Event Marketing Strategist

Driving Connection. Fueling Experiences.

To inspire the authentic engagement that lights your success, I bring a people-first, community-driven approach to event marketing and brand strategy—helping organizations build real connections. At KENNEDY, we provide fully integrated services, including everything from marketing and PR to political affairs and event management. I work with businesses, organizations, and non-profits in our community who want to build a lasting presence and truly stand out.

About Ryan Kennedy

Ryan is the owner and marketing strategist behind KENNEDY, a consulting firm in Wilmington, DE. What drives his work? The core belief that in today’s digital world, success comes from prioritizing people through collaboration, creativity, and community.

For over 20 years, Ryan has developed hundreds of campaigns, applying his creative skills across many fields—from radio promotions director for Clear Channel Radio Delaware to Vice President of Marketing for a prominent real estate developer. As a lead event strategist, his efforts have resulted in the planning and management of over 150 fundraising events and campaigns that have raised more than $1.3 million for non-profit organizations. This breadth of experience helps him create strategies that are both innovative and grounded in proven practices.

How Ryan Has Helped Businesses Grow

Genuine connections are the foundation of business growth. By focusing on people and crafting authentic experiences, Ryan:

• Amplifies Local Presence and Influence: As the event director for the Sam’s KIDS® 5K, Ryan helped the event reach over 300 runners and raised $50,000 to support youth-focused programs. He oversaw the strategy, including marketing, media coordination, and race-day execution.
• Builds Authentic Engagement: Ryan led the strategy for Delaware Greenways’ Night at the Museum 35th-anniversary celebration. The design included full venue logistics, curated catering, sponsorship package creation, and vendor coordination. The event was a fully immersive community celebration that featured local food, live music, and a silent auction for a night to remember!

This process is built on a track record of recognized success, including multiple Delaware Press Association awards, a MarCom Gold award, and induction into the Red Clay Consolidated School District Hall of Fame.