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Mandy Nelson

Mandy Nelson

North Augusta

Summary

Strategic and data-driven marketing professional with 7+ years of experience in digital strategy, SEO, and audience engagement. Skilled at turning insights into actionable growth strategies and collaborating across engineering, product, and creative teams to drive measurable results. Comfortable navigating evolving search trends, from technical SEO to AI-driven discovery, and passionate about making content both search-friendly and brand-aligned.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Manager, Client Success Payroll

Paychex
07.2022 - Current
  • Analyze client payroll/tax processes to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
  • Build strong client relationships that increase retention and long-term engagement.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to improve workflows and implement scalable solutions.

Wedding Planner / Day-of Coordinator

Self-Employed
01.2018 - Current
  • Designed and executed client-centered event strategies, aligning wedding vision with budget, logistics, and vendor partnerships.
  • Conducted market and trend research (venues, vendors, seasonal trends) to create personalized, data-informed event recommendations.
  • Applied SEO-style research principles to source and optimize vendor visibility, ensuring clients had access to the best local options.
  • Solved real-time issues with creative problem-solving under pressure, keeping events on schedule and stress-free.
  • Coordinated multiple vendors and service providers to deliver seamless, end-to-end event experiences.

Associate Client Support Consultant

ADP
10.2021 - 07.2022
  • Delivered data-driven solutions for payroll and compliance challenges in a high-volume setting.
  • Managed and optimized processes for accuracy, minimizing risk of errors or missed deadlines.
  • Interpreted and communicated complex information clearly to non-technical audiences.

Tourism & Marketing Coordinator

City of North Augusta
North Augusta
05.2013 - 08.2021
  • Directed citywide tourism and marketing efforts, coordinating large-scale events (20,000+ attendees) and serving as the lead for strategic tourism initiatives.
  • Managed and supervised staff, seasonal employees, and volunteers, providing hiring, training, scheduling, and on-site leadership to ensure smooth operations for camps, events, and concessions.
  • Designed and executed marketing campaigns for city events, promoting well-known national musical acts and community festivals through traditional media, social campaigns, and partnerships with regional outlets.
  • Conducted SEO and tourism trend research to create data-informed campaigns that increased local tourism impact and improved online visibility.
  • Oversaw the city's accommodations tax funding program, reviewing grant applications and aligning funding with growth and tourism objectives.
  • Collected and analyzed economic impact data for sports tournaments and events, presenting actionable insights to stakeholders.
  • Built and maintained relationships with tourism boards, hotels, vendors, and media partners to drive participation and engagement.
  • Represented the city at tourism conferences, regional meetings, and industry events, positioning North Augusta as a top destination.

Independent Social Media Marketer

01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Developed campaign strategies informed by trend analysis and audience data.
  • Optimized performance through continuous testing and iteration, driving higher conversions.
  • Tracked analytics and adjusted approach to maximize reach and ROI.

Intern

Walt Disney World Resort
Lake Buena Vista
01.2012 - 05.2012

Enhanced guest engagement through delivery of exceptional service and creation of memorable experiences.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Travel And Tourism Management

Clemson University
Clemson, SC
05-2013

Skills

  • SEO and growth strategies
  • Content strategy development
  • Keyword research and optimization
  • Structured data implementation
  • Data analytics and interpretation
  • Trend analysis and reporting
  • ROI measurement techniques
  • Strategic program design
  • Roadmap planning and execution
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Partnership with engineering teams
  • Creative team collaboration
  • Google Search Console
  • Ahrefs knowledge
  • Semrush knowledge
  • Salesforce utilization
  • SaaS solutions expertise
  • Excel data management
  • Effective communication skills
  • Stakeholder alignment strategies
  • Insight presentation and storytelling

Memberships And Awards

  • Leadership North Augusta, Class of 2016
  • City of North Augusta Employee of the Year (2017)
  • SCPRA Conference Management Team (2020)
  • Thoroughbred Country Tourism Advisory Committee (2016-2021)

Timeline

Account Manager, Client Success Payroll

Paychex
07.2022 - Current

Associate Client Support Consultant

ADP
10.2021 - 07.2022

Independent Social Media Marketer

01.2020 - 01.2021

Wedding Planner / Day-of Coordinator

Self-Employed
01.2018 - Current

Tourism & Marketing Coordinator

City of North Augusta
05.2013 - 08.2021

Intern

Walt Disney World Resort
01.2012 - 05.2012

Bachelor of Science - Travel And Tourism Management

Clemson University
Mandy Nelson