Drew Franklin
Marketing Director @ Retail Strategies
- Role
- Director of Marketing at Retail Strategies
- Location
- Birmingham, AL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Drew Franklin
Marketing Communications Maverick | Tech Enthusiast | Strategic Storyteller | Proud Birmingham NativeHowdy! I\'m a passionate marketing and communications leader based in the vibrant heart of Birmingham, Ala. With over fifteen years of diverse experience, I\'ve navigated the dynamic worlds of energy, manufacturing, and technology with zeal and innovation.What excites me? Crafting compelling strategies that speak volumes. From stirring up demand generation campaigns to weaving narratives in corporate communications, I thrive on creating impactful content that resonates with audiences. My philosophy is simple: Blend creativity with strategy to ignite growth and inspire action.Academically, I\'m rooted in my Alabama heritage – a proud alumnus of The University of Alabama (Roll Tide!) with a degree in Public Relations and an MBA graduate from the University of Alabama-Birmingham.Beyond the professional realm, I\'m a dedicated family man. I call the charming city of Hoover, Ala, home. Here, I enjoy the beautiful journey of life with my wonderful wife, Sara, and our three energetic boys.Let\'s connect and explore how we can drive transformative marketing solutions together. I am excited to share insights, collaborate, and be part of your professional journey!“Greatness doesn’t start with a market opportunity; it starts with a problem that needs solving. The opportunity comes from marketing the solution.” — Simon Sinek [ Start with Why ]
Experience
Director of Marketing
Sep 2025 — Present · Birmingham, AL, US
Education
Hewitt-Trussville High School
High School
2002 — 2006
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Marketing
2020 — 2022
The University of Alabama
Bachelor of Arts, Public Relations
2006 — 2010
Skills
- Public Relations
- Media Relations
- Social Media Marketing
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media
- Marketing Strategy
- Videography
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Marketing Automation
- Adobe Photoshop
- Customer Relations
- Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Account Management
- Adobe Illustrator
- Social Networking
- Sales
- Indesign
- Crm
- After Effects
- Market Research
- Marketing Communications
- Content Marketing
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