Aaron Dent
@aarondent
Ambitious Communications Manager with expertise in CRM and marketing.
What I'm looking for
I am an ambitious and results-driven Communications Manager with a First-Class Honours in Business Studies & Marketing, complemented by an international scholarship. My experience spans leading high-impact CRM and marketing campaigns across the gambling industry, specifically in Casino and Sportsbook sectors. I thrive on ownership, innovation, and raising standards, always aiming to grow and deliver exceptional results.
Currently, I lead the CRM and communication strategy at Betable, overseeing over 70 brands and driving significant revenue growth. My focus on process optimization has led to a 60% reduction in promotional processes, enhancing operational agility. I am passionate about personal growth, whether through developing CRM expertise or exploring new interests like pro wrestling and music.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Communications Manager
Betable
Jul 2024 - Present (11 months)
Led end-to-end CRM and communication strategy across 70+ casino and sportsbook brands, including platform migration delivery and a new brand launch from scratch to £1M+NGR/month. Implemented a continuous improvement framework that cut the monthly promotions process from 25 to 10 working days, boosting operational agility. Owned department KPIs, introducing financial comms tracking to quantify ROI,
Marketing Manager
Gigabit Networks
Feb 2023 - Aug 2023 (6 months)
Optimised full-funnel marketing using data-driven insights, increasing MQL generation by 20% and improving marketing–sales alignment. Launched targeted SEO, email, social, and partner campaigns in 10+ UK regions, driving a 30% boost in engagement and conversions. Developed segmented messaging and landing page journeys, generating 150+ qualified sign-ups and strengthening lead nurturing with CRM an
Creative Account Manager
Offended Marketing
Oct 2022 - Feb 2023 (4 months)
Led client acquisition strategy, collaborating with creative teams to pitch standout campaigns, personally securing five long-term client partnerships. Managed day-to-day delivery for key accounts, aligning goals and reporting weekly on performance to improve retention and satisfaction. Produced high-impact content in partnership with an in-house studio, delivering guerrilla marketing campaigns th
CRM Executive
JD Sports
Jul 2022 - Oct 2022 (3 months)
Led the direct-to-consumer CRM strategy for Scotts, optimising lifecycle and promotional email marketing to drive a 15% increase in customer lifetime value through targeted, data-driven campaigns. Revamped campaign creative and structure in collaboration with the design team, launching a product-focused email template that opened new trading opportunities and improved merchandising efficiency. Bui
Communications Executive
Betfred
Apr 2021 - Jul 2022 (1 year 3 months)
Led the sportsbook communications strategy, working cross-functionally with CRM Managers across sportsbook, casino, and lotto to align campaigns with key sporting events and promotions. Implemented site-scraping technology to display live odds and enable dynamic email personalisation, achieving a 25% average CTR and improving customer experience. Contributed to a 15% uplift in wagering during majo
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
De Montfort University
Bachelor of Arts (Hons), Business & Marketing
Grade: First-Class Honours
Activities and societies: Earned an international scholarship and completed two Erasmus+ exchanges.
Graduated with First-Class Honours, earning an international scholarship and completing two Erasmus+ exchanges. Specialized in brand strategy, consumer behaviour, and strategic management, with a final-year focus on CRM, digital marketing, and customer lifecycle modelling. Developed strong commercial acumen through case studies, live briefs, and data-led marketing projects aligned with real-world
Arnhem Business School
Exchange Program, International Business
Activities and societies: Erasmus+ International Business Scholarship
Undertook an Erasmus+ International Business Scholarship program. Gained international exposure and insights into global business practices.
Montpellier Business School
Exchange Program, International Business
Activities and societies: Erasmus+ International Business Scholarship
Participated in an Erasmus+ International Business Scholarship program. Focused on international business studies during the exchange period.
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