Chris Gruening

Chris is our Partnership Development Director here at Brand Story Experts. Chris was born and raised in the Chicago suburbs then moved to sunny Southern California for 15 years prior to fulfilling his dream of becoming a Florida resident. He studied at Western Michigan University where he was a Quarterback for the football team and obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Communications and Media Studies from Concordia University Irvine, CA.

Chris is a go-getter and has thrived in the advertising and marketing world for his entire career. Proficient in Account Management, Data Analysis, and Strategic Planning, Chris has collaborated with a wide portfolio of large national brands/clients as well as a variety of media vendors to tactically ensure media campaigns reach mutual objectives. Chris has been a Senior Media Manager and a Senior Account Executive where he has worked diligently to ensure his clients’ needs are met and campaigns are performing. He has handled everything from media planning to analyzing client data as well as training media managers and administrative assistants in order to ensure success for his clients. His work ethic and determination to always get things done are evident in his day-to-day role here at Brand Story Experts.

Chris’ favorite part of his job is building relationships with both his coworkers and clients alike. The most rewarding feeling for him comes from creating a strategic marketing plan, executing it, and delivering awesome results. He compares his passion for his job to his passion for football – it’s similar to drawing up a play, scoring a touchdown, and celebrating the results. Outside of work, Chris is very active, enjoying anything on or near the water, especially fishing and enjoying the beautiful beaches here in Florida. An avid sports fan, you can find him cheering on college and NFL football during the fall but he also enjoys working out, jogging, and playing golf. His bucket list includes traveling to Germany, experiencing Christmas in New York City, and owning a boat.

In 2022, Chris was promoted from Client Relationship Manager to Partnership Development Director. Chris worked passionately as a Client Relationship Manager with our team for 3 years. He is devoted to ensuring our clients’ stories are celebrated and that we are doing all we can to execute strategic marketing campaigns with measurable results. Chris is an Influencer when it comes to Brand Story Experts, our process, and how each department works to lead our clients to success.

Certifications
Google Ads Video • Google Ads Mobile • Google Ads Fundamentals • Google Ads Display • Google Ads Search • Google Analytics • Programmatic Digital Certification • Google Analytics 4

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