Aaron J. Linde
Strategic thinker, Problem Solver
Seattle,WA
Summary
Aaron Linde is an accomplished industry veteran with a divers skillset and accomplishments.
Experience breakdown
- Aaron brings over 20 years of experience as a Community Manager, having worked with and managed communities ranging from 500 to 270k members. As an expert in Discord and community social media, he constantly seeks unique solutions to ensure the success of the business.
- In the event scene, Aaron's journey spans two decades, starting as a panel moderator and progressing to become the Head of Creators, overseeing tabletop and attendee activations at DreamHack ESL. His expertise lies in growing large communities and spearheading program development from conception to successful execution. As a Senior Events Operations Manager, he thrives in the event space, delivering exceptional experiences.
- With 8 years of experience in social media and marketing, Aaron remains at the forefront of trends and content creation. He has a remarkable ability to shape projects and deliver top-notch products, always keeping the brand's message in focus.
- Aaron's passion lies in working with creators of all sizes, cultivating fruitful partnerships to drive brand growth. With over 10 years of experience in influencer marketing, he has successfully run campaigns worldwide, helping brands effectively collaborate with influencers for global campaigns.
- From designing and executing stages, streaming stations, podcasts setups, and live shows, Aaron has been involved in various projects for over 10 years. He excels at pushing boundaries within limited budgets and consistently fine-tunes every experience to ensure excellence.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director Of Community and Influencers
TGS Esports
Seattle, WA
10.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with community members to develop and implement service initiatives.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Spearheaded fundraising efforts to support social and community service initiatives.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Coordinated with community stakeholders for successful implementation of social and community service initiatives.
- Analyzed trends and data to inform decision-making and program development.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff.
Director of events
MoonRock Agency
Seattle, WA
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Led event conceptualization, planning, and execution, managing teams and ensuring seamless operations. Your role involved coordinating with vendors, sponsors, and clients to guarantee
successful event outcomes.
Senior Product Marketing Manager
DreamHack ESL
Seattle, WA
01.2017 - 08.2022
- Communicated value and position to sales team and developed tools to support selling process.
- Planned new product external launch and release while managing cross-functional implementation of plan.
- Assessed new product specifications to meet client needs.
- Possessed expert knowledge of competitive and third party products and translated knowledge into business strategy.
- Coordinated with creative team to generate dynamic marketing content and communication tools for promotional campaigns.
- Created innovative strategies to drive customer engagement.
Owner/Operator
Next Level Consulting
Seattle, WA
01.2004 - Current
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Oversaw preparation and management of event budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.
- Developed and executed marketing programs and general business solutions resulting in increased company exposure, customer traffic and elevated sales numbers.
- Developed technical and non-technical marketing presentations, public relations campaigns, articles, and newsletters.
- Streamlined operations by communicating efficiently with clients, keeping meticulous records, budget management, and internal collaboration.
- Planned and executed promotional activities to drive community engagement and increase occupancy numbers.
Director of Procurement
Parallels
Seattle, WA
06.2014 - 01.2017
- Led sourcing process for new vendors to get quality products and services and mitigate risk.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Utilized market intelligence to identify opportunities for savings and cost reduction.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Analyzed market conditions to make informed decisions on pricing and purchasing strategies.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.
Community manager
ExtraLife, Intel Lanfest, Lightingstrike
Seattle, WA
01.2010 - 12.2018
- Managed community within established cost constraints.
- Worked with maintenance staff to complete timely repairs and enhancements.
- Handled all tenant logistics and leases and effectively scheduled appointments, showings, move-ins and move-outs.
- Streamlined operations by communicating efficiently with clients, keeping meticulous records, budget management, and internal collaboration.
- Planned and executed promotional activities to drive community engagement and increase occupancy numbers.
Senior Area Sales Manager
Zones Inc
Seattle, WA
01.2009 - 07.2014
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Diablo Valley College
Concord, CA 09.2000 - 06.2004
Skills
Partnerships DevelopmentCampaigns executionNavigate trendsInnovate strategiesData AnalaysisKPI DrivenGrowth MindedInfluencer EngagementSocial Media educatorMarketing StratigiesStrategic PlanningCommunicationLeadership & CollaborationRelationship BuildingStakeholder EngagementEvent SupportProject ManagementProcess/Tool DevelopmentVideo Content PlatformsMentorTeam PlayerArticles
Go-to-Market Plans
Value Propositions
Pricing strategy
Product promotion
Brand awareness
ROI Calculations
Social media marketing
Integrated marketing technique
Product development lifecycle
Marketing and advertising
Sales negotiation
Operations oversight
Financial analysis
Relationship Management
Staffing
Documentation and reporting
DOT compliance
Mechanical recoveries
Accomplishments
- Managed production of DreamHack Beyond from concept creation to launch.
- Supervised team of 70 staff members.
- Tripled business from 1.0M to 1.9M in 1 years by effectively managing new product and program introduction
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
The best way out is always through.
Robert Frost
Timeline
Director Of Community and Influencers
TGS Esports
10.2022 - Current
Director of events
MoonRock Agency
09.2022 - 07.2023
Senior Product Marketing Manager
DreamHack ESL
01.2017 - 08.2022
Director of Procurement
Parallels
06.2014 - 01.2017
Community manager
ExtraLife, Intel Lanfest, Lightingstrike
01.2010 - 12.2018
Senior Area Sales Manager
Zones Inc
01.2009 - 07.2014
Owner/Operator
Next Level Consulting
01.2004 - Current
High School Diploma -
Diablo Valley College
09.2000 - 06.2004