snacks.
  • Frito Lay
    Sr. Research Analyst
    Frito Lay 1992 - 1994
    Purchase, New York, Us
    Quaker OatsCreated and analyzed market research for the flagship oatmeal business including qualitative, quantitative, and syndicated data.

Eric Minor Skills

Customer Insight Product Development Market Research Marketing Strategy Consumer Products Competitive Analysis Strategy Segmentation Marketing Research Cross Functional Team Leadership Fmcg Product Innovation Brand Management Shopper Marketing Management P&l Management Contract Negotiation Marketing Team Leadership Licensing Business Strategy Strategic Planning Digital Marketing Leadership

Eric Minor Education Details

  • The University Of Chicago Booth School Of Business
    The University Of Chicago Booth School Of Business
    Finance And Operations Management
  • University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    Electrical Engineering

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Eric Minor attended The University Of Chicago Booth School Of Business, University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

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