Garett Graubins
Director of Marketing
Lafayette | United States
Skills
No information
Interests
Writing
Travel
Gear (nerd alert!)
Chicago cubs
America ninja warrior
Industries
Outdoor
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.
Activity
Education history
Naropa University
| 2006 - 2008
Colorado State University
Masters | 2009 - 2013
Illinois Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Arts | 1990 - 1994


