Talent Spotlight by The Keller Group | May 1, 2026
- The Keller Group
- May 2
- 4 min read
The job market is in full bloom this May, and top talent is on the move. At The Keller Group, we're staying close with standout candidates who are actively looking for what's next and ready for a fresh start. Keep reading and you might just find your next great hire.
Featured Marketing & Analytics Talent
✨ Manager, Content Strategy - Content strategist with 10+ years of experience translating complex business objectives into audience-first content that drives measurable results
Core Expertise
Leads content strategy development across regulated industries with specialization in healthcare, SaaS, and enterprise environments
Bridges organizational goals with authentic audience needs via brand voice architecture and messaging frameworks
Designs cross-channel content journeys from awareness through conversion and a proven track record of exceeding lead generation targets
Creates SEO-optimized content and AI-assisted research methods for traditional and emerging search discovery
Analyzes performance and data-driven optimization using Google Analytics, GA4, and advanced reporting platforms
Experience Snapshot
10+ years of experience leading content strategy for major organizations and national portfolios, consistently delivering measurable business outcomes
Architected comprehensive content programs for regulated environments, translating complex products into accessible narratives that build trust and drive action
Managed editorial strategy across diverse client portfolios including healthcare, technology, retail, outdoor, and lifestyle verticals
Led cross-functional content teams and mentorship programs, mentoring junior talent into senior roles while standardizing processes in Agile environments
Passionate about applying strategic content expertise to outdoor recreation and lifestyle brands, with demonstrated success creating high-performing SEO content for national outdoor retailer
Location & Availability
Based in Phoenix, AZ
Open to hybrid or remote opportunities
✨ Marketing Director - Director with 10+ years leading hospitality and consumer-driven brand growth, translating business objectives into audience-first strategies
Core Expertise
Startup-to-scale marketing: Built scalable frameworks and playbooks to support rapid multi-market expansion
Brand and creative leadership: Defined brand purpose, voice, and visual collateral; ensured consistency across digital, in-store, and field assets
Product and menu innovation: Led culinary and product launch strategies with company-wide integration and GTM planning
Cross-functional GTM and local activation: Partnered with operations, real estate, finance, plus franchise and local teams to execute market entries and grand openings
Agency, budget, and franchise management: Managed agency RFPs, onboarding, co-op, DMA budgets, freelance creative, and franchise support programs
Experience Snapshot
Scaled a fast-growing consumer brand from early-stage footprint to multi-state expansion by developing strong marketing strategies, processes, and high-performing teams
Built the marketing function end-to-end during rapid growth and subsequent optimization (Field marketing, social, website strategy, collateral, and localized support)
Led national marketing initiatives including launch campaigns, media and PR strategy, and digital integrations (Online ordering, digital ads, third-party delivery) driving traffic and engagement
Managed internal direct reports and a distributed roster of freelancers and agency partners; experienced in frequent agency transitions and rapid onboarding
Background in events and promotions with a strong preference for brand-first food and beverage and CPG opportunities
Location & Availability
Based in Phoenix, AZ
Seeking hybrid or remote opportunities
✨ Manager, Research & Insights - Strategic leader with extensive experience designing and executing quantitative and mixed-method studies to turn Voice of the Customer *VOC) data into actionable business and CX improvements
Core Expertise
End-to-end survey research and analytics: Study design, questionnaire programming, advanced online survey tooling
VOC synthesis: Combine customer feedback with business metrics to find root causes and prioritize improvements
Vendor and project management: Scope programs, manage fieldwork vendors, timelines, QA, and automated reporting workflows
Storytelling and executive presentation: Translate findings into executive-level insights and visualizations for C-suite decision-makers
Training and tools: Develop analytics enablement (Looker, Snowflake, SQL, Hex) and build recurring reporting frameworks
Experience Snapshot
Directed mixed-method customer experience studies (qualitative, quantitative, and mystery shopping) that prioritized operational improvements and launched targeted pilot programs
Identified ancillary benefit optimizations projecting ~$600K in cost savings through targeted strategy changes and micro-analyses of service satisfaction drivers
Integrated VOC and operational data to surface root causes and trigger pilot programs addressing scheduling friction and service. delivery gaps
Built recurring VOC reporting cadence for executive stakeholders and partnered with digital product teams to create custom event-trigger reporting and website enhancement metrics
Led high-visibility B2B and B2C research across clinical and consumer contexts - message testing, member communication optimization, naming research, and longitudinal tracking - regularly presenting findings to senior leadership and mentoring junior analysts
Location & Availability
Based in Phoenix, AZ
Seeking onsite, hybrid, or remote opportunities
💌 Please email taylor@kellergroupstaffing.com if you or your hiring team are interested in connecting with these candidates.
Connecting with The Keller Group: Recruiter Spotlight Q&A
Featuring Liz Martin, Managing Director, Accounting & Finance
What is one tip you wish every candidate or client knew when job searching or hiring?
"Pay attention to to the details and trust your intuition. Our instincts rarely fail us when we take the time to listen. That's true whether you're considering a new job opportunity or deciding who to hire."
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