Kyle W. Pingsterhaus

About Kyle W. Pingsterhaus

As an Associate Director of Integrated Marketing, I specialize in building and leading marketing strategies that connect brands with audiences in meaningful and measurable ways. I bring a balance of creativity, curiosity, and discipline to every initiative, ensuring campaigns not only inspire but also deliver results.My conscientious approach drives consistency, accuracy, and trust. Whether managing cross-functional campaigns, guiding teams, or overseeing partnerships, I prioritize execution with excellence and accountability.Curiosity keeps me at the forefront of evolving marketing trends, motivating me to explore emerging platforms, audience insights, and creative approaches. This mindset allows me to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that elevate brand visibility and drive growth.I thrive in dynamic environments where strategy meets creativity. My ability to assess complex situations, anticipate outcomes, and inspire collaboration has enabled me to successfully align business objectives with impactful marketing outcomes.Core areas of expertise:Integrated brand campaigns & storytellingInfluencer & content marketingCommunity building & audience engagementStrategic partnerships & brand ambassadorshipCreative problem-solving & innovationLeadership, collaboration & communicationStartup and growth-stage brand experienceAt the core, I believe marketing is about creating connections that last between brands, people, and ideas.

Experience

1. Associate Director, Integrated Strategy

   OuterBox

   Mar 2025 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

   As Associate Director of Integrated Strategy, I lead high-performing strategy pods to deliver innovative, multi-service marketing solutions that maximize client satisfaction, retention, and profitability. My role bridges strategy, execution, and leadership, ensuring that every initiative aligns with business goals while driving measurable impact.I specialize in:Client Retention & Growth – Implementing strategies that foster trust, improve satisfaction, and create opportunities for upsell and cross-sell across services.Integrated Strategy Development – Designing and executing cohesive strategies across paid, organic, and digital channels to achieve shared outcomes.Operational Excellence – Refining workflows, onboarding processes, and communication standards that scale with growth and ensure consistent quality.Leadership & Mentorship – Developing and coaching client success teams, cultivating a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.Data-Driven Insights – Leveraging metrics, data visualization, and analysis to inform decision-making and optimize performance.Sales & Marketing Enablement – Partnering to create case studies, thought leadership content, and materials that articulate value and support revenue growth.At the core, my focus is on building strategies that not only retain clients but deepen partnerships, driving long-term results and innovation across the business.

Education

• Sanford-Brown College

  Associates

  2007 — 2009

• Webster University

  Marketing/Advertising Communications

  2008 — 2011

Skills

• Outlook
• Business Development
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Coaching
• Marketing
• Portrait Photography
• Adobe Photoshop
• Photography
• Social Networking
• Marketing Communications
• Facebook
• Budgets
• Illustrator
• Leadership
• Time Management
• Photoshop
• Graphic Design
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Word
• Budgeting
• Social Media
• Advertising
• Social Media Marketing
• Event Planning
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint