VP, Brand and Integrated Marketing

Aspen Dental; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 250,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental, vision benefits

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Aspen Dental is seeking a seasoned VP, Brand & Integrated Marketing to lead a comprehensive brand strategy across digital, social, traditional media, and in-center marketing. You will partner with field marketing and media teams to articulate Aspen’s patient value and differentiators while preserving brand integrity across touchpoints.

You will oversee budgets, analytics, agency partnerships, and a high-performing team, driving patient acquisition, brand equity, and revenue growth in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or related field; MBA is a plus.
• 15+ years in brand and integrated marketing, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role managing teams of 15+.
• 7+ years brand-side (client-side) experience at scale.
• Healthcare industry or DTC brand experience is a plus.
• Experience creating and executing integrated marketing plans and calendars.
• Excellent leadership and cross-functional coordination.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead data-driven, multi-year brand and integrated marketing strategy for Aspen.
• Architect and lead integrated campaigns across digital and traditional channels.
• Manage agency partnerships and ensure budget alignment.
• Align brand messaging across in-center, call center, and digital touchpoints.
• Develop promotional strategy using market insights and competitive analysis.
• Define brand guidelines, tone, and messaging consistent with patient communication.
• Conduct market research and competitive intelligence to inform decisions.
• Champion a patient-centric culture and cross-functional collaboration.
• Build and manage the brand budget to hit KPIs for awareness, acquisition, and revenue.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing marketing team.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing or business

MBA is a plus

Job description

The Aspen Group (TAG) is one of the largest and most trusted retail healthcare business support organizations in the U.S. and has supported over 16,000 healthcare professionals and team members at more than 1,200 health and wellness offices across 46 states in four distinct categories: Dental care, urgent care, medical aesthetic, and animal health. Working in partnership with independent practice owners and clinicians, the team is united by a single purpose: to prove that health care can be better and smarter for everyone. TAG provides a comprehensive suite of centralized business support services that power the impact of six consumer-facing brands: Aspen Dental, Motto Clear Aligners, ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, WellNow Urgent Care, Chapter Aesthetic Studio, and AZPetVet. Each brand has access to a deep community of experts, tools, and resources to grow their practices, and an unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality consumer healthcare experiences at scale.

Position Overview

The VP, Brand & Integrated Marketing is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive brand and marketing strategy for Aspen Dental. This role will lead the development and implementation of integrated marketing campaigns across all channels, including digital, social, traditional media, and in-center marketing. A close partner with the field marketing and media teams, this role owns communicating the value of Aspen’s approach to care and providing patients throughout their treatment journey with clear points of differentiation. The VP will also be responsible for managing the brand's reputation and ensuring consistent messaging across all touchpoints.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the development and execution of a data-driven, multi-year brand and integrated marketing strategy for Aspen, driving measurable growth in patient acquisition and brand equity
• Architect and lead the execution of integrated marketing campaigns across all digital and traditional channels, optimizing for performance and ROI through rigorous analytics and testing.
• Cultivate and manage high-performing agency partnerships, fostering collaborative innovation and ensuring alignment with brand objectives and budget parameters.
• Drive seamless integration of brand promotions and messaging across all patient touchpoints, including in-center experiences, call center interactions, and digital platforms, ensuring a consistent and compelling brand journey
• Establish and refine a comprehensive promotional strategy, leveraging market insights and competitive analysis to maximize brand visibility and patient engagement across the entire Aspen ecosystem
• Define and enforce brand guidelines and messaging standards, safeguarding brand integrity and ensuring consistent communication across all internal and external channels. Hone in our brand voice and develop content that communicates to our patients clearly, directly and with a preference for action.
• Conduct in-depth market research and competitive intelligence analysis, identifying emerging trends and opportunities to inform strategic decision-making and maintain a competitive edge
• Champion a patient-centric culture, fostering cross-functional alignment and collaboration to deliver exceptional patient experiences and drive brand advocacy.
• Develop and manage the brand's budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and demonstrating accountability for achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) related to brand awareness, patient acquisition, and revenue growth.
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing marketing team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Minimum Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master's degree or MBA is a plus, but not essential.
• 15+ years of experience in brand and integrated marketing, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role managing teams of 15+.
• 7+ years of brand-side (client-side) experience, including at companies of comparable scale.
• Agency-side experience is a plus but does not substitute for the client-side requirement. Client-side and leadership years may overlap.
• Experience in the healthcare industry, DTC brands, or multi-location brands is a plus.
• Experience developing and executing innovative, effective integrated marketing plans and promotional calendars.
• Excellent leadership, cross-functional coordination and collaboration, and interpersonal communication skills.

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• Salary: Annual pay range: $250,000 - $290,000, plus bonus/incentives
• A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match