Nick Kastner

Nick Kastner is a marketing professional based in Gainesville, Georgia, who currently serves as the Director of Brand and Digital Strategy at Forum Communications, Inc.1 He has held this position since September 2018, where he focuses on helping clients build consistent and meaningful brand messaging, as well as leveraging the digital space for their organizational benefit.1

Professional Experience

In addition to his role at Forum Communications, Nick has an extensive background in marketing and education:

Academic Involvement::

• Adjunct Instructor at the University of North Georgia since January 2009, teaching various marketing courses including Digital Marketing and Analytics1

Previous Positions::

• Marketing Manager at the Mike Cottrell College of Business, University of North Georgia (May 2013 - September 2018)1
• Interactive Marketing Director at Red Clay Interactive (November 2007 - May 2013)1

Expertise and Achievements

Nick Kastner's expertise spans several areas of marketing:

Digital Marketing::

• Holds certifications in Google Ads Search, Google Analytics, and Inbound Marketing from HubSpot1
• Experienced in implementing digital marketing campaigns, including SEO, SEM, social media, and email marketing1

Brand Strategy::

• Leads brand strategies for Forum Communications' clients1
• Achieved significant growth in enrollment and digital engagement during his tenure at the University of North Georgia1

Awards and Recognition:: Nick has been involved in numerous award-winning projects, including:

• 2022 W3 Awards - Gold for the redesign of DanleySoundLabs.com1
• 2022 MarCom Awards - Platinum for the Reach Your Peak Integrated Marketing Campaign for Piedmont University1
• 2021 Hermes Creative Awards - Platinum for Integrated Marketing Campaign1

Education and Certifications

While his specific educational background is not mentioned, Nick holds several professional certifications:

• Certified Financial Marketing Professional (American Bankers Association)1
• Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®) from Scrum Alliance1
• Certified Agile Marketing Specialist from Agile Marketing Academy1

Nick Kastner's diverse experience in both agency and academic settings, combined with his numerous certifications and awards, positions him as a well-rounded expert in brand strategy and digital marketing.