Carly Launius
About Carly Launius
Carly Launius is the Manager of Community Relations and Sponsorships at Brown-Forman, where she has worked since 2016. She has a background in telecommunications and has held various roles in media and nonprofit organizations.
Current Role at Brown-Forman
Carly Launius serves as the Manager of Community Relations and Sponsorships at Brown-Forman, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she manages ticket subsidy and papering programs, collaborating closely with the Development and Programming departments. Carly oversees ticket sales through a private Membership Hotline, catering to over one thousand donors and VIPs. She spearheads a group ticket solicitation program, which has become a growing revenue stream for the organization. Additionally, she acts as the primary ticket liaison for the Kentucky Center, organizing events such as the Christmas at the Galt House Hotel holiday festival.
Previous Experience in Media and Nonprofit Sectors
Before her current role, Carly Launius gained diverse experience in media and nonprofit sectors. She worked as a Production Assistant at WHAS-TV in Louisville, Kentucky, for 11 months from 2008 to 2009. Carly also served as a Major Gift Officer at the American Red Cross for six months in 2015 to 2016. Her earlier experience includes a position as a Crew Member at WTIU-TV (PBS) in Bloomington, Indiana, from 2006 to 2007, and as a Marketing Intern at Buskirk-Chumley Theater in 2007.
Educational Background
Carly Launius studied at Indiana University Bloomington, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Telecommunications with a focus on Production and Design. Her studies spanned from 2004 to 2008. Prior to her university education, she attended North Harrison High School, where she laid the foundation for her future academic and professional pursuits.
Skills and Expertise in Ticketing and Sales Management
Carly Launius possesses extensive knowledge of Tessitura ticketing software, which she utilizes to manage and track ticket sales effectively. She oversees all aspects of group sales, from initial contact to payment processing, while cultivating new sales contacts. Carly also proofs all ticketing setups and marketing materials related to membership and group sales. Her proficiency in Microsoft Excel allows her to track and report on member, group, subsidy, and specialized ticket sales.