Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Content Marketing Highlights
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Von Akers

Houston,TX

Summary

Creative marketing leader with a passion for building communities, growing brands, and telling stories that resonate. Results-driven, detail-obsessed, and always looking for the next big concept to bring to life — from local events to digital campaigns. Let’s build something unforgettable.

Professional with strong background in leadership and team management. Proven track record in driving results and ensuring team collaboration. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and adapting to dynamic environments. Known for reliability, effective communication, and delivering high-quality outcomes.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

NOLA Daiquiris
01.2021 - Current
  • Launched new menu concepts & community events, driving 25% sales growth in first quarter.
  • Built partnerships with local businesses to expand brand reach & loyalty.
  • Managed daily operations & trained staff on brand-focused service.

Assistant Manager

Nice Kicks
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Directed daily operations & merchandising strategies that increased foot traffic.
  • Collaborated with UT marketing team on a consumer psychology curriculum to improve sales.
  • Led visual campaigns to elevate in-store experience.

Support Manager

H&M
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Executed seasonal visual resets, aligning with global brand standards.
  • Trained teams on upselling & relationship-based customer service.
  • Helped open new stores from layouts to staff onboarding.

Education

B.S. - Interdisciplinary Studies

University of Houston – Downtown
01.2022

Diploma -

Cy-Fair High School
Houston, TX
01.2011

Skills

  • Content Strategy & Campaign Planning
  • Community Engagement & Networking
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere, Illustrator)
  • SEO & Data Analysis
  • Event Production & Brand Activations
  • Copywriting & Storytelling
  • Music & Entertainment Marketing
  • Customer Experience Optimization
  • Money handling
  • Team leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Customer service
  • Goals and performance
  • Sales reporting
  • Team building and development

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 10+ staff members.
  • Collaborated with University of Texas Business School in the development curriculum based on business strategies NICE KICKS.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved a 25% rise in income through effectively helping with event coordination and marketing schemes.
  • Achieved a 20% rise in foot traffic by introducing scheduled daily events ranging from Steak Nights to Sunday Funday.

Content Marketing Highlights

  • Produced art & music events across Texas, attracting 600+ attendees, blending entertainment with brand sponsorships.
  • Developed content & marketing campaigns for artists across LA, Milwaukee, Baton Rouge & Houston.
  • Designed brand visuals & digital assets with Adobe Creative Suite to match target audiences.
  • Managed social rollouts & calendars that consistently boosted engagement.
  • Built networks with artists, educators, & small businesses to grow community reach.

Timeline

Assistant Manager

NOLA Daiquiris
01.2021 - Current

Assistant Manager

Nice Kicks
01.2019 - 01.2020

Support Manager

H&M
01.2015 - 01.2018

Diploma -

Cy-Fair High School

B.S. - Interdisciplinary Studies

University of Houston – Downtown