Stephen Swartz
About Stephen Swartz
Stephen Swartz serves as the Head of Marketing for Slice Accelerate in New York, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in marketing roles, including positions at Just Salad and U.S. Balloon Mfg. Co., Inc., and he holds a BS in Communication from Boston University.
Work at Slice
Stephen Swartz has served as the Head of Marketing for Slice Accelerate since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing marketing strategies and initiatives aimed at enhancing the brand's presence in the fast-casual dining sector. His work focuses on developing programs that support independent pizzerias, leveraging digital marketing, direct mail, and in-store collateral to drive consumer engagement and acquisition.
Previous Experience in Marketing
Prior to his current position, Stephen Swartz held several marketing roles at Just Salad. He was the Vice President of Marketing for 11 months in 2019 to 2020 and served as the Director of Marketing from 2015 to 2019. His experience also includes a significant tenure at U.S. Balloon Mfg. Co., Inc., where he progressed from Marketing Assistant to Director of Marketing over a span of nearly a decade, from 2004 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Stephen Swartz earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication from Boston University, completing his studies from 2000 to 2004. He possesses expertise in consumer acquisition tactics specifically designed for the fast-casual dining industry. His background includes strong skills in rebranding and strategy development, applicable in both B2B and B2C markets.
Achievements in Marketing Initiatives
Stephen Swartz developed and launched the Advanced Marketing Services program, which serves as a marketing co-op initiative for 19,000 independent pizzerias. This program encompasses various marketing strategies, including digital marketing, direct mail, and in-store collateral, aimed at enhancing the marketing capabilities of participating pizzerias.