Matt Saunders

Matt Saunders

Digital Marketing Leader | 18+ Years Driving Sustainable Growth

Managed $50M+ Media Budgets • Scaled 5M+ Page Websites

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Client Impact Highlights

Samsung

109% Prime Day Goal

Directed comprehensive media planning + real-time optimization strategies to drive record-breaking performance.

Unilever

24 Site Migrations

Orchestrated global technical SEO and CMS implementation across 18 international domains in under 12 months.

Marriott International

+15% Revenue YoY

Led "Industry Advisor" thought leadership scope and exceeded booked revenue targets; 2x agency scope YoY.

Nationwide

+30% Quote Growth

Drove substantial organic search quote submission growth in the highly competitive auto insurance market.

Areas of Expertise

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SEO

  • Led SEO 'Center of Excellence' & best practices at Omnicom.
  • Drove 13% YoY organic revenue increase for Dumpsters.com.
  • Doubled first-page keyword visibility for Bed Bath & Beyond.
  • Managed 24 global site migrations in one year for Unilever.
  • Directed global SEO strategy for 18 ccTLDs.

Paid Search

  • Managed $40M+ annual media budget for Samsung Mobile.
  • Optimized 500k+ SKU product feeds for PLA/LIA programs.
  • Delivered $14M in incremental attributed ad sales in '24.
  • Led paid search strategy for US & Canada markets.
  • Oversaw $100M annual paid search program at BBBY.

Amazon / Ecommerce

  • Orchestrated launch of 500+ ASIN product detail pages.
  • Achieved 109% of Prime Day revenue goal (2024).
  • Developed proprietary e-commerce capability (+19% conv. rate).
  • Managed high-velocity sales events with $5M+ budgets.

Media Strategy

  • Spearheaded $10M+ quarterly full-funnel media strategies.
  • Redesigned global media planning workflows.
  • Improved forecast accuracy by 35% via new processes.
  • Cut planning cycle time in half for global teams.
  • Implemented real-time optimizations for tentpole events.

Relationship Management

  • Managed 30+ agency partnerships with $3M+ ARR.
  • Achieved 90% client retention rate at BrightEdge.
  • Negotiated JBP and LOI terms with Amazon.
  • Secured $2M in added value media budget.
  • Grew Marriott project scope by 50% YoY.

Team Leadership

  • Led high-performing team of 14 SEOs across 4 agencies.
  • Managed integrated web team (SEO, Content, PR, Dev).
  • Led cross-functional team of 10 for mobile app launch.
  • Coordinated global teams across EMEA & LATAM.
  • Trained global agencies to accelerate platform adoption.

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Professional Experience

AUG 2022 - DEC 2025

Director, Brand Services & Strategic Operations

Feedvisor | NYC

  • Led media and content strategy for Samsung's six Mobile divisions on Amazon, managing a $40M+ annual media budget and orchestrating the launch of 500+ ASIN product detail pages.
  • Spearheaded the planning, execution, and reporting of high-velocity sales events (Prime Day, Holiday), managing $5M+ budgets and implementing real-time optimizations.
  • Recent tentpole event accomplishments: Prime Day '24: 109% to Revenue Goal // Holiday '24: 117% to Revenue Goal.
  • Partnered closely with analytics engineering team to build custom Amazon Marketing Cloud reporting (MTA, Path-to-Purchase).
  • Launched Creator Connections affiliate and Sponsored Content Request programs to drive incremental growth.
  • Redesigned global media planning and briefing workflows, leading to a 35% improvement in forecast accuracy while cutting planning cycle time in half.
Key Clients: Samsung MX LOBs: Phones, Watches, Earbuds, Tablets, PCs, Ring & accessories

Colleague Endorsements

"Matt leads with clarity, trust, and a deep understanding of the client’s business, combined with a strong grasp of how to structure agency teams and workflows to drive successful outcomes. He was always available to guide, challenge thinking, and step in when needed...Matt created an environment where people felt supported, empowered, and confident in their work, while still holding a high bar for excellence."

- Lauren Kramer, Assoc. Director, Brand Services

"Matt excels by involving himself hands-on across cross-functional departments to gain an intimate understanding of every branch of the client-agency relationship... helping bridge the gap between internal and external skillsets. Matt's ownership of the account is unmatched; he prevents the client from overstepping while still exceeding their expectations. Any team would benefit greatly from his leadership."

- Ben Newman, Senior Data Analyst

APR 2021 - AUG 2022

VP of Digital Marketing

Dumpsters.com | NYC (Remote)

  • Drove a 13% YOY increase in organic search revenue, contributing to $150M in top-line revenue and exceeding incremental gross margin targets by $5M.
  • Optimized click-to-call conversions through A/B testing and leveraged bot activity log analysis to boost SEO rankings.
  • Co-chaired the development of a proprietary e-commerce capability that increased digital conversion rates by 19%.
  • Built a process to identify high-demand, high-margin market gaps through integrated search analysis which resulted in a 15% YOY improvement in margin/unit.
  • Led a high-performing web team of SEO strategists (5), content writers (8), PR specialists (2), and full-stack development resources (4).
Key Clients: Dumpsters.com, BudgetDumpster.com
APR 2020 - APR 2021

Director of Search - Paid & Organic

Bed Bath & Beyond | NYC (Remote)

  • Led organic and paid search across Bed Bath & Beyond (US & CA) and buybuy Baby.
  • Developed enhancements to BBBY proprietary long-tail landing page solution, driving 24M visits & $49.9M revenue in '20.
  • Doubled first-page keyword visibility by early 2021.
  • Successfully managed concurrent implementations of AMP, PWA, and GroupBy ecommerce engine, meeting expedited holiday code freeze deadlines.
  • Supported optimization of 500k+ SKU product feeds for a $100M annual paid search PLA/LIA program.
Key Clients: buybuy Baby, Bed Bath & Beyond

Colleague Endorsements

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Kudos to Matt Saunders for his partnership in supporting multiple project accelerate initiatives and juggling competing priorities. As director of SEO and SEM, his flexibility and responsiveness has helped the team continue to move forward under tight timelines. 👏👏👏"

- Digital Weekly Byte Newsletter (9/3/20)

AUG 2016 - APR 2020

Sr. Director of SEO & Performance Media

Omnicom Media Group | NYC

  • Led the SEO 'Center of Excellence', establishing best practices, productizing new offerings, and developing thought leadership content.
  • Managed a team of 14 SEOs across 4 agencies, overseeing recruitment, performance, project allocation, and P&L accountability.
  • Led engagement with Cirque du Soleil, overseeing a team of eight running paid media programs on search, social, and programmatic.
  • Directed Global SEO for a multinational client with 18 ccTLDs, coordinating centralized technical and decentralized content programs across EMEA & LATAM.
  • Defined SEO technical requirements and led the global implementation of 3 CMS variations for Unilever, successfully managing over 24 migrations in one year.
Key Clients: Unilever, Eli Lilly, HSBC, Cirque du Soleil
NOV 2014 - AUG 2016

Client Service Director - US Agencies

BrightEdge | NYC

  • Managed and cultivated a network of 30+ agency partnerships ($3M+ in ARR) while achieving a 90% client retention rate in the highly competitive SEO SaaS market.
  • Spearheaded dozens of complex platform integrations and account setups, ensuring smooth onboarding for new partners.
  • Empowered global agencies through comprehensive training programs, accelerating platform adoption and optimizing reporting practices.
  • Collaborated with agency partners to develop and promote high-quality white papers, establishing thought leadership in the SEO industry.
Key Clients: Razorfish, Performics, 360i, GroupM, Resolution Media

Colleague Endorsements

"Matt is a problem solver. He focuses on process and just keeps improving. That mix of talent, intent, and attitude can't be faked. I'm so impressed by his work, and also his ability to rub off on others to improve organizational cultures. It's an absolute pleasure to work alongside someone so genuine, who practices what he preaches."

- Eric Bergman, Vice President

MAR 2008 - NOV 2014

SEO Director

Publicis Groupe | Rosetta | NYC

  • Success demonstrated via rapid career progression, rising from entry-level SEO Associate ('08) to SEO Director ('12) in four years.
  • Oversaw SEO investments of $1.5MM+ and managed a team of 15 individuals across multiple specialties.
  • Coordinated internal BrightEdge certification to become the first officially certified agency in the world.
  • SEO SME and Strategy Lead for Marriott International $1M+ "Industry advisor" thought leadership scope, leading to a 15% YoY increase in client's organic revenue.
  • Drove 30% growth in organic search quote submissions as SEO lead for Nationwide Insurance within the highly competitive auto insurance market.
Key Clients: Marriott, The Ritz Carlton, Nationwide Insurance, MSC Industrial

Colleague Endorsements

"I learned a great deal from Matt's demonstrated digital marketing expertise and can personally thank him for his valuable perspective on many topics we collaborated on over the last year. I would highly recommend Matt as a great co-worker and client advocate."

- Kurt Krejny, Authen:tech Leader

"Matt is the absolute best SEO I've ever worked with! For three years, I've been a passenger as he's lead million-dollar SEO campaigns for billion-dollar companies, all while keeping a pulse on cutting-edge industry developments...Simply stated, many people say they're experts and fail to deliver. Matt isn't just an expert, he's THE expert!"

- Jacob Stoops, Global Channel Lead

Oct 2007 - Jan 2008

SEO Specialist

The Karcher Group | Canton, OH

Executed foundational link development tactics including offsite content partnerships, blogger outreach, and relationship building.

Full Capabilities

Leadership & Operational Excellence

Organizational Leadership

  • Team Architecture & Scalability
  • Talent Development & Mentorship
  • Performance Frameworks
  • P&L Management & Budgeting
  • Centers of Excellence (CoE)
  • Global Training Programs
  • Cross-Functional Leadership

Relationship Management

  • Executive Stakeholder Management
  • Strategic Partner Negotiations (JBP/LOI)
  • Navigating Complex Matrix Structures
  • Global Matrix Navigation
  • Agency & Vendor Oversight
  • Client Retention & Growth
  • Ability to Influence Change

Media Operations & Business

  • Budget Forecasting & Operations
  • Pacing & Billing Processes
  • Project Management & Scoping
  • Vendor RFP Management
  • Upselling & Cross-Selling Strategy
  • New Business Development

Strategic Core Competencies

Education

The Ohio State University

BSBA in Marketing

Fisher College of Business | 2003 - 2007

Activities: American Marketing Association

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