Amy Jacobus

Amy Jacobus is the Founder and Lead Marketing Strategist for Grounded Growth Marketing, a company that designs honest, values-based marketing plans for arts organizations, nonprofits, and creative entrepreneurs.1

Professional Background:

• A former dancer with a background in investigative journalism, Amy approaches marketing with both artistry and rigor1
• She has worked with notable organizations like Christopher Duggan Photography, Dance Education Laboratory, Jacob's Pillow, and The Prince Estate1
• Her professional experience includes marketing roles at Dance New Amsterdam, Ellen Jacobs Associates, and Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet1

Education and Training:

• Graduated from the University of Iowa with a BA in Dance, Journalism and Mass Communications (2004-2009)1

Professional Approach: Amy specializes in helping creative professionals and mission-driven organizations develop strategic marketing plans. She focuses on:

• Creating actionable steps from big-picture goals
• Understanding not just WHAT clients want to achieve, but WHY
• Developing sustainable marketing systems for long-term growth1

Recognition:

• Received an Honorable Mention for the 2020 Enterprising Women Champions award, which recognizes women business owners who mentor entrepreneurs and lead in their communities1

Her company, Grounded Growth Marketing, aims to help clients step back from panic-driven marketing and develop more intentional, meaningful promotional strategies.1