Margaret Whelan

Field & Event Marketing Manager at Black Kite | Accelerating Pipeline through Strategic Events & Regional Growth | Partnering with Sales to Drive High-Value Opportunities

Role
Field & Event Marketing Manager at Black Kite
Location
Chicago, IL, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Margaret Whelan

Growth-focused Field Marketing leader with 9+ years of experience driving high-intent pipeline across the cybersecurity and SaaS landscapes.I specialize in bridging the gap between brand visibility and revenue by designing multichannel strategies that convert. My approach combines a creative, outside-the-box mindset with strong operational discipline. Whether it’s generating $16M in audience revenue or achieving 100%+ YoY growth for global event ecosystems, I focus on building \"white-glove\" experiences that get our sales teams into the right rooms with the right decision-makers. Core CapabilitiesMarketing Strategy • Strategic Field Marketing • Growth Marketing • ABM • Multichannel Campaigns • Email Marketing • Event & Influencer Marketing • Brand Management • Demand Generation • Marketing Analytics • CRM & Automation • AI-Driven Marketing

Experience

  1. Field & Event Marketing Manager

    Black Kite

    Jan 2026 — Present

    Orchestrates regional field marketing strategies to align with sales priorities, enhancing pipeline velocity in cybersecurity and TPRM sectors. Drive the execution of diverse events, including trade shows and executive briefings, ensuring exceptional attendee experiences. Establish strategic partnerships with Sales leadership to implement targeted Account-Based Marketing programs, bridging field activations with revenue growth. Leverage data-driven insights to manage budgets and refine multichannel campaigns for maximum ROI.

Education

  • University of Southern Maine

    Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication, General

    2011 — 2015

  • Nauset Regional High School

    General, N/A

    2007 — 2011

Skills

  • Program Evaluation
  • Leadership Development
  • Management Consulting
  • Performance Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Leadership
  • Employee Engagement
  • Board Development
  • Public Speaking
  • Public Relations
  • Organizational Development
  • Workshop Facilitation
  • Governance
  • Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Organizational Change
  • Non-Profits
  • Volunteer Management
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Fundraising
  • Event Planning
  • Social Services
  • Community Outreach
  • Community Development
  • Staff Development
  • Change Management
  • Nonprofits
  • Psychology
  • Social Media
  • Program Development
  • Team Building
  • Writing
  • Mental Health

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