Stephanie Barton
@stephaniebarton
I build brand narratives and integrated marketing strategies that turn complex offerings into measurable growth.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
At FCCS, I led marketing, communications, brand strategy, digital strategy, and business-growth initiatives, including a full organizational rebrand and commercialization of 10 brands, 12 initiatives, and 15 services.
I connect customer-centered messaging, thought leadership, and go-to-market execution to results—driving conference revenue growth from $980K to $2.3M and sponsorship revenue growth from $90K to $320K. I’ve also built a 70+ edition newsletter platform and hosted 87 Forward Thinking podcast episodes generating 31,000+ listens.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
SVP/Head of Marketing & Communications
FCCS (Farm Credit Council Services)
Jan 2024 - Jul 2026 (2 years 6 months)
Strategic Executive Committee member responsible for enterprise marketing, brand strategy, communications, digital strategy, and business growth initiatives.
Vice President Marketing and Strategic Account Management
FCCS (Farm Credit Council Services)
Dec 2016 - Feb 2024 (7 years 2 months)
Executive leader responsible for marketing, communications, brand strategy, strategic account management, and thought leadership, aligned with organizational growth objectives. Led the full transformation and rebrand of FCCS.
Director of Marketing and Communications
FCCS (Farm Credit Council Services)
Dec 2012 - Dec 2016 (4 years)
Partnered across the organization to align marketing and communications strategies with business objectives and revenue goals. Directed development and implementation of comprehensive brand, marketing and communications strategies.
Manager, Marketing & Communications
CoBank
Sep 2010 - Dec 2012 (2 years 3 months)
Directed strategic marketing, sponsorship, and community engagement initiatives. Provided critical management and leadership to CoBank's merger marketing strategy for its successful merger with U.S. AgBank.
Sr. Director of Account Management
InStore Audio Network
May 2006 - Feb 2010 (3 years 9 months)
Senior Director of Account Management responsible for overseeing account management operations.
Director of Marketing and Fundraising
KCPW Radio
Dec 2005 - May 2006 (5 months)
Directed marketing and fundraising efforts for an NPR and BBC affiliate radio station.
Director of Marketing, Events and Visitor Services
University of Utah, Red Butte Garden
Jul 2002 - Dec 2005 (3 years 5 months)
Directed marketing, events, and visitor services for the botanical garden.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kansas State University
Bachelor of Science, Marketing & International Business
Bachelor of Science in Marketing and International Business from Kansas State University.
StoryBrand
StoryBrand Workshop, Marketing
Completed a 5-day workshop on high-engagement messaging and storytelling.
Ryan Avery
Go from A to THE Certification, Communications
Certified communications program with Ryan Avery.
Sally Williamson
Professional Presence Workshop, Leadership
Executive leadership workshop focused on professional presence.
Jeannie Clinkenbeard
Presentation Excellence Workshop, Communications
Communications workshop focused on presentation excellence.
Kelli Thompson
Executive Coaching, Leadership
Personalized executive leadership coaching with Kelli Thompson.
Gettysburg Leadership Experience
Executive Leadership Program, Leadership
Executive leadership program focused on strategic leadership, decision-making, and organizational effectiveness.
Lewis & Clark Leadership Experience
Experiential Leadership Program, Leadership
Experiential leadership program focused on innovation, adaptability, collaboration, and leading through change.
Crucial Conversations for Accountability
Workshop, Communication
Workshop targeting conflict resolution.
Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue
Workshop, Communication
Workshop for interactive engagement.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
Website
stephanie-spilker-barton.comSalary expectations
Job categories
Skills
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