Kelli (Lighthizer) Nenaber, MBA
About Kelli (Lighthizer) Nenaber, MBA
Kelli (Lighthizer) Nenaber, MBA, is the Regional Marketing Director at Westfield, with extensive experience in event execution, strategic planning, and brand management.
Company
Kelli (Lighthizer) Nenaber is currently employed at Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield, a premium global developer and operator of flagship destinations. She serves as the Senior Director of Marketing, positioned at the Westfield UTC in San Diego, and has held this role since 2018. Her responsibilities include overseeing marketing initiatives and strategies that align with the company's goals to enhance consumer engagement and drive traffic to their properties.
Title
Kelli serves as the Regional Marketing Director at Westfield, a title she has held since 2017. She is based in the Greater San Diego Area and is responsible for the overall marketing strategies for the region. Her role involves strategic planning, brand management, and consumer-focused marketing initiatives designed to enhance the company's market presence.
Background
Kelli has an extensive background in public affairs, events, and community relations. She previously worked at Southwest Strategies as the Manager of Public Affairs from 2015 to 2017. Prior to that, she was the Events & Communications Manager at Macerich Co. (Santa Monica Place) from 2012 to 2014. Her early career included positions such as Director of Community Relations & Events at the Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce (2010-2012) and Community Relations Coordinator at Many Mansions (2008-2010).
Education and Expertise
Kelli holds an MBA in Management & Organizational Behavior as well as a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing, both from California Lutheran University. Her education has provided her with a strong foundation in strategic planning, organizational behavior, and marketing, which she effectively applies in her various professional roles.
Achievements
Kelli's career is marked by her ability to execute dynamic events and develop innovative marketing strategies. Her roles have consistently involved strategic planning and creative thinking to align with target demographics. She focuses on building brand integrity and consumer loyalty through impactful marketing efforts, aiming to drive revenue growth and enhance brand presence through effective communication tactics.