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Leap Brands

Chief Marketing Officer

Leap Brands, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208

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Position Summary

The CMO will be responsible for developing and executing a holistic marketing strategy that drives brand growth, guest traffic, digital engagement, and loyalty. This role requires a proven leader with deep restaurant or consumer brand experience, who can scale marketing efforts in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Key Responsibilities

Brand Strategy & Positioning:

Define and evolve the brand architecture and positioning for all restaurant concepts within the portfolio.

Digital Marketing & Media:

Lead digital marketing, paid media, SEO/SEM, CRM, and social media strategies to drive customer acquisition and retention.

Local Store Marketing:

Develop and support store-level marketing campaigns to drive traffic and sales at the unit level.

Menu & Product Launches:

Partner with culinary and operations teams to develop go-to-market strategies for LTOs, new menu items, and product innovation.

Customer Insights:

Leverage guest data and market research to inform marketing strategies and optimize spend.

Team Leadership:

Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing marketing team including brand, digital, creative, and PR functions.

Partnerships & PR:

Manage public relations, brand partnerships, and influencer/celebrity collaborations.

Franchise Support (if applicable):

Provide tools and marketing support for franchise partners to execute campaigns and initiatives consistently.

Performance & Analytics:

Own marketing KPIs and analytics to track ROI and make data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

10+ years of progressive marketing leadership experience, ideally in the restaurant, hospitality, or consumer brand space.

Experience with both corporate and franchise models is a plus.

Proven ability to scale brand and customer growth across multiple channels.

Deep understanding of consumer behavior, digital media, and emerging trends.

Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Results-driven with an analytical mindset and experience managing sizable budgets.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation and bonus plan

Equity participation (based on experience)

Health, dental, and vision benefits

A collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment

The opportunity to shape the future of a nationally scaling restaurant brand

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