Vanessa Elton Smith
About Vanessa Elton Smith
Vanessa Elton Smith is a Partner Marketing Manager for EMEA at Klaviyo, where she has worked since June 2023. She has a diverse background in marketing, with previous roles at companies such as Avalara, Homewise Ltd, and Procter & Gamble across multiple countries.
Work at Klaviyo
Vanessa Elton Smith has been serving as the Partner Marketing Manager for EMEA at Klaviyo since June 2023. In this role, she focuses on building and managing relationships with partners across the region. Her responsibilities include developing marketing strategies that align with Klaviyo's objectives and enhancing partner engagement. She leverages her extensive marketing experience to drive initiatives that support the company's growth in the EMEA market.
Previous Experience in Marketing
Prior to her current position at Klaviyo, Vanessa Elton Smith held various marketing roles. She worked at Avalara as Partner Marketing Manager for EMEA from 2021 to 2023, where she developed marketing strategies for partner engagement. Before that, she served as a Marketing Executive (Events) at Avalara from 2019 to 2021. Her earlier roles include Marketing & Events Executive at Homewise Ltd and Marketing Executive at Imagine Cruising SA, showcasing her diverse experience in the marketing field.
Education and Expertise
Vanessa Elton Smith studied Journalism at the University of Central Lancashire, where she earned a BA Hons from 2001 to 2004. She also contributed to a BA (Hons) Journalism degree at the State University of New York at Plattsburgh from 2002 to 2003. Her educational background provides her with strong communication skills, which are essential in her marketing roles. Vanessa's expertise includes establishing profitable relationships with partners and stakeholders, as well as effective project management.
International Work Experience
Vanessa Elton Smith has a diverse international work experience, having worked in multiple countries including the UK, South Africa, Canada, and Australia. This global exposure has equipped her with a unique perspective on marketing strategies and partner relations across different markets. Her roles in various regions have contributed to her ability to adapt and thrive in diverse business environments.
Career Timeline
Vanessa Elton Smith's career spans several years and includes various marketing positions. She began her career as an Office Manager & EA to Director at Quantum Technology Corp. from 2011 to 2013. She then transitioned to roles such as Conference Specialist and Marketing Executive in Australia before moving to Canada. In the UK, she held positions at Leightons Opticians and Hearing Care, Homewise Ltd, and Avalara, culminating in her current role at Klaviyo.