Kelly Evans
Marketing Director, Business Solutions at Astound Business Solutions- Claim this Profile
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Matthew Billings
Smart, agile, hardworking and easy to work with is what comes to mind when I think about Kelly. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Kelly for more than 12+ years, during which time Kelly first hired the creative firm I previously worked at, to create some video work for T-mobile. More recently we hired Kelly at our agency in 2015 to manage several client marketing, digital and video projects. Above all, I have been impressed with Kelly’s ability to face any marketing or creative challenge head-on and develop effective, winning solutions without the need for much guidance. He also has a really affable personality that serves him well in working with many different types of people. Kelly is a true asset for any company requiring marketing strategy and management prowess, and comes with my strongest recommendation.
Vic Lipsey
Kelly has served our team and our clients over 4 years -- always with a high-degree of honesty and professionalism. Often the first person in the office and one of the last to leave, his client & project management experience is broad. And his eye for detail has sharpened a long list of creative challenges. It's clear he knows how to make a team gel. Above all, rest assured, you WILL lose to him in fantasy football.
Matthew Billings
Smart, agile, hardworking and easy to work with is what comes to mind when I think about Kelly. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Kelly for more than 12+ years, during which time Kelly first hired the creative firm I previously worked at, to create some video work for T-mobile. More recently we hired Kelly at our agency in 2015 to manage several client marketing, digital and video projects. Above all, I have been impressed with Kelly’s ability to face any marketing or creative challenge head-on and develop effective, winning solutions without the need for much guidance. He also has a really affable personality that serves him well in working with many different types of people. Kelly is a true asset for any company requiring marketing strategy and management prowess, and comes with my strongest recommendation.
Vic Lipsey
Kelly has served our team and our clients over 4 years -- always with a high-degree of honesty and professionalism. Often the first person in the office and one of the last to leave, his client & project management experience is broad. And his eye for detail has sharpened a long list of creative challenges. It's clear he knows how to make a team gel. Above all, rest assured, you WILL lose to him in fantasy football.
Matthew Billings
Smart, agile, hardworking and easy to work with is what comes to mind when I think about Kelly. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Kelly for more than 12+ years, during which time Kelly first hired the creative firm I previously worked at, to create some video work for T-mobile. More recently we hired Kelly at our agency in 2015 to manage several client marketing, digital and video projects. Above all, I have been impressed with Kelly’s ability to face any marketing or creative challenge head-on and develop effective, winning solutions without the need for much guidance. He also has a really affable personality that serves him well in working with many different types of people. Kelly is a true asset for any company requiring marketing strategy and management prowess, and comes with my strongest recommendation.
Vic Lipsey
Kelly has served our team and our clients over 4 years -- always with a high-degree of honesty and professionalism. Often the first person in the office and one of the last to leave, his client & project management experience is broad. And his eye for detail has sharpened a long list of creative challenges. It's clear he knows how to make a team gel. Above all, rest assured, you WILL lose to him in fantasy football.
Matthew Billings
Smart, agile, hardworking and easy to work with is what comes to mind when I think about Kelly. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Kelly for more than 12+ years, during which time Kelly first hired the creative firm I previously worked at, to create some video work for T-mobile. More recently we hired Kelly at our agency in 2015 to manage several client marketing, digital and video projects. Above all, I have been impressed with Kelly’s ability to face any marketing or creative challenge head-on and develop effective, winning solutions without the need for much guidance. He also has a really affable personality that serves him well in working with many different types of people. Kelly is a true asset for any company requiring marketing strategy and management prowess, and comes with my strongest recommendation.
Vic Lipsey
Kelly has served our team and our clients over 4 years -- always with a high-degree of honesty and professionalism. Often the first person in the office and one of the last to leave, his client & project management experience is broad. And his eye for detail has sharpened a long list of creative challenges. It's clear he knows how to make a team gel. Above all, rest assured, you WILL lose to him in fantasy football.
Experience
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Astound Business Solutions
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United States
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Telecommunications
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marketing Director, Business Solutions
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Sep 2019 - Present
Astound Business Solutions is the nation's 6th largest broadband internet provider, with a fiber network that spans the country and provides connectivity solutions to 8 of the top 10 largest metro areas. (See next job description for my day-to-day responsibilities) I oversee marketing efforts for the group's national Direct (Carrier, Cellular, Video Transport, Subsea Backhaul, eRate) and Indirect segments (Wholesale, Channel Partners), while also supporting the West Coast’s Enterprise, GEMS (Government / Education / Medical / Strategic), and ROE (Right-of-Entry) lines of business. Show less
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Wave Broadband
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United States
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Telecommunications
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300 - 400 Employee
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Director, Commercial Marketing
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Sep 2015 - Aug 2019
Lead integrated marketing efforts (Brand awareness, Demand gen, and Sales enablement) to support the commercial side of the business. Work closely with executive leadership, sales, product marketing, and internal & external agencies to develop and implement integrated marketing plans and communications strategy. Activities include: advertising (print, outdoor, digital, and broadcast), demand gen, direct mail, PR, tradeshow and sponsorship support, and the creation and distribution of collateral materials to the field. Show less
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Spin Creative
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marketing Consultant
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Apr 2015 - Aug 2015
Partnered with Spin Creative, as an Independent Contractor, to help them bring campaigns and creative to life for their customers. • Provided strategic marketing, brand, and communications consultation • Managed the launch of a Beta web site for FirstPath Autism; developed a pre-launch digital marketing campaign to capture leads via Facebook and Google pay-per-click advertising (1,900 leads generated in less than 2 months with minimal ad investment) • Overhauled Spin’s client billing/invoice process, and supported new business development Visit my portfolio site for samples of additional work: www.kellyrevans.com Show less
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Venture Arts, Inc.
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United States
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Graphic Design
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1 - 100 Employee
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Account / Project Manager
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2010 - 2015
Clients: Russell Investments, Bluetooth, Microsoft, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Group Health, Costco, Puget Sound Energy, Logic 20/20, World Vision, Inrix, Winshuttle.com, Executive Conversation, Bodypoint, and BroVo Spirits • Managed graphic/web design, marketing communications, and brand projects. Responsible for project management, client relationships, vendor management, and billing. • Additional contributions: ad development (Bluetooth online campaigns), strategic communications (Bluetooth and Russell Investment brand stories), brand research (Bodypoint), and video pre- and post-production (Microsoft OEM project). Show less
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One Connection Away
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Seattle, WA
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Founder, former Chief Organizer
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2009 - 2010
Formed a networking community for marketing professionals in the Seattle area. OCA met weekly and served as a valuable resource for hundreds of people looking to network and build job search skills. • Grew the group from 5 people to a community of over 200+, many of whom landed full-time or contract positions via connections made. • Initiated and managed a social media communications program, including a blog, a LinkedIn group with job and discussion boards, a Twitter account, and a Facebook page. • Hosted over 30 guest speaking engagements covering a wide variety of pertinent topics, including resume writing, interview skills, social media and its impact on job search, and WordPress development. Show less
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Copacino Fujikado
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Account Supervisor
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2007 - 2008
Clients: REI, Safeco Insurance, Symetra Financial, Seattle Aquarium • Managed client services for the ad agency’s three largest accounts. • Responsible for profitability and staffing. Orchestrated the strategic development of traditional and digital ad campaigns for each client. Drove collaboration between the agency’s creative, media, and production groups. Clients: REI, Safeco Insurance, Symetra Financial, Seattle Aquarium • Managed client services for the ad agency’s three largest accounts. • Responsible for profitability and staffing. Orchestrated the strategic development of traditional and digital ad campaigns for each client. Drove collaboration between the agency’s creative, media, and production groups.
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Publicis
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United States
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Advertising Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Account Supervisor
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2004 - 2007
Clients: T-Mobile, Washington's Lottery • Managed client services for the agency’s T-Mobile (business segment) and Washington State Lottery accounts, overseeing $30 Million and $11 Million ad budgets, respectively. • Oversaw integrated campaign development including: TV, radio, print, outdoor, point-of-sale, and digital advertising. Clients: T-Mobile, Washington's Lottery • Managed client services for the agency’s T-Mobile (business segment) and Washington State Lottery accounts, overseeing $30 Million and $11 Million ad budgets, respectively. • Oversaw integrated campaign development including: TV, radio, print, outdoor, point-of-sale, and digital advertising.
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remerinc
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Account Executive
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2002 - 2004
Clients: Corbis and Corbis Motion. • Managed production, media planning/buying, and account services for global stock photography brand. • U.S. and European print ad campaign led to 82% increase in web site visits and new accounts doubled. Clients: Corbis and Corbis Motion. • Managed production, media planning/buying, and account services for global stock photography brand. • U.S. and European print ad campaign led to 82% increase in web site visits and new accounts doubled.
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Education
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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Management Science, Marketing -
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
B.S., Marketing Management, Psychology (Minor)