Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Community Service
References
Timeline

KELLY COTTEN

Salisbury,NC

Summary

Dedicated sports marketing professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, Sponsor and Client Relations

KHI Management
12.2015 - Current

Partnership Management

  • Strengthened relationships with key partners through regular communication and collaboration on joint initiatives.
  • Improved partner satisfaction through prompt resolution of issues and concerns, fostering long-term relationships.
  • Leveraged existing partnerships to create cross-promotional opportunities, driving incremental revenue growth for both parties.

Client Management

  • Managed a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring optimal results by tailoring strategies to individual needs.
  • Implemented influencer partnerships to amplify brand message and drive conversions.
  • Built relationships with community partners, enhancing the Kevin Harvick Foundation's visibility and impact.

Social and Digital Management

  • Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring a consistent brand voice and message.
  • Coordinated live event coverage across multiple platforms, driving real-time engagement from target audiences at key moments throughout events.
  • Cultivated a loyal following on social media platforms through consistent posting schedules and authentic community engagement strategies.
  • Managed vendor relationships to ensure efficient execution of outsourced projects while maintaining high-quality deliverables within budget constraints.
  • Developed and implemented successful digital marketing campaigns to drive customer engagement and increase brand awareness.

Marketing Manager

JR Motorsports
12.2010 - 12.2015
  • Effectively managed requirements of multiple sponsorships simultaneously with an overall team investment of over $8M
  • Retained over 85% of all client's business year over year
  • Facilitated successful productions, appearances, and on-site hospitality in managing PSA assets for over 14 clients
  • Implementation of partner initiatives across all platforms within the JRM infrastructure
  • Preparation and distribution of weekly schedule of media, sponsor, and competition obligations for streamlined communication within organization.

Account Coordinator

The Marketing Arm
04.2010 - 12.2010
  • Ticket Management for Tylenol's NASCAR program
  • Event planning and execution for Lowe's Commercial Business events and grand openings
  • Redesigned communication protocol for Lowe's contracted vendors
  • Developed plans for new stores to interact within their community.

Sponsorship Coordinator

Evernham Motorsports
01.2007 - 03.2009
  • Maintained and prepared all materials for sponsorship development
  • Assisted in the acquisition of over $15M in new business
  • Planned and executed events for new and existing partners.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sports Business

University of Georgia, Athens, GA
01.2004

Associate of Applied Science - Business

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College, Tifton, GA
05.2002

Skills

  • Creative problem solving
  • Client relationship and retention
  • Building collaborative relationships
  • Strategic Planning
  • Campaign Management
  • Community Engagement

Community Service

  • Hearts 2 Honduras, Mission Trips, 08/01/2014, 01/01/2015, House leader, committed to raise $5K to build home in a village of El Progreso, Honduras., Education sponsor, assisted in clothing drive, and physically helped construct a children's community center
  • English Bulldog Rescue of Georgia, Volunteer, Transport and foster

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Director, Sponsor and Client Relations - KHI Management
12.2015 - Current
Marketing Manager - JR Motorsports
12.2010 - 12.2015
Account Coordinator - The Marketing Arm
04.2010 - 12.2010
Sponsorship Coordinator - Evernham Motorsports
01.2007 - 03.2009
University of Georgia - Bachelor of Science, Sports Business
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College - Associate of Applied Science, Business
KELLY COTTEN