Pictured l to r: Mike Compton, Morgan Marcozzi, Jill Friedfertig, Taylor Mullaney, Matt Peacock, Jake Kozmor, Pat Edmonson, Nolan Rounds, Skyler Majerowicz, Rachel Backal, Christina McLean (Photo credit: Amy Ingram)
The Charleston Chapter of the American Marketing Association (AMA) is pleased to announce its newly appointed Board of Directors for the 2026–27 program year.
Comprised of marketing professionals and community leaders from across the Lowcountry, the new board will lead the chapter’s efforts to strengthen professional development, create meaningful networking opportunities, and provide up-to-date information on the latest marketing trends throughout the Charleston community.
The 2026-27 Charleston AMA Board of Directors includes:
● President: Jake Kozmor, Koz Films
● Immediate Past President: Mike Compton, RMBO
● Secretary & Vice President of Operations: Pat Edmonson, Top Tier Media Group
● Treasurer: Nolan Rounds, REID Lifting, Inc
● Vice President of Collegiate Affairs: Skyler Majerowicz, MBA, Sky Brooke Studio
● Vice President of Special Events: Jill Friedfertig, JDesigns LLC
● Vice President of Membership: Owen Easter, Simpl.fi
● Vice President of Programming: Morgan Marcozzi, The Offering Marketing
● Vice President of Marketing: Taylor Mullaney, Trio Solutions Inc
● Vice President of Marketing: Rachel Backal, Backal Marketing
● Vice President of Communication: Christina McLean, Vannex Communications
● Vice President of Sponsorship: Ellen Rose, Rose Media LLC
● Podcast Director: Amanda Bunting Comen, Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce
● Creative Director: Matt Peacock, The Palm Social
“As Charleston continues to grow and evolve at an incredible pace, there’s an opportunity to strengthen the marketing community that helps shape the future of our city while staying true to the history and culture that make Charleston so unique,” said Charleston AMA President Jake Kozmor. “This year, our board is focused on expanding how we engage with the Charleston marketing community through our programming, providing opportunities for marketers at every stage of their careers. We have been hard at work preparing for the second annual Campaign in a Day, which brings students and industry professionals together to create real-world marketing campaigns for local nonprofits. Last year, more than 20 students and professionals helped four nonprofits, providing them with free marketing materials. Together, we’re looking forward to continuing to build on past years of success and serving the marketers who call the Lowcountry home.”
The board transitioned in late-July and already has events, workshops, and initiatives for the upcoming year. Their next event, 4 Chairs: Women in Communications, will take place on September 21st at the Harbour Club at WestEdge. The event will feature a panel of four accomplished female marketing and communications professionals who will share their experiences, insights, and perspectives on building successful businesses, navigating challenges, and continuing to grow and succeed in the industry.