Kera De Mars
About Kera De Mars
Kera De Mars serves as the Head of Marketing at Hustle Fund, where she has worked since 2019. With a background in event production and operations, she has held various roles at The Hustle and Apartment List, showcasing her expertise in marketing and community engagement.
Current Role at Hustle Fund
Kera De Mars serves as the Head of Marketing at Hustle Fund, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing marketing strategies and initiatives that support the organization’s goals. Her leadership in marketing has contributed to the growth and visibility of Hustle Fund within the investment community.
Previous Experience at The Hustle
Kera De Mars worked at The Hustle in various roles from 2015 to 2019. She served as Director of Operations for two years, where she managed operational processes. Following this, she took on the role of Director of Events for two years, focusing on event planning and execution. She was also the Chief of Staff for six months, contributing to strategic initiatives and organizational management.
Background in Marketing and Operations
Kera De Mars has a diverse background in marketing and operations, having worked at Apartment List in multiple capacities. She started as Office Manager & Executive Assistant from 2011 to 2013, then transitioned to Senior Marketing Associate for nine months in 2014, and later served as Operations Coordinator for ten months in 2013. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in both operational and marketing functions.
Educational Background
Kera De Mars studied at the University of California, Santa Barbara, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in English from 2006 to 2010. Additionally, she studied at the University of California, Rome, focusing on Sociology, English, Urban Planning, History, and Italian Language and Culture for eleven months in 2009. This educational background supports her expertise in communication and cultural understanding.
Event Production and Community Engagement
Kera De Mars produces Camp Hustle, an event designed for investors to connect and network, showcasing her skills in event production. She also created and managed a customer acquisition bootcamp for portfolio companies at Hustle Fund. Furthermore, she oversees multiple free community events, both in-person and virtual, aimed at fostering relationships between investors and founders, highlighting her commitment to community engagement.