Dalton Dorné
About Dalton Dorné
Dalton Dorné serves as the Chief Marketing Officer at Tinuiti, where he has worked since 2018. He has a diverse background in marketing, having held various leadership roles at companies such as Merkle, Havas, and Ogilvy, and has received multiple awards for his contributions to the field.
Work at Tinuiti
Dalton Dorné has served as the Chief Marketing Officer at Tinuiti since 2018. During his tenure, he led the marketing team to significant achievements, including winning the Grand Stevie at the American Business Awards in 2021, recognizing Tinuiti as the most awarded marketing department. He played a crucial role in increasing the average deal size of marketing-generated deals by 63% within his first year. Additionally, he contributed to Tinuiti's top 2 share of voice in 2021, with six mentions in the Wall Street Journal. His leadership also facilitated the successful integration of acquisitions into Tinuiti's brand strategy.
Previous Experience
Before joining Tinuiti, Dalton Dorné held several key positions in marketing and communications. He worked at Merkle as Vice President of Marketing from 2015 to 2017, and later served as Senior Vice President and Head of Marketing for the Americas from 2017 to 2018. His earlier roles include Marketing Manager and Account Manager at Abroad China from 2002 to 2004, and Corporate Communications Manager at Ogilvy from 2004 to 2008. He also held positions at Havas Worldwide, including Acting Global Chief Communications Officer in 2011 and Regional Marketing Director for Asia Pacific from 2008 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Dalton Dorné earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Elon University, where he studied History and International Studies, with a minor in Asian Studies, from 1999 to 2003. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in marketing and communications across diverse markets, including the Asia Pacific region. This academic experience complements his extensive professional background in various marketing roles, enhancing his strategic approach to brand management and marketing initiatives.
Achievements
Dalton Dorné has received recognition for his contributions to the marketing field. He achieved a Gold Stevie award for Marketing Executive of the Year, highlighting his impact in the industry. At Tinuiti, he successfully developed and launched Mobius, a productized technology offering. His efforts resulted in over 9,500 Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs) passed to sales annually. Additionally, he played a key role in Tinuiti's successful exit to New Mountain Capital in December 2020, further underscoring his effectiveness in driving business growth.