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Kelley Deal

Summary

Dynamic marketing leader with 25+ years of experience in the wine industry, recognized for building authentic brands and driving revenue through innovative, consumer-centric strategies. Currently Head of Marketing at SHARE A SPLASH wine co., leading end-to-end marketing across a diverse portfolio, including brand development, content creation, digital execution, and sales integration.

Expert in building wine brands from concept to launch, crafting compelling narratives tailored to both trade and consumer audiences. Proven success in aligning marketing with sales to strengthen brand equity, increase visibility, and drive top-line growth through integrated marketing and trade initiatives.

Known for adaptability in fast-paced environments and a consistent ability to meet and exceed business objectives.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing Director

SHARE A SPLASH wine co.
02.2012 - Current
  • Conceived and launched four wine brands, leading development from initial concept through market introduction and growth
  • Lead comprehensive, omnichannel marketing initiatives, integrating in-store programs with digital strategies to ensure a cohesive brand experience from shelf to screen
  • Execute targeted digital campaigns to strengthen online presence, improve customer engagement, and drive conversion across all channels
  • Collaborate closely with sales teams to enhance brand visibility and expand market reach, ensuring alignment between marketing efforts and sales objectives
  • Built strong relationships with industry professionals and influencers

Marketing Consultant

VinTank
03.2009 - 02.2012
  • Delivered strategic marketing consulting for a data warehousing and social media monitoring tool, enhancing client engagement
  • Engineered a weekly email newsletter and orchestrated promotional events to elevate brand presence
  • Crafted compelling press releases and facilitated partner outreach, significantly boosting brand visibility and engagement

National Account Executive

Wine Country Living Magazine
06.2001 - 06.2003
  • Managed advertising sales and print marketing for a luxury wine country lifestyle magazine, driving brand growth
  • Drove revenue growth by executing targeted campaigns and fostering strategic partnerships
  • Created impactful marketing materials and collaborated with clients to enhance brand exposure and drive customer engagement
  • Expanded national account base by identifying potential clients and executing targeted sales strategies
  • Streamlined internal processes related to account management, reducing administrative tasks while increasing team productivity

Senior Producer

Wine.com
03.1999 - 04.2001

Employee #4 | WineShopper.com (acquired by Wine.com)
Originally launched as a Kleiner Perkins–funded startup and early pioneer in DTC wine e-commerce

  • Played a key role in launching one of the first DTC wine e-commerce platforms
  • Negotiated vendor contracts while maintaining product and content quality across all initiatives
  • Enhanced customer conversion, loyalty, and retention by implementing innovative content and digital merchandising strategies
  • Managed cross-functional teams, ensuring consistent execution under tight deadlines
  • Edited all outbound content for accuracy, tone, and effectiveness prior to publishing or client delivery

Director of Marketing

Deloach Vineyards
01.1998 - 12.1998

Western U.S. Sales Manager

Deloach Vineyards
09.1993 - 01.1998

Education

BA -

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
01.1991

Skills

  • Brand development
  • Online marketing strategies
  • Content creation
  • Creative direction
  • Goal-oriented planning
  • Establishing strategic relationships
  • Strategic project planning
  • Media relations
  • Team leadership
  • Brand positioning
  • Promotional campaign management

Accomplishments

  • Created and launched multiple California wine brands, leading development from concept through go-to-market execution
  • Amplified brand visibility through integrated marketing campaigns, strategic partnerships, and trade collaborations
  • Launched direct-to-consumer (DTC) channel, including website development and design, while implementing retention strategies that boosted customer loyalty and increased lifetime value
  • Drove brand overperformance within competitive categories, surpassing sales targets and gaining market share through effective positioning and execution

Timeline

Marketing Director

SHARE A SPLASH wine co.
02.2012 - Current

Marketing Consultant

VinTank
03.2009 - 02.2012

National Account Executive

Wine Country Living Magazine
06.2001 - 06.2003

Senior Producer

Wine.com
03.1999 - 04.2001

Director of Marketing

Deloach Vineyards
01.1998 - 12.1998

Western U.S. Sales Manager

Deloach Vineyards
09.1993 - 01.1998

BA -

University of Minnesota