Michelle Harris

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About Michelle Harris

Michelle, founder, visionary, and the Controller of Chaos at karstpromo, a promotional marketing + branded merch agency in Charleston, SC, oversees the creative team, client relationships, projects, and supplier partnerships. With over two decades of experience in promotional and apparel marketing, Michelle has collaborated with numerous Fortune 500 companies, offering expertise in various aspects of promotional marketing strategy and execution. Her focus is on delivering exceptional custom merchandise and apparel to enhance brand visibility and loyalty. Michelle's career began in the music industry, managing artists and publishing songs in Nashville. In 2002, she returned to her hometown and joined her father's promotional products company. Under her leadership, the company evolved into a creative agency prioritizing design, quality, and innovation over the conventional "just slap a logo on the cheapest promo" approach. Michelle actively engages with clients and their marketing teams, serving as an extension and liaison of their brand. Her goal is to create outstanding branded products and experiences, emphasizing the importance of evoking memories, feelings, and lasting friendships between the audience and the brand through thoughtful and memorable promotional merch, gifting, and activations.