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I'm Karen Kloss Bryant, a retired special education teacher from Little Rock, Arkansas, with 27 years in classrooms and a passion for helping people grow. In recent years I expanded into experiential marketing, planning and executing nationwide activations, coordinating logistics from load-in to load-out, and delivering engaging tastings and team-building experiences for brands. I bring adaptability, creative problem-solving, and a collaborative mindset to every campaign. My background in education and hands-on event work helps me connect with people, train ambassadors, and drive positive outcomes at tour stops and events. I’m excited to contribute organizational strength and a results-driven approach to a dynamic team.…I'm Karen Kloss Bryant, a retired special education teacher from Little Rock, Arkansas, with 27 years in classrooms and a passion for helping people grow. In recent years I expanded into experiential marketing, planning and executing nationwide activations, coordinating logistics from load-in to load-out, and delivering engaging tastings and team-building experiences for brands. I bring adaptability, creative problem-solving, and a collaborative mindset to every campaign. My background in education and hands-on event work helps me connect with people, train ambassadors, and drive positive outcomes at tour stops and events. I’m excited to contribute organizational strength and a results-driven approach to a dynamic team.

Karen Kloss Bryant

Brand Strategist, Marketing Strategist, Project Manager, +4

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I'm Karen Kloss Bryant, a retired special education teacher from Little Rock, Arkansas, with 27 years in classrooms and a passion for helping people grow. In recent years I expanded into experiential marketing, planning and executing nationwide activations, coordinating logistics from load-in to load-out, and delivering engaging tastings and team-building experiences for brands. I bring adaptability, creative problem-solving, and a collaborative mindset to every campaign. My background in education and hands-on event work helps me connect with people, train ambassadors, and drive positive outcomes at tour stops and events. I’m excited to contribute organizational strength and a results-driven approach to a dynamic team.…I'm Karen Kloss Bryant, a retired special education teacher from Little Rock, Arkansas, with 27 years in classrooms and a passion for helping people grow. In recent years I expanded into experiential marketing, planning and executing nationwide activations, coordinating logistics from load-in to load-out, and delivering engaging tastings and team-building experiences for brands. I bring adaptability, creative problem-solving, and a collaborative mindset to every campaign. My background in education and hands-on event work helps me connect with people, train ambassadors, and drive positive outcomes at tour stops and events. I’m excited to contribute organizational strength and a results-driven approach to a dynamic team.

Available to hire

I’m Karen Kloss Bryant, a retired special education teacher from Little Rock, Arkansas, with 27 years in classrooms and a passion for helping people grow. In recent years I expanded into experiential marketing, planning and executing nationwide activations, coordinating logistics from load-in to load-out, and delivering engaging tastings and team-building experiences for brands.

I bring adaptability, creative problem-solving, and a collaborative mindset to every campaign. My background in education and hands-on event work helps me connect with people, train ambassadors, and drive positive outcomes at tour stops and events. I’m excited to contribute organizational strength and a results-driven approach to a dynamic team.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Brand Identity

Intermediate

Video Advert

Intermediate

Presentation Design

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Team Lead Brand Ambassador at Various (Diageo brands, Ole Smoky Moonshine, Sugar Lands Moonshine, Beat Box, Stateside Vodka, Coors, Hennessy)

January 1, 2019 - Present

Led and executed nationwide brand activations and tastings, coordinating logistics from load-in to load-out; conducted guerilla marketing for clients such as Dunkin' Donuts and Splash Car Wash; facilitated team-building activities (Bike Build, Go Game) to enhance engagement and drive conversion.

Tour Manager / Brand Ambassador at SPEVCO

August 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025

Directed daily operations of tour activations; scheduled events and served as point of contact for each event; set up and tore down expandable event trailer and interactive stations; trained student ambassadors on VRs and simulators; represented client brands in speaking roles (6–12x daily); managed photography and event reports to ensure positive conversions at each tour stop.

Special Education Teacher / Case Manager at LRSD (Little Rock School District)

August 1, 2007 - August 1, 2023

Worked with all grade levels from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade; developed IEPs; partnered with teams to facilitate and transition individuals into the workforce; supported community and transition services.

Team Lead Brand Ambassador

January 1, 2019 - Present

Led nationwide activations and tastings, coordinating logistics for on- and off-premise events, including loads-in/out. Conducted 100+ tastings across multiple brands, organized guerilla marketing efforts, and facilitated team-building activities such as Bike Build and Go Game sessions. Responsibilities included coordinating all aspects of events and ensuring cohesive, high-energy experiences.