Samantha Blanken
About Samantha Blanken
Samantha Blanken is a Marketing Events Manager at Mediafly, where she has worked since 2020. She has a diverse background in marketing, research, and event planning, along with a strong educational foundation in zoology and management from Michigan State University.
Current Role at Mediafly
Samantha Blanken serves as the Marketing Events Manager at Mediafly, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she leads the planning and development of both in-person and virtual events. Her responsibilities include organizing trade shows, partner conferences, and VIP customer experiences. This position builds on her previous experience as a Marketing Coordinator at Mediafly, where she worked from 2018 to 2020.
Previous Experience at Mediafly
Prior to her current role, Samantha Blanken worked at Mediafly as a Marketing Coordinator for two years, from 2018 to 2020. During this time, she contributed to various marketing initiatives and gained valuable experience in event management and coordination. Her tenure at Mediafly laid the foundation for her current responsibilities as Marketing Events Manager.
Education and Expertise
Samantha Blanken studied at Michigan State University, where she earned two degrees: a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Lyman Briggs Zoology and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in General Management. She completed her B.S. from 2009 to 2012 and her B.A. from 2009 to 2013. This educational background provides her with a unique blend of scientific knowledge and management skills, which she applies in her marketing career.
Work History and Roles
Samantha Blanken has held various positions throughout her career. She worked as a Market Research Assistant at ZS Associates from 2015 to 2018, and as an Audience Research Assistant at Brookfield Zoo in 2013. Additionally, she has experience as a Barista at Starbucks in 2014 and as a Production Intern at Ravinia Festival. Her diverse work history contributes to her expertise in marketing and event management.
Unique Experiences and Skills
Samantha Blanken has engaged in unique experiences that showcase her diverse interests and skills. At the age of seventeen, she trained a zebra, demonstrating her commitment to animal care and training. She also earned a black belt in Tae Kwon Do at the age of nine and won a figure skating competition at eleven. These accomplishments reflect her dedication and ability to excel in various disciplines.