SVP Engagement (Marketing, events, sales and experience)
Verified
Michele Knight is a dynamic executive leader known for building high-performing teams, elevating brands, and creating meaningful connections between organizations and the communities they serve. With a career spanning hospitality, global technology, and the nonprofit sector, she brings a unique blend of operational expertise, strategic marketing acumen, and people-centered leadership.
Michele began her career in the hospitality industry, where she led sales, marketing, catering, and events teams in fast-paced, customer-centric environments. There, she developed a strong foundation in revenue growth, client experience, and team leadership—skills that would become hallmarks of her career.
She later transitioned into experiential marketing, where she led large-scale events, integrated marketing campaigns, and field marketing initiatives for a Fortune 50 technology company. In this role, she was recognized for her ability to translate complex brand narratives into impactful, real-world experiences that drove engagement and business results.
Building on this momentum, Michele moved into the nonprofit sector, where she applied her corporate and hospitality expertise to mission-driven work. She has overseen marketing strategy, brand development, fundraising initiatives, and community engagement efforts—consistently aligning stakeholders, strengthening partnerships, and expanding organizational impact.
Across every stage of her career, Michele has been a connector and change agent—known for her ability to bring people together, build scalable programs, and create lasting value. Her leadership style is rooted in collaboration, innovation, and a deep commitment to growth—for organizations, teams, and the communities they serve.More...
Rebecca Ravida
Finance Director@Penske Automotive Group
Verified
Penske Automotive Group has shown steady financial growth over the past fiscal year, displaying a strong ability to navigate the challenges presented by the global pandemic. Our revenue has seen a significant increase, driven by both new and used vehicle sales. The company's effective cost management and digital initiatives have played a crucial role in maintaining profitability. However, supply chain disruptions and chip shortages pose ongoing challenges. We are actively exploring strategies to mitigate these issues, including diversifying our supply chain and strengthening our digital sales platform. We remain committed to our long-term growth strategy and are confident in our ability to deliver strong shareholder value.More...