Greg Waters

Greg Waters

Marketing, Communications, Brand Strategy, Creative Partnerships · Jetty Life, LLC

New York City Metropolitan Area

In My Own Words

<p>With years of experience in marketing, public relations, client services, and event management, I am a passionate and versatile marcom professional who thrives on creating and executing innovative strategies for brands spanning multiple industries.</p><p>One of my core competencies is identifying and implementing creative marketing partnerships with renowned brands such as Pantone, The North Face, Montauk Brewing Co, Dogfish Head, Jetty, RSVLTS, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, Baked by Melissa, Roberta's Pizza, Hudson Whiskey, Vibrant Emotional Health, Arteza, and more. These strategic partnerships have resulted in substantial earned media coverage, social media exposure, increased market share, sales growth, and meaningful connections with target audiences.</p><p>I am always eager to learn new things, explore new opportunities, and collaborate with other like-minded professionals who share my vision and enthusiasm for creative excellence.</p>

Work Experience

Commercial Marketing

Jetty Life, LLC

2024 – 2025

Directed consumer and wholesale marketing and communications initiatives for surf-inspired, lifestyle apparel brand that is a Certified B Corporation. Responsibilities included brand and wholesale marketing, creative direction, public relations, social media, events, partnerships, and collaborations with the likes of Red Bull, Kona Big Wave, New Jersey Devils, The Stone Pony, Liquitex, David Macomber, and more.

Director, Marketing & Communications

Priority Bicycles

2019 – 2024

Led a variety of strategic marketing, public relations, and social media initiatives with an emphasis on building brand awareness and increasing market share for award-winning belt drive bicycle brand. Responsible for the development and execution of creative marketing partnerships with Pantone, Jetty, Montauk Brewing Co, Dogfish Head, Roberta's Pizza, Baked by Melissa, You Are Not Alone Murals, Hudson Whiskey, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, RSVLTS, Arteza, Vibrant Emotional Health, and more.

Director, Brand Marketing

Aurify Brands

2016 – 2019

Drove marketing, social media, PR and CX initiatives for Aurify's portfolio of restaurant brands including Melt Shop, The Little Beet, Fields Good Chicken, The Little Beet Table, and MAKE Sandwich.

Senior Manager, Marketing Communications

Shake Shack

2012 – 2015

Managed a multitude of marketing and public relations initiatives for rapidly expanding, award-winning restaurant concept; formerly part of Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG).

Senior Manager, Public Relations

Zoo York

2007 – 2011

Planned and executed comprehensive internal and external marketing communication strategy for iconic skateboarding lifestyle brand.

Independent Consultant

Enright Communications

2004 – 2007

Planned and executed freelance marketing communication initiatives for globally recognized consumer brands within the eyewear, electronics, outerwear, streetwear, accessories, sporting goods, and non-profit sectors. Clients included: Oakley, Arnette, Revo, Electric, Forum Snowboards, Weekend Snowboards, Bond Outerwear, Special Blend, Foursquare, Opus Footwear, Aerial7, Drop, 5Boro Skateboards, Vira Sun, Fox Racing, Chef Jason Roberts, Harold Hunter Foundation, Stoked.

Account Manager, Public Relations

Fuse

2000 – 2004

Managed strategic, results-driven publicity and event marketing campaigns for athletic events and consumer brands within the apparel, footwear, accessories, beverage, automotive, television, and men's grooming sectors.

Education

Bachelor of Arts

University of Vermont

Cum Laude, Golden Key National Honor Society, Dean’s List

Projects

Jetty Unite + Rebuild Hurricane Relief

https://jettylife.com/pages/unite-rebuild-hurricane-helene-relief

With Hurricane Helene and now Milton devastating the Southeast, Jetty and the Jetty Rock Foundation are rallying to help our friends and family affected by the storm. Hurricane Sandy in 2012 was the catalyst that created our non-profit, Jetty Rock Foundation, and we are well aware of what lies ahead through recovery. Help us send necessary funds and support in their time of need as others did for us. Purchase a Unite + Rebuild t-shirt or hoodie and 100% of profits will be distributed through the Jetty Rock Foundation to benefit storm relief efforts. https://jettylife.com/pages/unite-rebuild-hurricane-helene-relief

Interests

ArtMarketingCommunicationsPRGraphic designCyclingSkateboardingSnowboardingSurfingDesign

Skills

Industries

BikeCreative AgenciesLifestyleOutdoorSkateSnowStreetwearSurfFashionRunHealth & Fitness

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