I am a strategic entrepreneurial leader with a passion for turning bold ideas into measurable outcomes. I specialize in experiential marketing, brand strategy, event production, and business development, with a track record of launching brands, building revenue streams, and forging high-value partnerships while leading cross-functional teams. I thrive on blending creative vision with practical execution to deliver tangible results. I excel at driving growth through immersive brand activations, go-to-market strategies, and scalable operating processes. Whether steering large-scale events, shaping product positioning, or managing complex programs, I bring energy, collaboration, and a customer-focused mindset to every project.

Mary Beth Gempeler

I am a strategic entrepreneurial leader with a passion for turning bold ideas into measurable outcomes. I specialize in experiential marketing, brand strategy, event production, and business development, with a track record of launching brands, building revenue streams, and forging high-value partnerships while leading cross-functional teams. I thrive on blending creative vision with practical execution to deliver tangible results. I excel at driving growth through immersive brand activations, go-to-market strategies, and scalable operating processes. Whether steering large-scale events, shaping product positioning, or managing complex programs, I bring energy, collaboration, and a customer-focused mindset to every project.

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I am a strategic entrepreneurial leader with a passion for turning bold ideas into measurable outcomes. I specialize in experiential marketing, brand strategy, event production, and business development, with a track record of launching brands, building revenue streams, and forging high-value partnerships while leading cross-functional teams. I thrive on blending creative vision with practical execution to deliver tangible results.

I excel at driving growth through immersive brand activations, go-to-market strategies, and scalable operating processes. Whether steering large-scale events, shaping product positioning, or managing complex programs, I bring energy, collaboration, and a customer-focused mindset to every project.

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Work Experience

Co-Owner & President at 9280 Pond Hockey Tournament
June 1, 2023 - Present
Executive producer of a nationally recognized large-scale outdoor hockey tournament (9280 PHT established in 2015). Lead all aspects of business strategy, operations, partnerships, and financial management. Conceptualize and launch new initiatives for tournament infrastructure, operations, and growth strategy; secure and manage strategic sponsorships and community partnerships; lead vendor negotiations, retail sourcing, and on-site logistics; oversee budget planning, revenue generation, and expense management; direct on-site teams and event execution across multiple operational functions.
Director of Brand Management at Cultivate CPG Sales
July 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023
Led go-to-market and growth strategies for emerging CPG brands during a high-growth phase for the organization. Developed and executed GTM strategies for startup and growth-stage brands; built scalable in-house operational processes during phase-one company expansion; partnered with brand founders and teams to refine product positioning and retail readiness; drove revenue growth through strategic retail development and sales optimization.
Regional Director at Tommy’s Superfoods
January 1, 2018 - June 1, 2021
Directed regional sales growth and brand expansion initiatives. Managed brand activation, promotions strategy, and key account relationships; increased regional market penetration through targeted retail partnerships; led sales performance strategy and trade marketing initiatives.
Founder & Chief Production Officer at Pepper Productions
October 1, 2002 - January 1, 2018
Founded and operated a strategic marketing and event production agency serving clients across multiple industries. Delivered full-service experiential marketing campaigns and large-scale event production; drove client revenue growth through consumer engagement strategy and brand activation; managed P&L, client acquisition, vendor relationships, and cross-functional project teams; produced high-impact corporate events, sponsorship activations, and public-facing campaigns.
Co-Owner & Senior Vice President at RegPoint Solutions (SaaS Platform)
January 1, 2007 - December 1, 2011
Provided executive leadership across business strategy, marketing, sales development, and long-term go-to-market planning for the software’s expansions and integrations.
Brand Strategist & Director of Business Development at Cohn Marketing Group
June 1, 2005 - June 1, 2007
Led business development for the agency and created brand strategy initiatives for corporate clients.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communications at Bowling Green State University, Ohio
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Retail