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NICOLE DALE

Mercer Island,WA

Summary

Strategic, solutions-oriented project leader with extensive experience managing large-scale, cross-functional marketing programs. Skilled at driving operational excellence across the campaign lifecycle—from pre-sale development to post-sale execution. Known for turning strategy into action, aligning internal teams, and delivering client-ready results under pressure. Proven success leading complex initiatives, guiding teams, and delivering innovative, insight-led campaigns that drive revenue and deepen client trust.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Team Leader

Business Insider
08.2021 - Current
  • Own marketing strategy, proposal development, and management of post-sale execution for consulting, finance, healthcare and education categories
  • Drive go-to-market strategy, operational cadence and resource alignment.
  • Oversee editorial sponsorships, custom content programs, and media campaigns from pitch through delivery.
  • Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support campaign objectives in collaboration with management and stakeholders.
  • Oversee and mentor 4 direct reports, training new team members on precesses and tools,


Project Management Consultant

Various Clients
01.2017 - 01.2021

Clients included: The Week, Motherly, Hearst Autos, Women’s Choice Awards, Clean Plates

  • Led creative strategy and execution for digital and cross-platform marketing programs.
  • Produced branded content, sponsored series, and event-driven campaigns from scoping to wrap.
  • Assisted clients in identifying process improvements, contributing to increased operational efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Developed internal project management systems and communications to facilitate successful operations.
  • Organized and participated in meetings and workshops to foster shared project approach and track progress.

Integrated Marketing Director

Rodale, Bonnier, American Media
01.2008 - 01.2017


  • Developed integrated marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility across multiple platforms.
  • Collaborated with creative teams to produce compelling content aligning with campaign objectives.
  • Oversaw site builds, national events, and award-winning campaign executions.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution of marketing initiatives.
  • Managed relationships with external agencies and vendors, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality marketing materials.
  • Assisted in budget management, ensuring efficient allocation of resources for maximum impact.

Education

B.A. - Communications

Villanova University
01.1999

Skills

  • Strategic Campaign Management
  • Timeline & Milestone Ownership
  • Go-to-Market Planning & RFP Development
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership (Sales, Edit, Product, Creative)
  • First-Party Insights & Performance Storytelling
  • Editorial IP Development & Commercialization
  • Scalable Workflow Design & Optimization
  • Stakeholder Communication & Client Management
  • Project Tools: Airtable, Trello, Slack, Basecamp
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Leadership skills
  • Project management
  • Multi-tasking skills
  • Process improvement
  • Team management
  • Coaching and mentoring

Accomplishments

  • In 2025 delivered $12.1M+ in YTD revenue as Team Project Lead (72% of $17M annual goal), including record-setting performance in H1 (125% to goal).
  • Lead development of net-new, high-impact proposals for key verticals including finance, healthcare and consulting—delivering strategic go-to-market plans for key clients such as Deloitte, PwC, BCG, EY, Bank of America, American Express Capital One, United Healthcare, AbbVie, UCB, Cigna
  • Proactive pitch developments secured BI’s first $2M+ RFP opportunity with Deloitte and helped unlock first-time investments through differentiated, insight-driven programs.
  • Build proactive programs for top-tier clients using editorial IP and audience data to strengthen strategic relationships and deliver long-term pipeline growth.
  • Partner with editorial and Special Projects to create new IP including CXO Hive, Going for Growth, Climate Action 15, The Path to Wall Street, and Work Smarter Awards—used in multiple high-value RFPs.
  • Manage and mentor a team of 4, overseeing pod-wide execution while filling in for leadership roles during leave coverage.

Timeline

Project Team Leader

Business Insider
08.2021 - Current

Project Management Consultant

Various Clients
01.2017 - 01.2021

Integrated Marketing Director

Rodale, Bonnier, American Media
01.2008 - 01.2017

B.A. - Communications

Villanova University
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