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Garett Graubins

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Director of Marketing
Lafayette | United States

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Chicago cubs
America ninja warrior

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In my own words

Garett

• Strategic “do-er”: a high-level marketer who relishes opportunities to roll up his sleeves and get stuff done.

• Heavy focus on digital, inbound/content marketing and story telling. • Brand, team and culture builder, from small start-ups to billion-dollar corporations.

Trajectory

Jan 2016 — Now
Director of Marketing · Bestop Premium Accessories Group
+ Reporting to CEO, lead all marketing efforts for rapidly growing, world-leading brand in motor sports space and automotive aftermarket. + Direct company’s digital marketing plans, retail strategy, brand-building, events and programs, sales support, and integration with four newly acquired brands. + Launched brand's first-ever e-commerce site, building site into a top revenue driver while continuously reinforcing our commitment to distribution and retail partners.
Jun 2015 — Oct 2015
Vice President, Product Marketing · ROKA Sports, Inc.
+ Led Go-To-Market strategy and plan execution for a rapid-growth start-up. + Partnered closely with CEO, CMO and executive team on brand direction. + Established aggressive strategy for entry into major new business category.
Nov 2008 — May 2015
Global Marketing Director · Boa Technology Incorporated
In 6+ years, the Marketing Department drove 30% annual revenue growth. + Led global marketing for maker of The Boa System found on outdoor, cycling, running, hiking, utility and golf footwear and gear. + Directed strategic and retail marketing plans in U.S., Europe and South Korea. + Significant company “firsts”: Go-To-Market planning and execution, global PR programs & media introduction, launch of grassroots marketing and retail strategy, differentiation strategy, built departmental infrastructure for future growth, transition to digitally-driven communications, consumer segment research, co-op program reset, and ROI tracking.
May 2006 — Aug 2008
Senior Brand Marketing Manager, Copy Writer · The North Face
As first brand manager for the running category, led our short- and long-term strategic planning that laid the groundwork for their fastest-growing business segment. + Drove all brand-marketing and partnership efforts behind running performance product, including launch and execution of company’s international events strategy. + Developed content and stories around all The North Face product, including outdoor, Summit Series, action sports and endurance.
May 2003 — May 2006
Senior Editor · BigStone Publishing
Positioned TrailRunner Magazine as the sport’s foremost authority. + Worked closely with publisher to plan strategy and positioning. + Launched TrailRunner Trophy Series, the world’s largest trail race series, which included over 800 athletes and 100 events.
Oct 1997 — May 2003
Senior Account Executive · The Integer Group
+ Formulated, supervised, and executed promotions, retail tactics, trade shows, and brand campaigns for MasterCard, Qwest, NAPA, and several dot-com start-ups. + Managed account teams that included account managers, graphic designers, merchandise coordinators, and copywriters.

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Education history

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Naropa University

| 2006 - 2008

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Colorado State University

Masters | 2009 - 2013

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Illinois Wesleyan University

Bachelor of Arts | 1990 - 1994

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