Amanda Aj Kirby

Senior Director, Marketing and Communications @ Center for Digital Equity | Driving Strategic Marketing Initiatives

Role
Senior Director, Marketing and Communications at Center For Digital Equity
Location
Charlotte, NC, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Amanda Aj Kirby

With over a decade of experience in marketing and communications, I specialize in crafting impactful strategies and narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. Currently, as the Senior Director of Marketing and Communications at the Center for Digital Equity, I lead cross-functional teams to execute high-impact campaigns, foster strategic partnerships, and drive organizational storytelling. My mission is to amplify the organization\'s vision by creating accessible, audience-focused messaging that fosters meaningful engagement and supports initiatives that bridge the digital divide. I am passionate about empowering teams and leveraging innovative marketing strategies to meet organizational goals and deliver measurable results. At the Center for Digital Equity, I oversee all facets of marketing strategy, execution, and vendor collaboration. I spearheaded a full organizational rebrand, enhancing brand positioning and external recognition. By developing an annual impact report and strategic plan, we have successfully driven stakeholder engagement and increased awareness. My expertise in content strategy, storytelling, and partner relationship management has empowered cross-functional teams to deliver initiatives that align with strategic priorities, ensuring a cohesive and impactful brand presence.

Experience

  1. Senior Director, Marketing and Communications

    Center For Digital Equity

    Feb 2025 — Present

    Lead end-to-end marketing strategy, execution, and project management, overseeing all campaigns, requests, and vendor partnerships• Serve as cross-functional marketing lead, partnering closely with operations, programs, and leadership to prioritize and deliver high-impact initiatives and lifecycle campaigns• Directed full organizational rebrand, strengthening positioning and external clarity• Lead organizational storytelling and narrative development, translating strategic priorities into accessible, audience-specific messaging• Developed and promoted annual impact report and strategic plan, driving awareness and engagement across partners and stakeholders• Own and optimize marketing budget, managing allocation and performance across campaigns, tools, and vendors• Led go-to-market strategy and program launches, supporting partner growth and program adoption• Manage external agencies and vendors (PR, SEO, web), securing 300M+ media impressions• Directed website redesign and UX improvements

Education

  • University of Virginia

    BA, American Studies, Sociology, and Media Studies

    2008 — 2012

  • Harvard Business School Online

    Certificate in Digital Marketing Strategy

  • William & Mary – Raymond A. Mason School of Business

    Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing

    2012 — 2014

Skills

  • Nonprofits
  • Community Outreach
  • Higher Education
  • Teamwork
  • Data Analysis
  • Project Management
  • Sports
  • Powerpoint
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office
  • Program Management
  • Facebook
  • Management
  • Research
  • Event Planning
  • Written Communication
  • Mentoring
  • Statistics
  • Student Leadership
  • Social Networking
  • Spss
  • Final Cut Pro

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