AMA Baltimore

🌟 Meet Keith Story, AVP Collegiate Relations for AMA Baltimore! 🌟

Keith is a university professor, business researcher, and recognized thought leader at the intersection of creating, communicating, and delivering value to customers.

He teaches strategic marketing and supply chain concepts at Mississippi State University’s College of Business and previously served as president of the Consortium of Supply Chain and Operations Management.

Before entering academia, Keith spent 15 years in marketing, supply chain, and consulting roles with leading firms, like Alcoa, Procter & Gamble, Johnson & Johnson, and Deloitte Consulting.

👉 https://amabaltimore.org/board/keith-story/

On this Memorial Day, we reflect with gratitude on those who served and sacrificed for our country. Honoring their legacy today and always. 🇺🇸❤️

Are brands shifting ad dollars away from Google Search? This must-read breakdown from Marketing Brew explores how YouTube, Amazon Sponsored Products, and search are reshaping media spend in 2026. 📊

Check it out 👉 https://www.marketingbrew.com/stories/2026/04/23/youtube-google-search-amazon-sponsored-products-ad-spend

🌟 Meet Abbi Ludwig, AVP Communications for AMA Baltimore! 🌟

Abbi is currently VP of Marketing and Communications at the Maryland Chamber of Commerce, where she leads strategies designed to engage, understand, support and strengthen Maryland’s business community. She also brings a wealth of experience from Montgomery Parks, Delaware Technical Community College, and Wicomico County Parks, Recreation and Tourism.

Abbi holds degrees from York College of Pennsylvania and The Johns Hopkins University, and lives in Baltimore with her husband, Greg, and their two rescue dogs, Wilma and Lola.

👉 https://amabaltimore.org/board/abbi-ludwig/

☀️ Looking to grow your network this summer? Join AMA Baltimore + Strategic Factory for — a great chance to connect with local professionals, meet new people, and enjoy delicious food & drinks.

📅 June 11 | 🕠 5:30-8 PM

Register 👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/amamingle-signs-of-summer-with-strategic-factory-tickets-1988365562924

Want to build a strong brand? It's not just about visibility — it’s about trust. This blog from the Digital Marketing Institute breaks down what brand authority really means, why it matters, and practical ways to build it for long-term growth.

It's a must-read for marketers, business owners, and growing brands!

Check it out 👉 https://digitalmarketinginstitute.com/blog/what-is-brand-authority-why-it-matters-and-how-to-build-it

🌟 Meet Brittany Karabetis, VP of Communications at AMA Baltimore! 🌟

With a unique blend of military, sales, and marketing experience, Brittany brings a passion for fostering authentic connections and a mission-driven mindset.

Brittany proudly served in the U.S. Air Force as a Security Forces Fire Team Leader from 2015–2022, a role that shaped her discipline, adaptability, and mission-driven approach to leadership.

Outside of work, she loves traveling, gardening, and growing everything from strawberries and watermelon to apple trees and grapes! 🍓🍇

Learn more about Brittany 👉 https://amabaltimore.org/board/brittany-karabetis/

🌟 Meet Philippe Lerner, MBA, VP of Finance at AMA Baltimore! 🌟

Philippe is a finance pro with 20+ years of experience. He's built a strong reputation with Fortune 500 companies, as well as small and mid-size businesses, and prides himself on guiding his clients towards sound and profitable business decisions.

Philippe received his MBA from Johns Hopkins University.

In his down time, he's usually finding a slope to ski or running up the soccer field trying to score a goal. ⚽🎿

Learn more about Philippe 👉 https://amabaltimore.org/board/philippe-lerner-mba/

🚨 Just one day left until AMA Baltimore's virtual session on how to use AI without losing your authenticity, your creativity, or your brand voice + personality in the process. 👏

🎤 “Leverage An Authentic Voice Through AI Collaboration”
📅 Thursday, May 14
⏰ 12–1PM EDT

Whether you’re a:
💻 marketer
📱 social media manager
✍️ copywriter
📧 email marketer
🎨 creative
🏢 communicator
📚 student
🤖 AI-curious professional
…or honestly anyone tired of AI content sounding painfully obvious and low-effort — this session is for YOU.

Jill Rendelstein is bringing REAL strategies for:
✔️ maintaining authentic voice
✔️ collaborating with AI instead of relying on it
✔️ avoiding robotic, generic content
✔️ protecting brand trust & human connection

Bonus: this is part workshop, part demo, part reality check for anyone who thinks ChatGPT should be writing their entire personality for them. 😬

✍️ So bring your laptop… and yes, a pen & paper too. and register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ama-in-the-afternoon-leverage-an-authentic-voice-through-ai-collaboration-tickets-1987395454303?aff=oddtdtcreator