Phoenix Suns

The Origin Story, Unfiltered

2015 - 2016

I didn’t set out to work in finance — in fact, even when I tried to dodge accounting, it followed me like a shadow through every Business class. I’ve built powerful, audience-first digital ecosystems across industries — from media to healthcare and fitness, and hospitality to pro sports — always leading with sharp insights, clear voice strategy, and serious operational muscle. Then I stepped into the most regulated industry out there… and built what legacy couldn’t. From relaunching a dormant Instagram channel to empowering 19,000+ advisors, I led a social transformation with strategy, soul, and zero shortcuts. When legacy lagged, I led — and proved that the hardest math just needed better storytelling.

Digital Activation Specialist

2015 - 2016

The OG Lucky #13

Only female consultant on a 13-person digital squad — broke records, broke necks, broke the mold, paving the way for women in sports.

Held my own, changed the tone, and redefined what front-office power could look like

Cemented my place as the go-to creative and execution lead for partner social brand moments

Partner Social Activation & Performance Uplift

Activated 70M+ impressions and 2.2K+ branded partner social posts, SMS + push notifications across the Suns ecosystem

Boosted partner post volume by +56% and impressions by +22% YoY

Led activations for all campaigns tied to the Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, Northern Arizona Suns, Arizona Rattlers, and arena partners

Maximized sponsor ROI through seamless cross-channel execution across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, SMS, Suns.com, and mobile app, delivering brand synergy and fan engagement

Social & Digital Reporting Overhaul

Transformed raw metrics into strategic reporting decks with insights and screenshots. Drove optimization with actionable insights, not just data dumps

Created a culture of actionable analytics – so digital wasn’t just busywork, it was business growth

Built standardized reporting templates for each partner to streamline tracking and highlight ROI

Revamped “expiring ads” reports with the NBA to prevent panic and enable proactive planning

Digital Ad Workflow Optimization

Partnered with the National Basketball Association (NBA) to audit ad placements vs. contracts across

Centralized ad submissions for the NBA + saved each activation manager 5+ hours per week

Rolled out templates, routing flows, and QA specs – delivering 92% lift in placement accuracy and slashing excess inventory by 80%

Earned trust from the NBA, execs, and cross-functional teams by aligning placements with real contract value and increased revenue

Suns Media Day – Fan Focused Visuals

Styled players with props for upcoming theme nights: lightsabers, WWE belts, superhero cape, Captain America shield

Fueled social engagements and created evergreen content that fans loved and partners loved more

Caught national media buzz – ESPN’s SportsCenter tweeted a photo of TJ Warren in full retro boombox mode and Sports Illustrated used the same photo in their '15 NBA Media Day roundup. Both leading to majorly dope career highlights

May the 4th Be With You featured Devin Booker with a Yoda backpack, Eric Bledsoe in a cape, and Tyson Chandler rocking the title belt

Enhanced Fan Experience: Social Media Lounge

Transformed the Effen Vodka VIP Lounge into an in-arena Suns Social Media Lounge with UGC activations on live-feed digital walls

Curated live fan activations: branded props, Gorilla mascot meet-and-greets, step-and-repeat photo ops, cardboard player cutouts

Drove shares/retweets/reposts, sparked community, and gave fans front-row access from anywhere

Optimized activations based on real-time interaction tracking

Moderated UGC via Spredfast to keep content on-brand and family-friendly

Cross-Departmental Leadership & Recognition

Collaborated with 9 departments: Digital, Creative, Marketing, Ticket Sales, Game Entertainment, PHX Mercury, AZ Rattlers, NAZ Suns, and Community Relations

Built and emceed the “State of the Suns” end-of-season performance deck for senior leadership

Earned the Best Data Acquisition Award for a Facebook Lead Gen campaign tied to the Draft Lottery

Lustre Rooftop x USA Today Activation - Best Rooftop Bar in America

Turned a flat print ad for Best Rooftop Bar in America into a high-energy photo shoot just one month into the role

Collaborated with Suns and Mercury mascots and dance squads to generate 80K+ impressions and a ton of rooftop bar votes

Awards Stash 🏆​

2009 - Present

Best Data Acquisition Award

2018

Facebook Lead Generation Campaign for the Suns Draft Lottery

Attended NBA League Meetings in Austin, TX

SportsCenter Media Day Tweet

2019

Caught national media buzz! ESPN’s SportsCenter tweeted a photo of TJ Warren in full retro boombox mode. Sports Illustrated the Associated Press used the same pic in their '15 NBA Media Day roundup + Booker with Yoda in USA TODAY. HUGE career winS! https://www.si.com/nba/2014/09/29/awkward-nba-media-day-moments
https://www.si.com/nba/2015/09/30/strangest-photos-2015-nba-media-day https://apimagesblog.com/blog/2015/09/29/2015-nba-media-day https://www.usatoday.com/picture-gallery/sports/nba/2015/09/28/nba-media-days-2015/73000984/

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Strategy that Scales.

Solutions that Stick.