Kelly Nissenbaum

About Kelly Nissenbaum

Relationship-Driven Professional | Event Planning | Business Development & Sales ExpertI bring over 20 years of experience in event planning, business development, and sales, with a strong focus on building authentic relationships and fostering collaboration. Throughout my career, I’ve demonstrated a talent for creating meaningful connections with clients, partners, and communities, helping organizations grow and thrive through trust and engagement.My approach centers on empathy, active listening, and personalized interactions, ensuring that every relationship is valued and mutually beneficial. I am dedicated to facilitating positive experiences, strengthening networks, and driving organizational success through genuine engagement and strategic relationship management.With my extensive background and commitment to collaboration, I continue to make a lasting impact by bringing people together and cultivating environments where trust and partnership can flourish.

Experience

1. Director of Partnerships and Brand Experience

   Aion

   Jul 2025 — Present

   Aion is a performance and longevity brand redefining how people train, move, and build strength through wearable resistance. We design premium weighted compression products that seamlessly integrate into everyday movement—bridging fitness, health, and lifestyle.In my role, I lead the development and execution of Aion’s partnership and brand experience strategy—driving growth through strategic alliances, immersive activations, and community-led initiatives that expand awareness and adoption.Key Responsibilities & Impact:• Strategic Partnerships & Growth: Identify, structure, and scale high-impact partnerships across fitness, wellness, performance, and retail ecosystems to accelerate brand reach and revenue• Brand Experience & Activations: Conceptualize and execute experiential marketing initiatives, events, and in-market activations that bring the Aion brand to life and drive consumer engagement• Ecosystem & Community Development: Build and nurture a high-performing network of affiliates, creators, trainers, and brand partners to amplify awareness and drive conversion• Go-to-Market & Expansion: Support product launches, collaborations, and new market entry through integrated partnership and marketing strategies• Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate across marketing, product, sales, and executive teams to align partnerships with broader business objectives• Industry Presence & Brand Representation: Represent Aion at key industry events, conferences, and strategic meetings, positioning the brand at the forefront of performance and longevity

Education

• The Ohio State University

  Bachelor of Science, Hospitality Management