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The person behind the company

Alana Kilgore

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I grew up in Oklahoma City and moved to Nashville 10 years ago to grow in my communications career. Communications and marketing have always been my interest. Since age 16, I have been developing my communication skills by joining business groups and organizations. Overtime, I combined my communication skills with digital marketing and began to land positions in marketing and branding roles. Today, I own a digital marketing and branding agency called 1414Marketing LLC, focusing on helping companies build their brand online. 

 

Growing up in a home of business owners, I knew that one day, I too wanted to open up my own company. I had no idea that it would be in the space of digital marketing and branding, but this doesn't come as a surprise to many who know me.

Before launching my agency in January 2024, I was formerly the Head of Communications and Branding for a North American Terminal Company with locations in the USA and Canada. At this company, I sat on the Corporate Senior Leadership Team as the only female leader where I launched the company’s branding and communications department. In September 2023, my marketing and branding efforts played a role in the company's acquisition with Blackstone Financial - sold for an estimated 1 billion dollars.

Marketing is a must-have for a business but learning the ins and outs of digital and interpersonal marketing takes time. I help companies communicate positive messages to customers through online communication channels such as social media.

VALUES

​Character

You can teach almost anything, but you cannot teach character. Good character is the backbone to a person’s work ethic, leadership, and who they are in all areas of life. If you hire Alana, you know that great character comes with the job. 

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Vision

The ability to imagine ideas and goals. Vision to me means taking the time to create a vision or story for the brand and company. Having a vision will drive the team and company forward towards a goal.

 

Leadership

A true leader is a servant. Leadership to me means to serve the team and be a good team player. Show the way and go the way!

Digital Marketing Certificate
Interpersonal Communication Degree
Commencement Speaker
TNCSA Board Member
Galveston Cruise Terminal Ribbon Ceremony
Ceres Terminals Leadership Team Savannah, GA
Build your brand (5)
Certified Port Executive
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