Jason Budden Email & Phone Number

Washington, DC, US

Frederick, MD, US

As the COO & CPO with Go Ape Zipline & Adventure Parks, I collaborate with various departments across the organization with the goal of increasing efficiency, driving revenue, launching new sites/activities, identifying strategic partnerships, and enhancing guest experiences. Efforts have resulted in record numbers for guest visitation, revenue, yield.

Frederick, MD, US

• Managed all revenue generating aspects of the business.
• Executed a strategic plan to increase revenue through various key initiatives including the acquisition of new guests and improvement of repeat visitation.
• Created, organized, and executed the go-to-market plan for a highly successful membership and frequent flyer program.
• Developed and activated key industry partnerships that led to greater co-branded marketing opportunities.
• Digitized the participant information collection process, thus increasing guest data acquisition by 250%.
• Coordinated key marketing campaigns to drive awareness, increase web traffic, and boost social engagement.

Columbia, MD, US

• As the SVP of Marketing & Brand at Factory Athletics, I managed all marketing and sponsorship efforts. Factory Athletics works with over 50,000 athletes every year across various sports and hundreds of events. Some key.
• Introduced Factory Athletics to athletes nationwide through a concise brand story.
• Cultivated relationships with and managed the acquisition of corporate sponsors and key partners including DICK'S Sporting Goods, Gatorade, Under Armour, Easton, Little League International and various other global.
• Led development of the Under Armour All-America Baseball Game, the nation’s premier high school baseball all-star game held annually at Wrigley Field (2008 – 2017).
• Coordinated the transition from Baseball Factory to Factory Athletics, including the launch of each individual brand (Softball Factory, Volleyball Factory, Football Factory, Lacrosse Factory and more).Member of the.

Columbia, MD, US

• Led acquisition and management of key sponsors and partners.
• Managed grassroots event marketing and activation to successfully engage the organization's target audience.
• Developed the vision behind all marketing and creative strategy.
• Created an efficient internal structure to drive cross-departmental communication.
• Spearheaded organizational growth through daily corporate operations.

Columbia, MD, US

• Developed vision behind company collateral materials including brochures, fliers and other promotional pieces.
• Managed the development of the Baseball Factory web site.
• Managed direct mail campaigns to players and coaches.
• Executed strategic event marketing and operations plan.

Columbia, MD, US

• Led marketing efforts to increase player participation and company revenue.
• Managed marketing department budget to meet organizational goals.
• Executed market research strategy including surveys and focus groups.
• Allocated, managed, and executed annual marketing budget.

Columbia, MD, US

• Assistant Director of On-Field Sessions (6/1/01 – 12/31/01)
• Traveled to more than 25 ballparks across the country and coordinated showcases consisting of 15 employees and 100 clients.
• Organized scouting, video, administrative, and baseball responsibilities at showcases.
• Instructed players on proper baseball techniques.
• Directed seminars on the college recruiting process and scholarship opportunities at showcases.Assistant Director of Sales & Marketing (6/1/99 – 5/31/01)
• Motivated sales staff of ten employees.

Columbia, MD, US