Top Talent like Kara are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Kara Zacconi

Creative & Brand Strategist • New York, NY, US
Dancing
Acting
Marketing Strategy
Sales Management
Brand Strategy
Branding
Advertising
Social Media Communications
Event Management
Team Management
Brand Development
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Brand Strategy & Marketing Director | Team & Partnership Management, Sales Execution & Omni Channel Marketing
I bring extensive hands-on experience in managing direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales teams and programs, with a proven track record in brand planning and comprehensive product launches. My approach is strategically driven, emphasizing Trade, Partnership, Digital, and Social strategies. - Over 15 years of experience in the vibrant New York City hospitality industry - Expertise in strategy development and brand planning, integrated marketing initiatives - Skilled in community engagement and content creation, including moderation - Proficient in national experiential production - Strong team management capabilities - Experienced in national retail programming - Passionate about tackling challenges and finding effective solutions - Enthusiastically focused on RFP processes and optimization My diverse skill set enables me to thrive in dynamic environments, driving impactful results and fostering growth.

Work History

C

Global Marketing Director - Start Up

Chrome Horse TequilaFeb 2024 - Sep 2024 • 8 mosAs a Global Marketing Director, responsible for developing and executing marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and drive growth.
S

Brand Strategy & Creative Freelance Consultant

Self-employedOct 2020 - Apr 2024 • 3 yrs 7 mosFreelance Creative Brand Strategist focused on content management & omni channel marketing strategies for high level profile CPG brands and start ups.
D

Senior Trade Marketing Director

Disaronno International USAJun 2022 - Feb 2024 • 1 yr 9 mosAs a Senior Trade Marketing Director, led trade marketing initiatives to enhance brand presence and drive sales growth.
S

Trade Marketing Director

Sopexa USAAug 2021 - Oct 2022 • 1 yr 3 mosAs a Trade Marketing Director, managed marketing strategies to promote brand visibility and engagement in the market.
M

Account Manager Brand Design

Mosaic North AmericaJan 2021 - Dec 2021 • 1 yrAs an Account Manager Brand Design, coordinated brand design projects and ensured alignment with client objectives.

Education

F

Florida State University

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Dance
H

Harvard Business School

Certification, Digital Marketing Strategy

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How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Brand Strategy & Marketing Director | Team & Partnership Management, Sales Execution & Omni Channel Marketing
I bring extensive hands-on experience in managing direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales teams and programs, with a proven track record in brand planning and comprehensive product launches. My approach is strategically driven, emphasizing Trade, Partnership, Digital, and Social strategies. - Over 15 years of experience in the vibrant New York City hospitality industry - Expertise in strategy development and brand planning, integrated marketing initiatives - Skilled in community engagement and content creation, including moderation - Proficient in national experiential production - Strong team management capabilities - Experienced in national retail programming - Passionate about tackling challenges and finding effective solutions - Enthusiastically focused on RFP processes and optimization My diverse skill set enables me to thrive in dynamic environments, driving impactful results and fostering growth.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
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Similar Pangeans

Maria Jose Lamadrid

10 years building brands based on deep analysis and mapping KPIs that return their investment through clear strategies that deliver results.
Growth Marketing Management • Creative & Brand Strategy • Social Media Marketing • 10 years of exp. • Monterrey, N.L., MX

Heidi Brown

A seasoned Brand and Social Media Marketing expert adept at cultivating dynamic stories that generate impactful organic growth.
Content Marketing • Social Media Marketing • Creative & Brand Strategy • 20 years of exp. • Lexington, KY, US

Jeff Silcock

Experienced Marketing Leader Driving Brand Growth
Creative & Brand Strategy • Growth Marketing Management • Product Marketing • 20 years of exp. • Houston, TX, US

Natalia Cristin

Marketing strategist on a mission to level-up impact-driven brands through the power of innovation, marketing strategy and digital transformation
Product Marketing • Creative & Brand Strategy • Sales Strategy • 10 years of exp. • Paris, IDF, FR

Top Talent like Kara are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Kara Zacconi

Creative & Brand Strategist • New York, NY, US
Dancing
Acting
Marketing Strategy
Sales Management
Brand Strategy
Branding
Advertising
Social Media Communications
Event Management
Team Management
Brand Development
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

C

Global Marketing Director - Start Up

Chrome Horse TequilaFeb 2024 - Sep 2024 • 8 mosAs a Global Marketing Director, responsible for developing and executing marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and drive growth.
S

Brand Strategy & Creative Freelance Consultant

Self-employedOct 2020 - Apr 2024 • 3 yrs 7 mosFreelance Creative Brand Strategist focused on content management & omni channel marketing strategies for high level profile CPG brands and start ups.
D

Senior Trade Marketing Director

Disaronno International USAJun 2022 - Feb 2024 • 1 yr 9 mosAs a Senior Trade Marketing Director, led trade marketing initiatives to enhance brand presence and drive sales growth.
S

Trade Marketing Director

Sopexa USAAug 2021 - Oct 2022 • 1 yr 3 mosAs a Trade Marketing Director, managed marketing strategies to promote brand visibility and engagement in the market.
M

Account Manager Brand Design

Mosaic North AmericaJan 2021 - Dec 2021 • 1 yrAs an Account Manager Brand Design, coordinated brand design projects and ensured alignment with client objectives.

Education

F

Florida State University

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Dance
H

Harvard Business School

Certification, Digital Marketing Strategy

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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