Ellie Colón

About Ellie Colón

Experienced Social Media Strategist & Manager and U.S. military veteran with 12+ years leading organic social programs for global brands, financial services firms, and C-suite executives. Specializing in social media strategy, content planning, executive thought leadership, community management, and social listening, turning insights into campaigns that drive brand awareness, engagement, and lead generation. Strong background in compliance and risk management in regulated industries (FINRA/SEC), partnering closely with legal, compliance, and marketing to build brand-safe, compliant, and data-driven social strategie.

Experience

1. Social Media Strategist

   KKR

   May 2025 — Present

   Develop and implement multi-channel social media strategies to enhance brand awareness and growth.Manage a content calendar with writers, designers, and video producers for consistent brand presence.Oversee campaign execution, including creative development, publishing, and performance optimization.Collaborate with corporate, product, and executive teams to ensure brand consistency and effective engagement processes.Collaborate with the compliance team to create content that meets regulatory standards.Create and oversee content for an employee advocacy program tailored for the regulated sales team.

Education

• Seton Hall University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

• Seton Hall University School of Law

  Master's of Legal Studies (MSL), General Studies