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Education
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Certification
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Zachary Hipes

Roswell,GA

Summary

Strategic marketing leader with 7+ years of experience driving revenue growth through full-funnel campaigns, digital infrastructure optimization, and cross-functional team leadership. Proven ability to scale marketing operations, launch into new markets, and align brand strategy with measurable business outcomes. Expert in lifecycle marketing, marketing automation, and performance media across home services, tech, and eCommerce sectors. Adept at transforming underperforming systems into scalable, data-driven engines that generate demand, increase retention, and improve ROI.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Marketing

The Roof Depot
05 2024 - Current

Privately held residential and commercial roofing company serving Southeast markets, including recent expansion into Houston and Tampa.

  • Drove market expansion and acquisition readiness by leading brand strategy, campaign execution, and performance tracking across four business units—supporting a successful acquisition and market entry into two new metro areas.
  • Unified fragmented marketing operations by consolidating multiple underperforming websites into a single high-converting WordPress platform, improving SEO visibility and boosting organic traffic across service areas.
  • Launched integrated digital campaigns across Google Ads, Meta, email, and display channels—generating consistent demand and improving marketing-sourced pipeline quality.
  • Deployed Salesforce Marketing Cloud to automate lead nurturing, align sales and marketing workflows, and improve conversion velocity through behavioral segmentation.
  • Built and led a high-performing marketing team, managing execution across creative, radio, trade shows, AI-triggered ad campaigns, and out-of-home to ensure brand consistency at every touchpoint.

Founder & Fractional Marketing Director

Hyped Web Designs
11 2022 - 04 2024

Full-service digital agency providing web development, branding, and performance marketing for growth-stage businesses across home services, eCommerce, and healthcare.

  • Founded and scaled a multi-industry marketing agency, leading strategy, creative, and execution for 30+ clients seeking accelerated lead generation and brand growth.
  • Developed high-converting WordPress websites using responsive UX frameworks, SEO-first architecture, and performance tracking integrations to improve client visibility and inbound pipeline.
  • Launched full-funnel campaigns across Google Ads, Meta, and email automation, leveraging A/B testing and real-time optimization to drive qualified traffic and improve ROAS.
  • Built and led a cross-functional team of designers, developers, and performance marketers to deliver results across multiple verticals with a focus on operational excellence and creative alignment.
  • Integrated analytics, CRM systems, and marketing automation tools (Google Analytics, Klaviyo, HubSpot) to enable clear attribution, performance reporting, and data-driven decision-making for clients.

Marketing Director – Seasonal Luxury Brand

SimplyLit | Atlanta Loves Christmas Lights, LLC.
01 2022 - 11 2022

Luxury seasonal lighting brand specializing in high-end holiday installations for residential and commercial clients across Metro Atlanta.

  • Led brand repositioning to attract high-value clients, refreshing visual identity, messaging, and content to align with premium service pricing and exclusivity.
  • Launched multi-channel digital campaigns (Google Ads, Meta, Klaviyo) targeting affluent zip codes and repeat clients, resulting in a significant increase in customer acquisition efficiency.
  • Developed and optimized lifecycle marketing flows, including email automations, cart recovery, and win-back campaigns that improved customer retention and repeat booking rates.
  • Used analytics tools to drive continuous optimization, leveraging GA4, Meta Ads Manager, and CRM insights to refine targeting, ad spend, and creative performance throughout the peak season.
  • Implemented segmentation and A/B testing strategies that increased open rates, improved CTR, and reduced CPL across multiple audiences.

Founder & DTC Marketing Strategist

Hyped Custom Apparel
04 2020 - 01 2022

Launched a profitable custom merchandise brand serving local organizations, national franchises, and marketing agencies with campaign-driven apparel and promotional products.

  • Built and scaled a direct-to-consumer and B2B product brand, overseeing everything from creative direction to digital marketing and operational workflows.
  • Led digital strategy across Meta Ads, Google Ads, and email automation, launching seasonal campaigns that drove consistent lead flow and high repeat-purchase volume.
  • Partnered with national franchises and regional businesses to align branded merchandise with corporate identity and customer engagement efforts.
  • Streamlined operations through inventory and order management systems, enabling scalable fulfillment and meeting campaign demand without sacrificing turnaround or quality.
  • Oversaw a cross-functional team across production, design, and marketing to deliver high-quality outcomes on tight timelines and maintain brand consistency across every customer touchpoint.

Client Marketing Strategy Lead – Lifecycle & Automation

Springbot
05 2019 - 04 2020

Served as lifecycle strategy lead for eCommerce clients, designing and executing multi-channel automation systems to increase customer retention, lifetime value, and ROI.

  • Owned end-to-end marketing automation strategy across email, SMS, and retargeting for 20+ Shopify, WordPress, and BigCommerce clients, improving conversion rates and reducing churn.
  • Built advanced lifecycle flows, including welcome sequences, cart abandonment, post-purchase, and win-back journeys tailored to behavioral segments and purchase history.
  • Used data insights to optimize flow timing, creative performance, and segmentation, resulting in higher engagement, stronger deliverability, and increased repeat purchase rates.
  • Advised on cross-channel integration between paid social, CRM, and email campaigns to ensure a consistent customer journey and maximize return across the full funnel.
  • Partnered directly with creative, development, and client success teams to align automation with brand voice, customer experience, and client revenue goals.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Political Science & Business Administration

Clemson University
05-2014

Skills

Core Competencies

  • Full-Funnel Marketing Strategy & Execution
  • Lifecycle Marketing (Email, SMS, Retention)
  • GTM Planning & Campaign Architecture
  • Brand Development & Messaging Strategy
  • Marketing Automation & Funnel Optimization
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership & Development
  • Marketing-Sales Alignment & Revenue Enablement
  • Customer Segmentation & Journey Mapping
  • Performance Measurement & Marketing Attribution
  • Executive Communication & Stakeholder Influence

Technical Expertise

  • Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Klaviyo, HubSpot
  • Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, Retargeting Platforms
  • Shopify, WordPress, BigCommerce
  • Google Analytics (GA4), CRM Workflow Builders
  • CMS Platforms, UX Optimization Tools, A/B Testing Suites

Accomplishments

Revenue Growth & Market Expansion:

  • Drove 2,900% increase in organic traffic and transformed an underperforming website into a high-performing lead engine through SEO architecture, UX overhaul, and site consolidation.
  • Launched regional expansion campaigns in Houston and Tampa, generating new-market visibility and driving 6-figure revenue growth across multiple brands.
  • Cut $240K in annual marketing spend by building internal systems, optimizing automation workflows, and eliminating low-ROI vendor contracts.

Brand Strategy & Leadership:

  • Led full rebrand of four business units, unifying messaging and visual identity across digital and offline channels to strengthen brand equity and customer trust.
  • Recognized as a nationally published, award-winning photographer and selected to film a TED Talk - demonstrating creative leadership and storytelling skills beyond marketing execution.
  • Built and led cross-functional marketing teams across agency and in-house roles, managing campaign strategy, team development, and execution across SEO, paid media, lifecycle, and creative.

Certification

  • Professional Certified Marketer (PCM) – American Marketing Association
  • Salesforce Marketing Cloud – Email Specialist Certification
  • Google Ads Certified – Search & Display

Community & Creative Leadership

  • Selected to film a TED Talk, showcasing visual storytelling and creative direction under high-profile production standards.
  • Nationally published and award-winning street photographer, recognized for narrative-based visual work across urban landscapes and social themes.
  • Mission-driven leadership through service, with active volunteer experience in Rotary Club, Habitat for Humanity, and international service projects with Students Helping Honduras.
  • Active member of local business and leadership networks, including PowerCore, BNI, and the North Fulton Chamber of Commerce.

Timeline

Director of Marketing

The Roof Depot
05 2024 - Current

Founder & Fractional Marketing Director

Hyped Web Designs
11 2022 - 04 2024

Marketing Director – Seasonal Luxury Brand

SimplyLit | Atlanta Loves Christmas Lights, LLC.
01 2022 - 11 2022

Founder & DTC Marketing Strategist

Hyped Custom Apparel
04 2020 - 01 2022

Client Marketing Strategy Lead – Lifecycle & Automation

Springbot
05 2019 - 04 2020

Bachelor of Science - Political Science & Business Administration

Clemson University
Zachary Hipes