Our Unique Approach to Marketing
It’s who we are. And it’s what we stand for.
At Magnolia Marketing, we take a dynamic, unconventional approach to systematizing sales, enhancing customer experience, and optimizing marketing, turning your business into a revenue-generating machine. Our process allows you to step back and retire faster. Many business owners struggle with wearing too many hats, unclear marketing results, and being bogged down by minor details.
We bring clarity, streamline your marketing, and provide actionable solutions, helping you work ON your business instead of getting stuck IN it.
MEET OUR TEAM
Jodi Pitts
CEO & Founder
Jodi is a native of Cookeville, Tennessee, who has enthusiastically devoted her career to advancing businesses across the region. Jodi has entrepreneurial roots, having grown up with parents who were serial entrepreneurs. At an early age, she learned the value that businesses bring to their communities.
Jodi's professional journey is marked by significant roles and achievements. As the CEO and founder of Magnolia Marketing, she has led the company to success. Her influence extends beyond her company, as she also serves as the Program Director for the Business Resource Collective with Tennessee Technological University and the Special Programs Coordinator at the Tennessee Small Business Development Center. Jodi manages teams of marketing and website students to oversee nearly 200 web design, graphic design, and business development projects per year. Her history of community development is extensive, going back to her role as Director of Education and Community Engagement at Central Tennessee PBS.
She maintains a give-back mentality by serving on numerous non-profit boards and committees, whose missions range from downtown revitalization and main street programs to international education, humanitarian work, and missionary work. Jodi enjoys traveling, chasing waterfalls, visiting the beach, and boating with her husband, two kids, and dogs in her free time.
Management Team
Claire Blattner
Marketing & Business Development Manager
My name is Claire, I am a Florida-born, Nashville-raised, Tennessee Tech Graduate! I began my journey working with Jodi in 2021 at the Small Business Development Center where as the team lead, I dove into the nuances of small business development, marketing, and team dynamics. After completing my bachelor’s degree in Business Management and achieving a minor in Event Planning, Promotion, and Management, I stepped in with Jodi to expand our dream to empower entrepreneurs with the tools to secure financial freedom and a peaceful retirement. Now, I am proudly the Marketing and Business Development Manager of Magnolia Marketing, where I have the opportunity to tackle day-to-day and high-level strategic challenges. I am honored to work with Jodi, our esteemed clients, and our talented design team!
I am motivated by the support of my loved ones, and my desire to cement value into hard work done well. In my free time you will most definitely find me laughing along with my mom to 1990’s sitcoms, obsessively cleaning while listening to romantic (and often murderous) audiobooks, power walking to marketing podcasts, and cooking with ample amounts of garlic. I rely heavily on my morning matcha, textbook middle-child humor, and emergency crayons I keep in the bottom of my purse but aggressively avoid bugs, peas, and following directions.
I graduated in May 2024 from Tennessee Technological University with a degree in Business Management and a minor in Human Resources. During my senior year, I had the privilege of interning at the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), where I gained invaluable insights into what makes small businesses thrive. This experience not only honed my skills but also ignited a passion for helping business owners turn their dreams into reality by optimizing their operations for success.
At Magnolia Marketing, I have the honor of serving as the SEO Specialist and Technical Manager. I get to do all the fun stuff, like crafting complex systems and processes, optimizing websites with fresh metadata, and building comprehensive keyword lists. What, that doesn't sound fun to you? Well, maybe I’m just built different 💪💪
I am an avid enjoyer of all things fun. Whether it’s getting lost in a good book, diving into an immersive video game, playing just about any sport, or spending time outdoors, I’m always seeking new experiences. And the best part? Doing it all with the people I care about. If you're ever wondering where I am on fall & winter weekends, I'll probably be in a deer stand, cheering on my Dallas Cowboys, or both!
Micah Vick
Technical Manager & SEO Specialist
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Ellen Williamson
Social Media Account Manager
I work as a Social Media Account Manager at Magnolia. I run the social media accounts and help make promotional materials for the company.
I am a senior at Tennessee Tech majoring in marketing. After I graduate in May, I plan to get my MBA at TTU. I also have been working at the SBDC as an intern for the past year. I am passionate about helping small business owners succeed!
I love going to the beach and hiking! I also like reading, drinking coffee, and watching Gilmore Girls. I love fall and can't wait to eat all of the pumpkin-flavored goodies!
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Maggie Cesaretti
Graphic Designer
I recently joined Magnolia as a graphic designer. My job is to design beautiful and captivating posts.
I'm from Argentina. I graduated as a graphic designer at UADE in November last year. I'm passionate about everything related to design.
I love playing video games, playing with my cat Micaela, and watching a lot of Twitch and TikTok. I also really enjoy walking through the streets of the capital of Buenos Aires discovering new coffee shops.
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Kelcey Miller
Social Media Account Manager
Originally from Maryville, TN, she now lives in Cookeville. She graduated from Tennessee Tech with a major in Biology Health Sciences and a minor in Business Management.
Kelcey is recently married and enjoys thrifting, reading, and coffee dates 💍☕️