Christina Zolotova Email & Phone Number

Santa Monica, Ca, Us

Dublin 4, County Dublin, Ie

Lead event partnerships and sponsorships for Mark Anthony Ventures (U.S. commercialization of new to world/test brands). Current focus portfolio includes Olé Mocktails + Tequila RTD, Dillon’s Gin RTD & Small Batch Distilleries, and 2Hoots Hard Tea.Markets include: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, IL, LA, MA, MD, MI, NJ, NH, NY, NV, TX + more

- Build strategy behind, produce, and execute experiential marketing campaigns including mobile tours, fly-in/fly-out programs, and in-market activations at large live events and pop-ups across the U.S. and abroad for agencies including G7, GPJ, Pierce/Omnicom, Jack Morton, OBEX, Revolution, USMP/TMA, Brand Connections, Mosaic and others. - Recruit and lead product specialist teams and present at trade shows for agencies such as CMT, Productions Plus, Gail & Rice, FTGU and over 30 others.- Specialize in high-tech, automotive, music festivals, gaming, extreme sports, and natural products. Some past and present clients include:Tech: Qualcomm, Bose, LG, Samsung, Olloclip, Blackberry, Jabra, AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Virgin Mobile, Cricket/ Muve Music, iHeart Radio, Polaroid, Barracuda Networks, Sirius XM, San Disk, Internet Explorer, Thrillist.comGaming: Nintendo, SONY/PlayStation, XBoxAutomotive/Motorsports: Ferrari, Honda, Hyundai, Lincoln, Mercedes-Benz, Mitsubishi, Toyota, Chevrolet, Volkswagen, Ford, Dodge, GMC, Ducati, NAPA, UTI/MMI, Copart, Kumho Tires, BP, Chevron Consumer Products: Plunge, Ben & Jerry's, Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day, H&M, Giorgio Armani, BIC, Weleda, Nature's Gate, Hawaiian Tropic, Frederic Fekkai, Biore, Maybelline, Johnson & Johnson, PUMA, BEBE, Crocs, Freshaire Paint, Tabasco, Camp Vegas, Taco Bell, Stan Lee Comics, Wolf Appliances/SubzeroChildren-related: Fisher Price, Dora The Explorer, Nickelodeon Finance and Real Estate: American Express, Capital One, JET PropertiesBeverage: Tassimo, Naked Juice, Yakult, BRITA, Starbucks Spirits/ Beer: Mark Anthony Brands, Sazerac, Diageo, Campari Group, Russian Standard, Bacardi, White Rock Distilleries, Miller/Coors, Anheuser-Busch InBev, HeinekenTV Network: Showtime, TBS, HBO, Comedy Central, Nickelodeon, WEMedical: Alcon, Acorda Therapeutics, Vindico Medical/Vivus Insurance: State Farm, Progressive, Allstate Military: Air National Guard, U.S. Army

Tour, Market, and Field Manager:-Increase brand awareness using traditional and non-traditional experiential marketing methods. -Manage on-site event production from start to finish to the exact specifications of the client/agency, utilizing various local and national vendors. Responsible for coordinating logistics of all event materials and structures during multi-event U.S./Canada activations. -Recruit, interview, hire, train, and manage teams of up to 50 staff, including Brand Ambassadors, Event Hosts, Product Specialists, Promotional Models, set up crews, and PAs.-Operational troubleshooting of promotional elements (including AV/tech) -On-the-spot executive decision making while carefully and diplomatically taking into account interests of multiple involved parties. -Set and follow strict budgets and manage expenses, submitting timely reports to clients. Book all air, ground transport, and lodging for our teams, ranging from non-traditional (AirBnB, VRBO, etc.) to 5 star resorts. -Function as a liaison for the client, the marketing agency, and the venues. Complete timely daily, weekly, and monthly event documentation and ROI reports both directly to the client and to the agencies, also including CRM syncs and social media content creation/analytics. -Manage and maintain all assets: inventory of wrapped vehicles, product, tech (laptops, iPads/tablets, mobile phones, scanners, lead collection devices, monitors, TVs, projectors, etc.), branded elements, uniforms, and premiums.-Scouting and booking/permitting event venues throughout the U.S., including strategic logistical routing of locations with the most impressions and/or focused interactions in large and small markets.-Manage security, maintenance, and logistics of $5mill+ in vehicles on site. -Routinely drive branded vehicles, including premium models and extra-tall large custom builds across the U.S. and through busy metros such as Los Angeles, D.C., San Francisco, New York, Miami, and Chicago.

Nashville, Tn, Us

Client relations, experiential strategy, sponsorships/partnerships, event production, asset fabrication, and cross functional team leadership for mature and new accounts. Primarily focused on clients in CPG, including regulated industries. Key accounts include Kellogg’s (Pringles), Mark Anthony Brands (White Claw, Ventures/Innovation Brands), Sazerac (Fireball, Tuaca), and Wella (Clairol).

Maranello, Mo, It

Manage all aspects of marketing for one of the largest Ferrari dealerships in the world, including events, partnerships, PR, digital, social, CRM, and VIP client care.Highlights include:- Piazza GranTurismo (200+ exotics & vintages monthly gathering) featured as "2016 Event of the Year" at the Ferrari International Dealer Conference - Ferrari Rossa Awards North American Nominee for International Marketing Manager of the Year for 2017- Successfully expanding active dealer territory into affluent communities of Conejo Valley, Malibu, and Santa Barbara County in less than a year via database mining, partnership building, and community outreachResponsibilities include:- Develop and execute strategy for local and regional events, product placements, and PR opportunities within budget, strict corporate guidelines, and dealer group direction- Grow and manage partnerships, including identifying and executing opportunities for co-branding and ongoing long-term event sponsorships- Social media strategy and content creation across all major platforms- Act as part of the Sales team to guide prospects and clients through the sales process, including Top Global and VIPs- Lead other Mattioli Automotive Group locations' Marketing, Sales, and Parts on group-based projects, including nationwide events such as Pebble Beach Car Week, Ferrari Challenge Weekends, and Finali Mondiali as well as major local events, such as Concorso Ferrari in Pasadena- Support Ferrari Corporate (North America and Italy) on activities and projects within territory of responsibility, including Corso Pilota racing & driving schools, Esperienzas, Corso Clienti, Tailor Made, Factory Tours, and annual events such as new model unveilings and Pebble Beach Car Week- Manage all prospects and existing clients within dual CRM system and Ferrari client cycle management portal, ensuring KPIs are always exceeded- SEM, including SEO/SERM/PPC (including Google AdWords and Instagram/Facebook/Canvas ads)

Maranello, Mo, It

Ferrari Academy Manager- Take ownership of facilitating Ferrari Academy: sales and client relations-focused training programs across North American Ferrari dealer network on behalf of senior management-level employees at Ferrari North America- Work directly with Ferrari North America sales executives and a trainer/facilitator from Ferrari S.p.A. to execute experiential-focused training programs at five-star resorts across the U.S. for dealer position segments ranging from the Dealer Principal to the Receptionist- Role required planning and onsite management of training programs along with arranging exquisite dinner events for the dealer attendees and visiting Ferrari executives in multiple markets- Required 80-100% travel throughout the U.S., including coordinating all travel plans within budgetsFerrari Esperienza Manager - Recruited into the core team responsible for the launch of the new Ferrari California T model in the U.S. and Canada markets as the manager for both dealer and client-side events for the new Ferrari California T Esperienza North American Tour, subsequently also executing Ferrari FF Winter Drive Events in Vail and Aspen, as well as Pebble Beach California T, FF, and 488GTB Esperienzas- U.S. and Canada Esperienza Manager for all Tier 1 and some Tier 2 dealer events- Client-facing (including Global Top) role that required utmost discretion and consistent collaboration with Ferrari North America and S.p.A. executives while maintaining 80-100% travel- Assist with recruiting, then train and manage a traveling team and local hires for 3rd party vendors, including all logistical/rentals, pro drivers, hostesses, videographers, catering, AV, etc.

Glendale, California, Us

- Project Runway- The Bad Girls Club - The Dudesons in America- Amazing Race

Schindellegi, Schwyz, Ch

Internship in Marketing/ Logistics at Kuehne + Nagel Expo​​, International Trade Show Division. Prepared and presented business proposals, written and verbal, to new and existing clients for 3PL transport of various trade show- and exposition- related goods to international venues including these in Germany, China, India, and Italy. Using consultative sales style, negotiated and closed deals and ensured transport through customs and to the final destination via air, sea, and land. Key Account: Fender Musical Instruments.