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EXPERIENCE

CHERI GERSON - MARKETING & DIGITAL GROWTH STRATEGIST

​MARKETING LEADER | DIGITAL ACQUISITION & GROWTH STRATEGY

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​Strategic, data-driven marketing leader with 20+ years of experience driving digital acquisition, demand generation, and CRM-driven engagement across real estate, technology, retail, e-commerce, fashion, consumer products, and professional services. Proven track record of improving SEO/SEM performance, conversion optimization, and pipeline growth through analytics-led decision making, cross-functional collaboration, and scalable digital platforms. Experienced in highly regulated and mission-driven environments, translating marketing investment into measurable outcomes aligned with organizational goals.

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CORE COMPETENCIES

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  • Digital Acquisition & Growth Strategy

  • Demand Generation & Pipeline Acceleration

  • Performance Marketing (SEO, SEM, Paid Media, Social)

  • Lifecycle Marketing & Marketing Automation

  • Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) & A/B Testing

  • Analytics, KPI Frameworks & Executive Reporting

  • Marketing Technology (MarTech) & CMS Platforms

  • Cross-Functional Leadership & Executive Alignment

  • Budget Oversight & Vendor Management

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TECHNOLOGY & PLATFORMS

Salesforce, Pardot, SharpSpring, Google Analytics, Google Ads, Sitecore, WordPress, HubSpot, Wix, Raven Tools, Paid Social Platforms, CRM & Marketing Automation Systems, and more. 

 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

 

Marcus & Millichap – Commercial Real Estate
Digital Marketing Specialist | Calabasas, CA | 2018–2025

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  • Delivered enterprise digital acquisition and performance marketing strategy across 80+ offices and ~2,000 agents throughout the U.S. and Canada, supporting national revenue growth initiatives.

  • Managed SEO, SEM, paid media, social, web strategy, analytics, and CRM-integrated lead generation programs to improve pipeline visibility and conversion performance.

  • Partnered cross-functionally with IT, product, legal/compliance, research, PR, and executive leadership to deliver multi-million-dollar website and marketing technology transformations on time and on budget.

  • Designed and implemented enterprise KPI frameworks and executive dashboards to track ROI, marketing-sourced pipeline, engagement metrics, and revenue contribution.

  • Optimized digital user journeys through data analysis, CRO initiatives, and SEO enhancements to increase lead quality, engagement, and agent productivity.

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National Positions – Digital Marketing Agency
Senior Client Partner | Westlake Village, CA | 2016–2018

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  • Owned full-funnel acquisition strategy including SEO, SEM, paid social, content marketing, analytics, and marketing automation for 150+ clients across diverse industries.

  • Improved client lead quality, engagement, and conversion performance through continuous testing, reporting, and performance optimization initiatives.

  • Collaborated with Google, SharpSpring, Raven Tools, ReachLocal, and internal development teams to deliver high-performing websites, CRM-integrated funnels, and scalable growth programs aligned to revenue targets.

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Key Information Systems – Technology Integrator
Marketing Communications Manager | Agoura Hills, CA | 2014–2016

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  • Led corporate demand generation strategy in a B2B technology environment, integrating SEO, paid media, content marketing, and analytics to support sales pipeline growth.

  • Managed strategic partner marketing initiatives with IBM, HP, Cisco, and KeyCloud, aligning campaigns with joint go-to-market strategies.

  • Developed executive reporting frameworks to measure marketing contribution to pipeline velocity and revenue performance.

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Lights on Broadway / Synertech International – E-Commerce
E-Commerce Manager | Woodland Hills, CA | 2009–2014

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  • Directed end-to-end e-commerce operations and digital acquisition strategy across multiple consumer brands and marketplaces.

  • Managed Amazon, eBay, and Sears marketplaces while optimizing SEO, paid search, email marketing, and social media campaigns.

  • Increased online revenue and customer lifetime value through analytics-driven CRO initiatives and A/B testing strategies.

 

EARLIER LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

 

Progressive leadership roles spanning marketing, sales, retail operations, and consulting:

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  • Vice President of Marketing – Accelerated I/O, Inc.

  • Director of Sales & Marketing – Global Tax Network / Quark

  • Marketing & Communications Manager – John Atencio Designer Jewelry

  • Group Ticket Sales – Menopause The Musical (Generated $500K+ Additional Ticket Sales)

  • Marketing Consultant – Retail, E-Commerce, Consumer Products

  • Catalog Manager – Snoopy Etc. Retail Catalog

  • Assistant Buyer / Corporate Sales – Zale Corporation, Bailey Banks & Biddle Fine Jewelers

 

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

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B.S. Business Administration & Marketing – University of Arizona
Google Analytics • Google Ads • Marketing Automation • Social Media Marketing

 

BOARD & COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP

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Treasurer, Board of Directors – Shadow Ridge at Oak Park HOA (2019–2024)

  • Provided financial oversight, budgeting, reserve planning, and governance communications to support long-term fiscal sustainability and operational transparency.

©2026 by Cheri Gerson

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