Christopher Durig
McMinnville,OR
Summary
Highly accomplished leader with 15 years of hospitality & marketing excellence, specializing in large-scale regional events. Proven track record of successfully planning, executing, and managing high-profile marketing initiatives within large organizations. Adept at driving business growth, fostering team development, and enhancing customer satisfaction through strategic marketing campaigns. Skilled in leveraging industry trends and best practices to optimize online presence and engagement, resulting in increased brand visibility and revenue generation. Seeking an opportunity to contribute my extensive experience and expertise to a dynamic and forward-thinking team focused on delivering exceptional experiences.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Director Sales and Marketing
Highrise Development Group, LLC
Portland, United States
01.2017 - Current
- Spearhead international business development efforts by establishing and managing satellite offices in the Philippines, fostering a network of freelancers to enhance global operations
- Drive brand management initiatives, ensuring consistent messaging and visual identity across all platforms
- Provide expert social media consulting, leveraging industry trends and best practices to optimize online presence and engagement
- Mentor and coach team members, fostering professional growth and enhancing overall performance
- Ensure customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and promptly addressing any concerns or issues
- Develop and implement effective marketing strategies to drive business growth and increase market share
- Offer creative services, including content creation and copywriting, to support clients' marketing and communication needs
- Contribute to tactical planning, collaborating with cross-functional teams to align business objectives and achieve desired outcomes.
Managing Member /Director of Brand Marketing
SAPF, LLC DBA Mac Daddy Donuts
McMinnville, United States
01.2006 - Current
- Lead and oversee Sweet Apple Pie Fries, LLC, managing Mac Daddy Donuts and 8 inner connected catering brands
- Coordinate food services for high-profile events like St
- Paul Rodeo, Portland Rose Festival, and Oregon State Fair
- Developed and promoted "Sweet Apple Pie Fries," gaining national recognition on Food Network and Cooking Channel
- Manage a diverse team, ensuring smooth operations and exceeding customer expectations
- Implement strategic marketing initiatives, leveraging social media and local partnerships for brand growth
- Cultivate strong relationships with event organizers, vendors, and suppliers for seamless collaboration
- Streamline operational processes, optimizing efficiency and generating cost savings
- Conduct regular performance evaluations, fostering team members' professional growth
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining a clean work environment.
Chief Executive Officer
Bigfoot Digital
Columbus, United States
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Founded and built Bigfoot Digital, a highly successful digital marketing agency, from the ground up, demonstrating strong leadership skills and effective management strategies
- Led an original team of 3 individuals and scaled the agency to 60 strategists serving over 5000 clients, showcasing vision and goal setting abilities
- Collaborated with Facebook upon their inception of the Open Graph to leverage Social Media to small businesses, resulting in innovative marketing strategies and effective communication and collaboration with industry leaders
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills in managing all aspects of the agency, including client acquisition, bottom- line growth, marketing automation, product strategy & development, search engine optimization, and social media advertising
- Successfully executed multiple integrations with Salesforce, ensuring seamless updates and efficient CRM platform management, showcasing adaptability and flexibility
- Garnered industry recognition and facilitated the acquisition of Bigfoot Digital in 2015, primarily due to the innovative technology components developed under my leadership
- Implemented effective talent management strategies, including hiring the right talent and providing growth opportunities, resulting in scaling the team from 3 to 60 in the course of a year
- Fostered a positive work culture by promoting open communication, recognizing and celebrating achievements, and providing mentorship and development opportunities, resulting in a cohesive and engaged team with a second to none culture.
Corporate Trainer
Netbiz
Tualatin, United States
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Managed a team of 5 training coordinators and oversaw 5 office locations, ensuring seamless operations and optimal employee performance
- Spearheaded training and mentoring initiatives, resulting in a remarkable client acquisition growth from 15,000 to000 new accounts
- Collaborated directly with Google to develop a comprehensive training program
- Leveraged expertise in marketing and client acquisition to drive business expansion
- Started own company specializing in Facebook marketing
- Utilized public and motivational speaking skills to deliver engaging and inspiring presentations to clients and employees.
Skills
- Effectively managed a team of 5 training coordinators that supported 5 office locations and 300 employees
- Training: Developed and implemented a comprehensive training program in collaboration with Google
- Marketing: Leveraged expertise in marketing and client acquisition to drive business expansion
- Communication: Strong communication skills to effectively train employees, collaborate with Google, and deliver
- Engaging presentations
- Organizational: Ensured seamless operations and optimal employee performance through effective organization
- Strategic Thinking: Identified new opportunities and drove business growth through strategic marketing initiatives
- Strategic Marketing Brand Management Business Development Sales Cycle Strategy Market Analysis
- Digital Marketing Marketing Analytics Thought Leadership Team Building
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Product Strategy & Development Profit Turnaround
- -Organizational Growth
- -Sales Coaching Public Speaking
- -Digital marketing proficiency
- -Marketing proficiency
- -Nonprofit marketing
- -Board of directors support
- -Cultural Awareness
Quote
Do not go where the path may lead, go where there is no path and leave a trail.
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Timeline
Director Sales and Marketing
Highrise Development Group, LLC
01.2017 - Current
Chief Executive Officer
Bigfoot Digital
01.2011 - 01.2015
Corporate Trainer
Netbiz
01.2008 - 01.2011
Managing Member /Director of Brand Marketing
SAPF, LLC DBA Mac Daddy Donuts
01.2006 - Current