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
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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
“Success is making those who believed in you look brilliant.“