J. Marcus Howard

About J. Marcus Howard

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Experience

1. Global Marketing Consultant for Local Business

   Umbrella Local

   May 2025 — Present

   Global Marketing Consultant for Local Business | Powered by Umbrella Local & Ethos Media**At the intersection of *global scale* and *local precision*, I’ve accepted a bold new mission:**Help small businesses everywhere dominate their markets through world-class digital strategy.**As the new **Global Marketing Consultant for Local Business**, I’m proud to partner with Umbrella Local and lead growth initiatives through **Ethos Media & Marketing Together, we empower local businesses with the tools, content, and strategic guidance once reserved for major brands.**What This Role Means**In this capacity, I act as both strategist and operator, deploying advanced marketing systems—including AI-powered PR engines, SEO optimization, and revenue-generating funnels—to help small and mid-sized businesses grow with confidence, clarity, and measurable results.**Local Roots. Global Reach.**Whether it’s a local roofer in Florida or a wellness clinic in Chicago, I help business owners translate their mission into market leadership, leveraging:* Authority-building digital PR* Smart automation tools and CRM systems* Location-based SEO and Google Maps domination* High-converting content campaigns and brand storytelling **Why It Matters**Small business is the heartbeat of the global economy. This role is about giving them a louder voice, a sharper message, and a growth engine that never sleeps.Let’s connect. Let’s grow.#LocalMarketing #DigitalStrategy #EthosM2 #UmbrellaLocal #SmallBusinessGrowth #AuthorityMarketing

Education

• Bishop McNamara High School

  High School Diploma

  1991 — 1994

• Tuskegee University

  Architecture, Business Administration

  1994 — 1998

Skills

• Brand Developement
• Film
• Video Production
• Web Project Management
• 2d Graphics
• Corporate Branding
• Fashion
• Strategic Planning
• Motion Graphics
• Indesign
• Photoshop
• Brand Implementation
• Public Speaking
• Event Management
• Leadership
• Microsoft Office
• 3d Graphics
• Photography
• Brand Development
• Web Content
• Television
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Graphic Design
• Branding & Identity
• Customer Service
• Blogging
• Logo Design
• Social Networking
• Multimedia
• Social Media
• Mac
• Social Media Marketing
• Advertising
• Website Development
• Marketing Communications
• Illustrator
• Video Editing
• Business Systems Consulting
• Packaging
• Marketing Strategy