Brenna Gardner

Background

About Brenna Gardner

I’m a Marketing Manager with a passion for building scalable strategies, growing brands, and connecting stories to audiences in meaningful ways. At Palmetto Publishing, I launched and scaled the company’s first author-focused social media service, transforming it into one of the fastest-growing areas of the business. From strategy development and onboarding to content creation and sales enablement, I focus on creating systems that drive consistent results and lasting client relationships. My experience extends beyond publishing. I’ve partnered with 30+ brands through content creation, freelancing, and collaborations, including Free People, Nuuly, Members Only, YSL, Victoria Dunn, Dillard’s, SkinCeuticals, Casemate, Candlefish, Lorna Murray, and EMU. These projects strengthened my ability to adapt across industries and build campaigns that blend creativity with data to deliver measurable impact. Previously, I directed brand and content strategy at Waring Vision Institute, where I led PR campaigns featured in national outlets and built influencer partnerships to expand awareness. Earlier in my career at Dress Up, I managed local marketing and events, developed influencer collaborations, and contributed to corporate branding initiatives. I’m also passionate about workplace culture. At Palmetto, I founded and lead the Culture Club, introducing initiatives that foster connection, strengthen morale, and celebrate team values. Above all, I love helping brands, authors, and creators grow—through strategy, storytelling, and authentic collaboration that makes both people and businesses thrive.