Blu Nordgren
About Blu Nordgren
Blu Nordgren is a Senior Customer Events Manager at Planet DDS, with extensive experience in marketing communications and event management across various organizations. They have worked in roles ranging from Indoor Cycling Instructor at Crunch Fitness to Manager of Marketing Communications at Cloud 9 Software.
Work at Planet DDS
Blu Nordgren has been serving as the Senior Customer Events Manager at Planet DDS since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for managing event sponsorships, which includes creating vendor prospectuses and soliciting sponsorships. He also develops marketing and communication strategies for events, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. His position is based in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area and is conducted remotely.
Previous Experience in Marketing and Events
Before joining Planet DDS, Blu Nordgren held several positions that contributed to his expertise in marketing and events management. He worked at Cloud 9 Software as Sr. Manager of Marketing and Demand Generation from 2022 to 2023 and as Manager of Marketing Communications from 2019 to 2021. His experience includes developing event feedback surveys to evaluate performance and improve future events. He also worked at ACENursing as a Marketing Communications Specialist from 2017 to 2019.
Background in Fitness and Coaching
Blu Nordgren has a background in the fitness industry, having worked as an Indoor Cycling Instructor at Crunch Fitness since 2022. He previously held roles at Flywheel Sports, where he served as Assistant Studio Manager and Boutique Coordinator from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he was the Studio Manager at Orangetheory Fitness from 2016 to 2017. His coaching experience includes working as Coach and Head of the Training and Recreation Team at Boston Roller Derby, LLC from 2012 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Blu Nordgren earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Media Arts and Design from James Madison University, where he also minored in Women's Studies and Film Studies. His educational background supports his expertise in creating marketing and communication strategies for events. He has been involved in various roles that require cross-departmental collaboration to achieve common goals.
Voiceover Talent Experience
In addition to his marketing and events management roles, Blu Nordgren has been working as a Voiceover Talent at Marketing Messages since 2005. This long-standing experience highlights his versatility and skills in communication, further enhancing his capabilities in marketing and event management.