What a great example of the power of event marketing, social media and relationships -- especially when combined with a great product! Sampling to a very targeted audience, gifting Diplomático to Jay Z, along with an original artwork. Wow! Great work, Kenya.
Kelly Emerson
Creative Designer & Developer
About Me
With over 15 years in digital marketing, Influencer campaigns, and paid social media strategy, she’s built a career turning engagement into measurable growth. A former Harper’s BAZAAR content producer, Kenya knows how to craft stories that resonate and drive influence.
She’s led global launches for Disaronno International, orchestrated a high-impact cultural moment for Diplomático Rum and Jay-Z’s 50th, and boosted streaming sales for films under RLJE Films / AMC Networks.
Her mix of brand storytelling, celebrity partnerships, and multicultural marketing has generated over $956K in incremental revenue.
Kenya ensures brands don’t just show up online, they show up authentically and profitably.
Expertise
Influencer & Creator Marketing- Paid Social Media Strategy
- Brand Partnerships
- Social Campaigns & Performance Marketing
- Cross-Platform Content Strategy
- Community Development
- Scalable Creator Frameworks
- Digital Brand Storytelling
- Multicultural Marketing
- VIP & Celebrity Collaborations
- Social Listening & Trend Analysis
- Measurement & Reporting
- EMV & ROI Optimization
AWARDS & AFFILIATIONS
- John Barleycorn Award For Diplomatico Rum Social Media
- Society Of Professional Journalists
- Writing.io AI Certification For Writers
Education
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2015
School of Visual Arts , NYC
Certificate -
2013 - 2015
The College of New Rochelle
Bachelor of Art, Communications
Experience
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2024 - present
Bullfrog + Baum / ICR / Blue Engine
Vice President, Digital -
2017 - present
Freelance
Digital & Influencer Marketing Consultant -
2023- 2024
Bullfrog + Baum / ICR / Blue Engine
Senior Manager, Digital -
2021-2023
Bullfrog + Baum / ICR LLC
Senior Manager, Digital & Influencer -
2021
AlFeade Records
Social Media & Audience Development Strategist -
2018-2021
Colangelo & Partners
Influencer Marketing Manager / Assistant Content manager -
2016 - 2017
Hearst Magazines (Harper’s BAZAAR & Esquire)|
Social Media Producer
Testimonials
Gino Colangelo
Founder, Colangelo & Partners
Thank you for your expertise and hardwork in making Dewé #1 on the Afro-Beats charts.
Adeola Adedewe
CEO / Founder, AlFeade Records