Available for Hire
Freelance Marketing Director
driving leads, growth & revenue
I build digital marketing systems that drive growth.
With 15+ years leading marketing initiatives from startup to enterprise level—including managing multimillion-dollar budgets and delivering measurable growth outcomes—I bring both strategic vision and hands-on execution expertise.
Demand Generation
Marketing Automation
Campaign Management
Growth Marketing
Revenue Operations
Systems Integration
Bridging the gap between technology and business strategy.
Google, Meta, HubSpot and a few more…
Google Analytics
Semrush
Webflow
Framer
Adobe Photoshop
Trello
ChatGPT
Wordpress
Real Estate Professionals
Restaurant/Franchise
Investment/Fintech
Health/Wellness
Automotive Groups
Retail/Local Services
Startup/Entrepreneurs
E-Commerce
B2B/SaaS
Leadership that delivers
a return on your investment.
Derrek Engeler
Marketing Strategist & Consultant
My work history
Digital Marketing Architect
for Local & Regional Brands
2012-2018
Performance Marketing
& Large-Scale Paid Advertising Optimization
2018-2021
Digital Strategist
& Growth Marketing Leadership
2021-present
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I'm a strategic marketing consultant who specializes in building automated marketing systems that scale.
My background spans corporate marketing leadership roles managing multimillion-dollar budgets, plus extensive Go-To-Market experience on startup teams where I've thrived in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
This unique combination gives me a perspective that most consultants lack – I understand both the strategic demands of corporate growth and the scrappy, innovative execution needed in startup environments.
As a HubSpot and Google Ads certified expert who has served as an advisor to both platforms during beta launches, I bring cutting-edge insights that come from being at the forefront of marketing technology evolution.
My passion for marketing drives me to constantly push the envelope – exploring new strategies and testing innovative approaches that deliver breakthrough results.
With advanced academic credentials (Master's degree) and elite-level skills in both systems and content, I bring both strategic depth and exceptional execution capabilities.
Complete marketing system development from strategy through technical implementation
Revenue Operations & Growth Marketing
Connect your marketing and sales teams with systems that track every lead from first click to closed deal. Get complete visibility into what's driving revenue growth.
Lead Generation & Conversion Optimization
Build lead systems that consistently attract high-quality prospects and convert them into customers through optimized funnels and systematic testing.
Digital Advertising & Performance Marketing
Manage profitable ad campaigns across Google and Meta that integrate seamlessly with your sales process. I specialize in advanced targeting and cutting-edge features.
Marketing Automation & Systems Development
Build complete automated marketing systems that work 24/7. From lead capture to customer retention, I create workflows that scale your business without scaling your workload.
Strategic Buyer Persona Development & Targeting
Create detailed customer profiles that drive smarter marketing decisions. I research your ideal customers and build targeting strategies that reach the right people with the right message.
Multi-Channel Campaign Management & Attribution
Run coordinated campaigns across Google, Meta, email, and other channels with complete tracking of what's working. Optimize each channel while maintaining consistent messaging.
CRM Integration & Marketing-Sales Alignment
Eliminate the handoff problems between marketing and sales. I build systems that automatically route qualified leads and track performance across your entire funnel.
Content Marketing & Strategic Communications
Create content strategies that establish your authority and drive meaningful engagement. Professional copywriting that converts browsers into buyers.
Customer Retention & Loyalty Systems
Build automated programs that turn one-time buyers into lifetime customers through strategic email sequences, loyalty rewards, and personalized retention campaigns.
Demand Generation
Marketing Automation
Campaign Management
Growth Marketing
Revenue Operations
Systems Integration
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Fractional Marketing Leadership
For growing companies needing senior marketing expertise without full-time executive hire
02
Project-Based Initiatives
For specific challenges like digital transformation, system implementation, or market expansion
03
Ongoing Advisory
For companies with marketing teams who need strategic guidance and performance optimization
