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Athena Foltz

Washington,DC

Summary

Dynamic Senior Account Manager at Axios, with a proven track record in integrated campaign execution and client relationship management. Expert in driving brand awareness through innovative digital strategies and event sponsorships. Passionate about delivering exceptional results while fostering collaboration and proactive project management.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Account Manager

Axios
Washington, DC
01.2022 - Current
  • Lead strategic planning and execution for integrated campaigns spanning branded content, newsletters, and events
  • Managed multi-platform programs for Fortune 500 brands and first-time media spenders
  • Collaborated with events, studio, and ad ops teams to align internal execution with client expectations
  • Created competitive decks and campaign strategies for healthcare, tech, and advocacy verticals
  • Supported high-touch clients with clarity, diplomacy, and proactive project management

Account Executive

Washington City Paper
Washington, DC
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Managed 200+ accounts across newsletter, digital, and event advertising
  • Led newsletter sponsorship sales and launched new revenue streams via social media sponsored content
  • Created brand awareness opportunities through partnerships with local orgs (e.g., Smithsonian LUCE Foundation)
  • Expanded print-first clients into digital and multi-platform campaigns

Senior Sales Associate

Grillworks
Washington, DC
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Supported brand exposure through presence at culinary festivals and Michelin-starred restaurant partnerships
  • Created referral network platform to connect potential buyers with in-person demo opportunities

General Manager

The Dabney
Washington, DC
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Launched operations for award-winning restaurant (Michelin Star, James Beard Award, Bon Appétit feature)
  • Oversaw service design, hiring, training, and daily operations to deliver exceptional guest experiences

Education

B.S. - Hospitality and Tourism Management

University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC

Vocal Coaching

Speaking For Today
New York, NY
01-2023

Skills

  • Integrated campaign execution
  • Client relationship management
  • Digital and print media strategy
  • Event sponsorships
  • Sales enablement
  • Editorial partnerships
  • Hospitality operations
  • CRM tools (Salesforce, Boostr)
  • Project management software (Wrike)
  • Team collaboration (Slack)
  • Email marketing (SailThru)
  • Office productivity (Google Workspace, Microsoft Office)

Community Service

  • SOME (So Others May Eat)
  • World Central Kitchen
  • Pathforward DC
  • Fuel the People
  • WWOOF France

Timeline

Senior Account Manager

Axios
01.2022 - Current

Account Executive

Washington City Paper
01.2020 - 01.2022

Senior Sales Associate

Grillworks
01.2017 - 01.2020

General Manager

The Dabney
01.2015 - 01.2016

B.S. - Hospitality and Tourism Management

University of South Carolina

Vocal Coaching

Speaking For Today

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