Kara Zacconi

Kara Zacconi

Brand Strategy & Marketing Director | Team & Partnership Management, Sales Execution & Omni Channel Marketing

15 yrs experience · New York, NY · <10 hrs/week

About

I bring extensive hands-on experience in managing direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales teams and programs, with a proven track record in brand planning and comprehensive product launches. My approach is strategically driven, emphasizing Trade, Partnership, Digital, and Social strategies. - Over 15 years of experience in the vibrant New York City hospitality industry - Expertise in strategy development and brand planning, integrated marketing initiatives - Skilled in community engagement and content creation, including moderation - Proficient in national experiential production - Strong team management capabilities - Experienced in national retail programming - Passionate about tackling challenges and finding effective solutions - Enthusiastically focused on RFP processes and optimization My diverse skill set enables me to thrive in dynamic environments, driving impactful results and fostering growth.

Skills

ActingAdvertisingBrand DevelopmentBrand StrategyBrandingDancingEvent ManagementMarketing StrategySales ManagementSocial Media CommunicationsTeam Management

Experience

  • Global Marketing Director - Start Up · Chrome Horse Tequila02-01-2024 – 09-01-2024

    As a Global Marketing Director, responsible for developing and executing marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and drive growth.

  • Brand Strategy & Creative Freelance Consultant · Self-employed10-01-2020 – 04-01-2024

    Freelance Creative Brand Strategist focused on content management & omni channel marketing strategies for high level profile CPG brands and start ups.

  • Senior Trade Marketing Director · Disaronno International USA06-01-2022 – 02-01-2024

    As a Senior Trade Marketing Director, led trade marketing initiatives to enhance brand presence and drive sales growth.

  • Trade Marketing Director · Sopexa USA08-01-2021 – 10-01-2022

    As a Trade Marketing Director, managed marketing strategies to promote brand visibility and engagement in the market.

  • Account Manager Brand Design · Mosaic North America01-01-2021 – 12-01-2021

    As an Account Manager Brand Design, coordinated brand design projects and ensured alignment with client objectives.

Education

  • Florida State UniversityBachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Dance
  • Harvard Business SchoolCertification, Digital Marketing Strategy

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