About Verde

Verde is a boutique marketing firm led by Jody Greene, your outsourced Director of Marketing.

I’m Jody, nice to meet you.

To say it simply, marketing is my jam.

I love exploring, defining, and executing. I really get excited about working with high-growth organizations, start-ups, and non-profits. Most of my clients know they need to “do marketing” but don’t have the time or energy (even if they have the know-how). I get it. I’d love to explore the opportunity of working together.

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Origin Story

Naming our first-born son turned into a playful yet earnest battle of wills between my husband Matt and me. Matt, a lifelong sports enthusiast, was adamant our son’s name should honor his first love, sports. While I admired his sentiment, the idea of directly naming our son after a famous athlete felt a tad too on the nose for me. I leaned towards something classic—like Jackson.

After many spirited discussions, we struck a charming compromise that delighted us both. We named our son Beau Jackson Greene, tipping our hats to the legendary Bo Jackson. The name, an homage to excellence and versatility, seemed a perfect blend of our preferences.

 

The true inspiration for my business name came from an unexpected source—a witty remark from a three-year-old. In a preschool Spanish lesson, one clever tot connected my son’s name, Beau, with our last name, Greene. He christened him “Beau Verde.” That fusion, both innocent and insightful, sparked a revelation. It wasn’t just adorable; it encapsulated a fresh, vibrant identity I longed for in my business. Thus, Verde Marketing Communications was born.

The genesis of Verde runs deeper than its name, rooted in a career that spanned both the agency and client sides of marketing. This breadth of experience has been exhilarating and fulfilling, paving the way for me to establish multiple businesses. Today, as a fractional Director of Marketing, I channel this extensive background into helping businesses flourish. By taking on only a select few clients—between four and seven at any time—I ensure a focused and impactful partnership, driving growth through bespoke marketing strategies. This approach not only allows me to nurture my clients’ aspirations but also lets me continue crafting a legacy as vibrant and enduring as the story behind Beau Verde.

About Me

I’m Jody. I’m originally from Oregon and an alumna of the College of Business at Cal State University San Marcos. Prior to launching Verde Marketing Communications, I most recently made an impact as Director of Marketing for Portland-based, Vetsource. I’ve held positions with titles ranging from Marketing Specialist (in my younger days) to Director of Brand Authority + Happiness Ambassador to Vice President and have enjoyed the benefits of working both on the agency- and client-sides of the marketing world, showcasing my ability to strategize and execute. I’m a natural leader and enjoy high-growth environments, building teams, and processes that impact businesses while maintaining company culture. As an entrepreneur, prior to launching Verde, I co-founded Chic CEO, a media company, which was named by Forbes as one of the top 10 entrepreneurial websites for women. I love all things marketing, clever words, and pretty things.

Specialties

I work for organizations that need someone they trust as a partner and champion for their brand. As an outsourced Director of Marketing, I jump right in and focus where the need is greatest and move forward from there.

SPECIALTIES INCLUDE: Account Management, Brand Growth, Brand Management, Business Development, Business Operations, Campaign Management, Connecting, Copy Editing, Culture Building, Demand Generation, Leadership, Marketing Automation, Marketing Communications, Marketing Initiatives, Mentoring, PR, Product Marketing, Program Management, Relationship Building, and Strategy
(in alphabetical order of course)

  • Marketing Automation
  • Brand Management
  • Business Development
  • Demand Generation

Happy Clients

"Jody is an absolute marketing professional with her talents exceeding my expectations at every turn. In today’s world, it is very difficult to find an honest marketing firm that can discuss ROI and quantify your return on investment. Most firms shy away for those straightforward and critical conversations, not Jody. She delivers her project on time and within budget. She jumps right in as soon as you engage in her services. She’s a joy to work with 😊."

Tim Baccino, Winemaker @ GEN 7 Wines

"Verde Marketing has transformed our home buying website, making it more functional and attractive to potential sellers and investors. Jody created our social media presence and advertising campaigns in a timeline and budget that far exceeded my expectations. It feels like we hired an in house marketing team without the hassle of hiring or expense of employees. Highly recommend!"

Blake Wehling, VP Acquisitions @ Ash Creek Properties

“Jody was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful, patiently walking me through little details and best practices, and trained my staff as well. She is a wealth of knowledge and fun to work with. I will be calling her again to collaborate in the future.”

Alan Bacharach, ChFC

"Jody was fantastic to work with! She took control and did her 'marketing magic' to make sure our site was not only functioning properly but conveying a clear, engaging message. We’ve been very happy with the work she has done for us and look forward to continuing to work together as our business continues to grow.”

Greg Dresher, Owner, Cascadia Real Estate Investments

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