I’m Elena Aracri, a creative marketing and operations professional with 8+ years helping local brands, founders, and small businesses grow with clarity and intention. I blend visual storytelling, client experience, and efficient backend execution to deliver measurable results. From social media strategy and brand storytelling to hands-on project coordination and operations support, I build scalable systems that free founders to focus on what they love. I thrive in collaborative settings and enjoy turning creative ideas into practical, repeatable processes.

Elena Aracri

I’m Elena Aracri, a creative marketing and operations professional with 8+ years helping local brands, founders, and small businesses grow with clarity and intention. I blend visual storytelling, client experience, and efficient backend execution to deliver measurable results. From social media strategy and brand storytelling to hands-on project coordination and operations support, I build scalable systems that free founders to focus on what they love. I thrive in collaborative settings and enjoy turning creative ideas into practical, repeatable processes.

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I’m Elena Aracri, a creative marketing and operations professional with 8+ years helping local brands, founders, and small businesses grow with clarity and intention. I blend visual storytelling, client experience, and efficient backend execution to deliver measurable results.

From social media strategy and brand storytelling to hands-on project coordination and operations support, I build scalable systems that free founders to focus on what they love. I thrive in collaborative settings and enjoy turning creative ideas into practical, repeatable processes.

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Work Experience

Marketing & Client Experience Consultant (Contract) at Nine Roses Jewelers
January 1, 2020 - Present
Social media strategy, brand voice, and visual storytelling; Custom client communications, timelines, and follow-ups; Seasonal campaigns, launches, and promotional emails
Marketing & Operations Support (Contract) at Byrdhouse Real Estate
January 1, 2023 - Present
Client outreach, community events, and pop-by initiatives; Email newsletters, marketing calendars, and branded materials
Owner & Operator at Yellow Tiger's Den (Airbnb)
January 1, 2021 - Present
End-to-end short-term rental operations and guest experience
Founder & Content Creator at Stitchmond
January 1, 2017 - Present
Commission-based embroidery and design business; Client management, pricing, timelines, and fulfillment; Branded content and custom artwork
Social Media & Marketing Manager at Nota Bene
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2020
Social media management and content creation; Brand re-launch and transition to brick-and-mortar

Education

Bachelor of Science, Creative Advertising (Minor: Italian Language) at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
Study Abroad at Perugia, Italy (Study Abroad Program)
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services