Ben Bocklage
About Ben Bocklage
Ben Bocklage serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at HLK, a position he has held since 2017. He has a background in marketing from the University of Notre Dame and has held various roles in prominent companies, including Anheuser-Busch and FleishmanHillard.
Work at HLK
Ben Bocklage has served as the Chief Strategy Officer at HLK since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for guiding the strategic direction of the agency and overseeing various initiatives to enhance client engagement and brand development. His experience in strategic planning and branding contributes to HLK's mission of delivering effective marketing solutions. Bocklage's leadership at HLK has been instrumental in driving growth and innovation within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Ben Bocklage earned a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from the University of Notre Dame, where he studied from 1995 to 1999. His educational background provides a solid foundation in marketing principles and strategies, which he has applied throughout his career. Bocklage's expertise encompasses brand management, strategic planning, and marketing communications, making him a knowledgeable leader in the field.
Background
Bocklage began his career at Anheuser-Busch, where he worked as a Brand Manager for Budweiser from 2005 to 2007 in the Greater St. Louis Area. He then progressed to Anheuser-Busch InBev, serving as Director of Imports, Craft, and Specialty from 2007 to 2013. Following his tenure at Anheuser-Busch InBev, he joined FleishmanHillard as Vice President of Strategic Planning and Branding from 2014 to 2016. This diverse background in both corporate and agency environments has equipped him with a broad perspective on marketing strategies.
Professional Experience
Throughout his career, Ben Bocklage has accumulated extensive experience in brand management and strategic planning. His roles at Anheuser-Busch and Anheuser-Busch InBev involved overseeing brand strategies and product positioning within competitive markets. At FleishmanHillard, he focused on strategic planning and branding initiatives, enhancing his skills in client relations and campaign development. This varied professional experience has contributed to his effectiveness as Chief Strategy Officer at HLK.