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Miller Marketing and Distribution LLCHead of Marketing
Jun. 2024At Miller Marketing & Distribution (MMD), we lead marketing and brand development for a diverse portfolio of iconic and emerging food and beverage brands. Our portfolio spans craft beverages, snacks, breweries, sauces, and legendary restaurants, each with deep roots in flavor, tradition, and community. E-Commerce & Retail Expansion We oversee digital marketing, e-commerce strategies, and retail growth across Shopify, Square, Faire, and Amazon, ensuring our brands reach consumers nationwide. Through storytelling, creative campaigns, and digital initiatives, we help bring our brands to life online and in-store. Sponsorships & Partnerships Beyond marketing and sales, we cultivate strategic sponsorships and brand partnerships to expand our reach. We connect our brands with passionate communities that align with our values. By fostering these relationships, we create authentic engagement, brand loyalty, and experiences.
UncommonGoodChief Partnerships Officer
Mar. 2023 - Sep. 2023The all-inclusive productivity software platform for small businesses, soloentrepreneurs, freelancers, and nonprofits. Our platform offers a comprehensive suite of features that seamlessly integrate operations, project management, and marketing capabilities. With UncommonGood, you can take complete control of your organizational processes, allowing you to focus on your core mission and achieve greater success. Doing good just got easier!
Boots on the Ground Tours & EventsOwner
Sep. 2021Experiences for every lifestyle!
Medora Area Convention & Visitors BureauExecutive Director
Jun. 2020 - Aug. 2021On the western edge of North Dakota, with the Badlands as its backdrop, Medora is known as North Dakota’s #1 tourist destination. Medora is surrounded by breathtaking, unspoiled nature with Theodore Roosevelt National Park acting as its backyard. Known for its western culture, visitors will find this historic hub filled with an endless array of activities and events for all ages. ▪Developed strategies, programs, fundraising efforts (sponsorships, grants etc.) and policies to promote tourism. ▪Managed creative message development.
▪Managed design/printing of marketing publications. ▪Developed relationships with national and regional tourism-based publications, writers and tour operators. ▪ Designed, developed and conducted familiarization tours for media, event planning, and tour operators. ▪ Promoted attractions and community events to visitors. ▪ Participated in radio, podcasts and TV shows; provided current and updated information to the press. ▪ Managed several digital media platforms to promote Tourism. ▪ Attended meetings, seminars, conventions and workshops to further knowledge, stay informed of the changes in the tourism industry and to exchange information.
▪ Prepared and delivered presentations to both local and regional civic and governmental organizations on Tourism. ▪ Prepared monthly reports, basic inquiry data and creative initiatives. ▪ Managed the Visitors Center.
STARTLANDEngagement Manager
Jan. 2020 - Jun. 2020Kansas City, Missouri AreaSTARTLAND — formerly the Kansas City Startup Foundation — is a community building 501(c)3 nonprofit activating a thriving and inclusive culture of innovation in Kansas City through stories, experiences and talent. We operate on three core values: Authenticity. Community. Impact. Our vision is to make Kansas City the most Entrepreneurial Community in America (MECA)
Visit AtchisonTourism Director
Mar. 2017 - Nov. 2019Atchison, KS▪Worked with the Chamber president to develop strategies, programs, fundraising efforts (sponsorships, grants etc.) and policies to promote tourism.
▪ Oversaw creative message development.
▪ Oversaw design/printing of marketing publications.
▪Developed relationships with national and regional tourism based publications and writers, and tour operators.
▪Designed, developed and conducted familiarization tours for media, event planning, and tour operators
▪ Promoted attractions and community events to visitors.
▪ Participated in radio shows, podcasts, and TV shows; provided current and updated information to the press.
▪ Attended meetings, seminars, conventions, and workshops to further knowledge, stay informed of the changes in the tourism industry, and exchange information. Represent the city of Atchison as a member of TravelKS (Vice President), SportsKS, KSAE ( Kansas Society of Association Executives) American Bus Association, Missouri Bank Travel, Midwest Travel Network, Visit KC, The Group Travel Family and various other organizations.
▪Prepared and delivered presentations to both local and regional civic and governmental organizations on Tourism.
▪Prepared monthly reports, basic inquiry data and creative initiatives.
▪Managed the development of the Atchison Railroad Museum, including fundraising events, grant writing, and education programming.
Haiti180Marketing and Devlopment
Jul. 2016 - Dec. 2017Haiti, Bosie
Yaga's Entertainment, Inc.Event Sponsorships
Jul. 2015 - Mar. 2016Galveston, TX▪Developed current and new sponsorship relationships and executed all sponsorship agreements and fulfilled commitments pre, during and post event.
▪Developed current and new vendor relationships and executed all vendor agreements and fulfilled commitments pre, during and post event.
▪Developed current and new restaurant, chef and winery relationships for events and executed all agreements
▪ Managed all volunteers.
▪Oversaw event staff and managers as needed.
Events included the Galveston Island Shrimp Festival, Holiday in the Park, Chili Quest and Beer Fest, Mardi Gras! Galveston, and the Galveston Island Food & Wine Festival
The Silver Lining ShopOwner
May. 2015New website coming soon...
We believe hope should be FashionABLE. We are committed to offering only products that benefit society. All of our items are socially conscience and giveback to society. In addition, 10% of all of our sales go back to featured local charities. The Silver Lining is a metaphor for optimism, and for us, hope. We all know the saying "behind every cloud, there is a silver lining." We believe that all things work together for good and even in bad situations there is always hope, and hope does not disappoint.
Maria Miller ConsultingPrincipal Consultant and Founder
Nov. 2014I provide consulting services across multiple industries, specializing in nonprofit management, digital marketing, fundraising, and tourism strategy. My expertise includes: Volunteer & Nonprofit Consulting • Volunteer policy and administration, including needs assessments, customized forms, job descriptions, and screening procedures • Volunteer recruitment, training, orientation, and retention strategies • Program evaluation, database management, and recognition events • Employee and corporate volunteer programs Travel & Tourism Strategy • Policy and program development for travel and tourism initiatives • Industry trends, strategic planning, and relationship building with national and regional tourism publications, writers, and tour operators • Creative messaging and campaign development Grant Writing & Fundraising • Grant research, proposal writing, and securing funding from foundations, state, and federal sources • Corporate giving programs, donor engagement, and fundraising strategy development • Event fundraising, sponsorship outreach, and digital fundraising campaigns Marketing & Digital Strategy • Digital marketing, including SEO, social media management (content creation, scheduling, posting, and engagement), email marketing, and promotions • Content marketing: blogs, video production, influencer partnerships, and high-quality storytelling • Platform-specific strategies for Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, and YouTube Events & Sponsorships • Strategic planning, marketing, and engagement for festivals and events • Sponsorship acquisition and relationship management • Vendor and volunteer coordination Voiceover Talent • National and regional television and radio commercials • Audiobooks and corporate voiceover work In addition to individual projects, I have held retainer positions such as Executive Director, Sponsorship Director, Director of Volunteers, Director of Digital Marketing, and Director of Engagement.
Galveston Sustainable Communities AllianceProject Manager
Sep. 2014 - Oct. 2015Galveston, texas▪Supported the Executive Director to GSCA’s vision and strategy.
▪Led special projects aligned to the vision of GSCA, such as: researching, identifying and implementing high-quality early education options.
▪ Managed the GSCA Leadership Council—a group of 15 high-profile community stakeholders
with a vested interest in improving education in Galveston.
▪ Developed a city-wide data dashboard of education indicators, including the identification and
management of consultants as necessary.
▪Conducted prospect research and investigating/analyzing funding opportunities.
▪Coordinated all tasks related to the Board of Directors' and Board Committee meetings including
scheduling, preparation of Board materials, taking notes during meetings and preparing minutes.
▪ Supported the ED in managing collaborations with local, state and federal partners, such as Galveston ISD, Galveston College, and the US Department of Education.
▪ Built systems and processes to ensure the smooth and effective growth of GSCA operations ▪ Drafted and oversaw external communication as necessary.
REAL School GardensSummer Development Associate
Jun. 2014 - Aug. 2014Washington D.C. Metro Area▪ Conducted prospect research to identify new donors.
▪ Supported, created and managed effective strategies and giving opportunities to increase fundraising and increase individual donor database including: special events, direct mail, online giving, donor identification and cultivation.
▪ Coordinated a special event; coordinated marketing, managing the event budget, and production.
▪Provided support for grants program including researching grant opportunities and submitting applications, ensuring revenue goals are met, meeting grant deadlines and reporting.
▪ Supported strategic community outreach to educate stakeholders, raise funds, and create strategic partnerships.
▪Supported the management of the donor database (Raider’s Edge) and infrastructure to effectively manage donations, which included data entry, acknowledgements, queries, report building, and assessing donor trends and analytics.
▪Supported the Development Director in administrative tasks and special projects as assigned.
Moody Gardens®Manager of Volunteer Services and Hope Therapy
Sep. 2008 - Jun. 2014Galveston, TX▪ Managed both the Volunteer Services Department staff and Volunteer Programs, including The Society for the Advancement of Volunteer Youth Program (a life science based program with 100+ teens), all adult volunteers, gardens volunteers, museum volunteers, volunteer divers, interns, corporate volunteers, special event volunteers, as well as recruit and schedule volunteers for the above positions/ As of June 2014 there were 840 active volunteers.
▪Organized, fundraised, and oversaw the Hope Therapy Programs and events for individuals with special needs, including Horticultural Therapy, the Annual Mardi Gras Ball for Special People and the Adaptive Water Sports Fest. Implemented Art in the Gardens, an art festival for children with special needs and a new Horticultural Therapy and Art Therapy Program. All therapy events are run through the therapy endowment.
▪Oversaw and organized recognition events, continuing education classes and socials for volunteers/implemented an annual recognition brunch to honor volunteers.
▪Served as a property manager fulfilling Manager on Duty shifts and assisting with various property events including Festival of Lights, Easter in the Gardens, Ghostly Gardens, Educator Open House, as well as research and filling in when necessary for the Education Department.
Texas A&M University at GalvestonAcademic Advisor I
Jan. 2008 - Jun. 2008▪Served as Sea Aggie Preview Coordinator/ worked with Student Relations Staff to plan organize and run the Preview.
▪Served as New Student Conference Coordinator/ worked with Student Relations staff to plan and organize five New Student Conferences.
▪ Group Tours and Family Visits Coordinator/ implemented a new tour route to better display the
campus. Organized, planned and facilitated group tours and family visits.
▪ Worked with special purpose groups to inform them and educate them on the University, such groups included but were not limited to Sea Scouts, home school organizations, sailing groups and maritime organizations/schools.
Atchison Area Chamber of CommerceProjects Coordinator
May. 2006 - Nov. 2007▪Organized annual events, including Music and Melons, Trick-Or-Treat Down the Street, Holiday Homes Tour, Downtown Holiday Festival, and Teacher Appreciation Night.
▪Supervised Chamber Ambassadors, Beautification Council, Leadership Development Council, Retail Council, and the Young Atchison Professionals /Implemented a student River Education
Day, district wide anti-littering campaign in the schools, Youth Leadership Program, and the Young Atchison Professionals.
▪Fundraiser supervisor and event supervisor for Chamber membership, Annual Golf Classic, Annual Chamber Banquet, and Farm-City Banquet/ all events raised more money than they had in previous years.
▪ Recruited approximately 25 new Chamber Member businesses, organized chamber ribbon cuttings and After Hours events.
Benedictine CollegeWorks of Mercy and Hospitality Coordinator
Aug. 2003 - May. 2006Atchiosn, Kansas▪Organized student events on campus/ implemented and organized beginning of the year social,
Student concerts, random acts of kindness program and served as director of hospitality at annual college and state conferences.
▪ Supervised volunteers and subcommittees/helped implement a social justice class, which culminated by including a class immersion trip to Central America.
▪Organized community and international service projects/ implemented an alternative spring break
both locally and internationally, implemented campus wide fundraising efforts for various international organizations, set up a volunteer program between Atchison community not-for- profits and Benedictine College.
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