Hi, I’m Keri Bunkers. I’m an Executive Event Producer and Experiential Marketing Manager with more than a decade of experience delivering multi-faceted corporate and entertainment events for top brands in sports, entertainment, retail, and beyond. I’m a client-facing leader with a clear communication style, strong project management skills, and a proven track record of building lasting relationships. I excel at strategy, experiential design, budget management, venue/vendor coordination, stakeholder relationships, and post-event analysis, consistently delivering engaging experiences that align with business goals. I’ve built and mentored teams of all sizes, integrated partners and sponsors, and driven end-to-end execution from concept through on-site delivery. My hands-on approach covers creative strategy, builds/fabrication, tech, décor, F&B, staffing, and post-mortems, with a focus on collaboration, accountability, and measurable impact for clients and partners alike.

Keri Bunkers

Hi, I’m Keri Bunkers. I’m an Executive Event Producer and Experiential Marketing Manager with more than a decade of experience delivering multi-faceted corporate and entertainment events for top brands in sports, entertainment, retail, and beyond. I’m a client-facing leader with a clear communication style, strong project management skills, and a proven track record of building lasting relationships. I excel at strategy, experiential design, budget management, venue/vendor coordination, stakeholder relationships, and post-event analysis, consistently delivering engaging experiences that align with business goals. I’ve built and mentored teams of all sizes, integrated partners and sponsors, and driven end-to-end execution from concept through on-site delivery. My hands-on approach covers creative strategy, builds/fabrication, tech, décor, F&B, staffing, and post-mortems, with a focus on collaboration, accountability, and measurable impact for clients and partners alike.

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Hi, I’m Keri Bunkers. I’m an Executive Event Producer and Experiential Marketing Manager with more than a decade of experience delivering multi-faceted corporate and entertainment events for top brands in sports, entertainment, retail, and beyond. I’m a client-facing leader with a clear communication style, strong project management skills, and a proven track record of building lasting relationships. I excel at strategy, experiential design, budget management, venue/vendor coordination, stakeholder relationships, and post-event analysis, consistently delivering engaging experiences that align with business goals.

I’ve built and mentored teams of all sizes, integrated partners and sponsors, and driven end-to-end execution from concept through on-site delivery. My hands-on approach covers creative strategy, builds/fabrication, tech, décor, F&B, staffing, and post-mortems, with a focus on collaboration, accountability, and measurable impact for clients and partners alike.

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Work Experience

Executive Event Producer & Experiential Marketing Manager – Independent Contractor at Independent Contractor / Self-employed
January 1, 2008 - Present
Producing multi-faceted corporate and entertainment events for top brands in sports, entertainment, retail, and related sectors. Client-facing leader with clear communication, solid project management, and strong client relationships. Expertise in 360° project management, creative strategy, budget management, venue/vendor selection/management, stakeholder relationships, technology, builds, fabrication, entertainment, décor, F&B, staffing, and post-mortems. Profitably managed budgets up to $3MM.
Partnerships & Program Manager at Not Just a Label, LLC
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Spearheaded development and GTM launch of NJAL+ (SaaS) membership, generating nearly $250,000 in 3 months. Identified and cultivated 50+ strategic partnerships, negotiated bespoke agreements and served as the executive client liaison for Fortune 500 brands, including Apple, WWD, Squarespace, and FedEx. Secured exclusive opportunities and pricing for NJAL+ designers across 26 countries. Developed marketing, sales, and enrollment strategies, including digital campaigns and newsletters. Reported directly to the CEO and produced monthly business overviews and action plans.
Market Manager - Nescafe Dolce Gusto Pop-Up Café Pilot Program at Nestle USA / Mosaic Marketing
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Managed client and agency relationships while steering the pop-up café pilot program. Oversaw daily operations, venue relations, asset management, logistics, inventory, customer service and KPI reporting. Trained 25+ product sales specialists and one inventory manager.
Senior Specialist, Loyalty: Take Charge of Education and Target Rewards at Target Corporation - Target Financial Services
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Developed targeted direct marketing campaigns to drive cardholder enrollment, usage, and retention for loyalty programs. Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure strategic alignment and process improvements.
Account Leader, Partnership Marketing at Carlson Marketing Worldwide – Carlson Companies
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2006
Prospected, negotiated and onboarded strategic partnerships and exclusive offers for financial services clients, increasing program billings. Advised clients on program direction and success metrics; managed marketing platforms to drive cardholder acquisition, spending, and loyalty.
Event Producer, Experiential Marketing at BI Worldwide
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Produced ENG experiential marketing activations from design through delivery. Collaborated with creative and BD teams to design client solutions, served as day-to-day client contact, led cross-functional teams, produced creative/decor elements, and managed onsite vendors and staff.

Education

B.S. in Marketing at St. Cloud State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Other