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Andrew Foster
Program Manager
San Diego,CA
Summary
A client-centric and data-driven leader with a proven track record in managing technical projects, product development, and customer-focused operations. Extensive experience in interdisciplinary collaboration ensures quality, compliance, innovation, and product performance. Adept at balancing technical requirements and customer needs throughout the design and production process, ensuring alignment with industry standards and business goals. Excels in implementing strategic and tactical marketing campaigns to drive engagement and sales. Solid history of success in boosting program operations efficiency, conversion rates, and performance, well-versed in online and traditional marketing approaches.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Marketing Manager – West Region
Heaven Hill Brands
San Diego
6 2021 - 2 2024
- Product & Event Development: Led the execution of all marketing projects in the western US region ranging in attendance from 50-120,000 people, ensuring seamless collaboration between internal teams and external clients to meet all technical and marketing requirements.
- Interdepartmental Leadership: Managed several diverse teams simultaneously across a wide territory.
- Data-Driven Strategy: Utilized data analytics captured from marketing initiatives to evaluate event outcomes and improve future marketing strategies.
- Strategic Partnerships: Enhanced brand awareness and sales through strategic partnerships to ensure program success throughout its lifecycle.
- Led development and implementation of company-level marketing plans to achieve revenue and brand exposure goals.
Experiential Operations Manager
Publicis Hawkeye
Atlanta
03.2017 - 06.2021
- Operational Efficiency & Compliance: Optimized operational processes and logistics for national campaigns, ensuring all activities complied with safety protocols and industry regulations.
- Product Development & Innovation: Led award-winning mobile marketing campaigns by integrating innovative activations and events with customer needs.
- Client Engagement & Risk Management: Maintained strong relationships with premium brands and oversaw risk management strategies, ensuring campaigns exceeded expectations.
- Elevated the overall quality and impact of events by staying current on industry trends and incorporating cutting-edge event production techniques.
- Enhanced event efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
Executive Producer
AFCO
Atlanta
09.2011 - 03.2017
- Maximized sponsorship opportunities through targeted outreach efforts and strategic partnership development initiatives.
- Supervised onsite personnel during live events, ensuring proper execution of responsibilities while maintaining positive work environments.
- Adapted quickly to unforeseen circumstances or changes in requirements while maintaining focus on achieving desired outcomes within given constraints.
- Delivered high-quality productions within tight deadlines, demonstrating strong project management skills.
- Collaborated with clients to develop tailored event concepts and ensured seamless execution for memorable experiences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC 05.2001 -
Skills
Product Development & Technical Project Management
Data Analysis & Process Optimization
Customer Relationship Management & Stakeholder Engagement
Multidisciplinary Team Leadership & Collaboration
Compliance with Standards (APQP, PPAP)
Prototype Development & Testing
Strategic Partnerships & Brand Growth
ROI Optimization & Budget Management
Brand standards
Marketing Analytics
Staff Management
Product Launches
Key Strengths
- Proven ability to lead and manage technical projects from concept to delivery, including collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with technical standards such as APQP and PPAP.
- Strong customer relationship management, ensuring technical solutions align with customer needs and quality standards.
- Adept at using data analytics for decision-making, ensuring that products meet both technical specifications and customer expectations.
Software
Timeline
Experiential Operations Manager
Publicis Hawkeye
03.2017 - 06.2021
Executive Producer
AFCO
09.2011 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
North Carolina State University
05.2001 -
Field Marketing Manager – West Region
Heaven Hill Brands
6 2021 - 2 2024