Sam Bendall Email & Phone Number

Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

San Antonio, Texas Metropolitan Area

Austin, Texas, United States

- Implement processes and procedures to drive sales, brand awareness, and expand customer growth across six dealerships in Central Texas, resulting in YOY increase in sales.- Elevated digital marketing channel success resulting in a 400% increase in social traffic; an average 43% open rate and 4% CTR on all email campaigns; an 6:1 ROAS on Facebook advertising campaigns; and 4:1 ROAS on Google Display advertising. - Build and maintain sponsorship deals with athletes and strategic influencers to build brand reputation and publicity.- Identify target markets, and emerging trends, and develop psychographic profiles for digital advertising efforts.- Manage a team of six direct reports, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure the successful execution of marketing plans.- Managed three agencies in creative and product development, resulting in optimized user experience and qualified lead generation. - Planned and executed events resulting in 5% increase in foot traffic YOY.- Partner with major OEM and national distributors to create co-branded tent poles to maximize exposure and sales. - Negotiated advertising contracts and partnerships, ensuring favorable terms and maximizing the dealership's ROI.

Greater Los Angeles Area

- Increased participation in the ride by 66% and increased fundraising by 49%- Executed the event at zero-cost to the organization by spearheading fundraising of $250K in Los Angeles- Implemented a minimum donation structure to increase overall fundraising, resulting in +220% YOY fundraising

Santa Monica, California, United States

The Reserve Tank podcast is a consumer-focused motorcycle podcast for riders by riders. The Reserve Tank touches on topics that are beneficial to new and experienced motorcyclists. I serve as the host and as executive producer for the podcast.

Santa Monica, California, United States

Santa Monica, California, United States

- Oversee digital content storytelling strategy and influencer partnerships integrating growth marketing initiatives across social and CRM. - Partner with marketing and sales leadership to build out campaigns expanding awareness and solidifying brand identity.- Lead production of multiple YouTube and podcast series resulting in 2000% growth.- Increased engagement 450% YOY across key social platforms with quality production and optimized cadence to capitalize on emerging trends.

The mission of the California Motorcyclist Safety Program (CMSP) is to reduce crashes, injuries and fatalities through comprehensive educational and behavior-modification modalities.We foster student learning through state-of-the-art, evidence-based curricula, which are rider-focused and value the student/educator relationship. We are committed to creating and maintaining an orderly, compassionate and encouraging atmosphere. All aspects of the training are optimized to accommodate individual learning styles and to promote a culture of safe riding.The CMSP is dedicated to working with the community in developing safe, responsible, and courteous motorcyclists by nurturing in each of our students the skills, judgment and attitudes associated with a successful life-long riding career. I present in the classroom and teach practical on-motorcycle instruction at various sites throughout California. My primary sites are Westside Motorcycle Academy (Inglewood and Long Beach, CA), Cerritos College (Cerritos, CA), AMO (Pasadena, CA), Two Wheel Saftey Training (Santa Clara and Newark, CA), Bay Area Motorcycle Training (Alameda, CA), Pacific Motorcycle Training (San Jose, CA)

Los Angeles, California, United States

- Lead Editor for The Drive who oversaw and produced key industry features across automotive and powersports verticals. - Executed all key aspects of The Drive multimedia content creation including copywriting, photography, photo editing, videography and post-production. - Hosted video features on The Drive TV highlighting major automotive and motorsport trends and reviews.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Professional photographer specializing in portraiture, lifestyle, architectural, automotive and motorcycle lifestyle photography. Adept at working with commercial and small business clients; planning and executing photo shoot logistics; photo editing; archiving and managing digital assets for promotional and commercial use; firm understanding of licensing IP rights; and delivering content on tight deadlines. Client, Brand, and Publication AssociationsA'QUA Swim LARev'itVelomacchi BikeEXIFTriumph Motorcycles AmericaDeus Ex Machina AGV HelmetsCardo Systems Cycle WorldCycle NewsThe DrivePipeburnAlpinestars

Woodland Hills, Ca

- Led account direction and strategy for AMA Pro Flat Track, Infiniti, Airstream, and the LA Auto Show.- Organized placements across print, online, and broadcast outlets highlighting brand innovation, thought leadership and product launches. - Secured 1 billion media impressions for Infiniti on the new QX30 Active Crossover debut at the LA Auto Show.- Drafted and edited numerous press releases, executive briefing books, and executive schedules on behalf of high profile clients.

Atlanta, Ga

- Managed and facilitated all public relations and athlete partnerships for Triumph Motorcycles America within the United States- Increased brand equity while crafting corporate brand messaging across multiple sectors and campaigns- Developed and implemented content-driven MARCOM campaigns to boost awareness for heritage and innovation- Exceeded 2 billion earned media impressions across campaigns through traditional, digital and broadcast media

Los Angeles, Ca

- Duties included coordinating and supporting account managers with collateral production, conducting research, assisting on ongoing campaigns, drafting/editing press materials, client administration, managing databases etc.

Greater Los Angeles Area

- Duties included coordinating and supporting account managers with collateral production, conducting research, assisting on ongoing campaigns, drafting/editing press materials, client administration, managing databases etc.

Ba, Communication Studies And Photojournalism

Activities and Societies: Contributing Photographer for the Daily Sundial, Member of the Communications Association Graduated summ cum.

Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (Emt Paramedic)

Associate Of Arts (Aa), Photography