Drew Franklin
A modern marketer based in Birmingham, AL with over fifteen years of marketing & communications experience in the energy, technology and manufacturing industries.
My Story
Howdy! I’m a passionate marketing and communications leader based in the vibrant heart of Birmingham, Ala. With over fifteen years of diverse experience, I’ve navigated the dynamic worlds of energy, manufacturing, and technology with zeal and innovation.
What excites me? Crafting compelling strategies that speak volumes. From stirring up demand generation campaigns to weaving narratives in corporate communications, I thrive on creating impactful content that resonates with audiences. My philosophy is simple: Blend creativity with strategy to ignite growth and inspire action.
Academically, I’m rooted in my Alabama heritage – a proud alumnus of The University of Alabama (Roll Tide!) with a degree in Public Relations and an MBA graduate from the University of Alabama-Birmingham.
Beyond the professional realm, I’m a dedicated family man. I call the charming city of Hoover, Ala., home. Here, I enjoy the beautiful journey of life with my wonderful wife, Sara, and our three energetic boys.
Let’s connect and explore how we can drive transformative marketing solutions together. I am excited to share insights, collaborate, and be part of your professional journey!
“Greatness doesn’t start with a market opportunity; it starts with a problem that needs solving. The opportunity comes from marketing the solution.” — Simon Sinek [ Start with Why ]
Drew Franklin
Recognition & Awards
Rising Stars of Manufacturing, Energy & Industry
Inbound Certification
Executive Leadership & Board Member
American Marketing Association | 2015-2020
Executive Development Program | Marketing Leadership
Hubspot Customer Highlight
Best Places to Work Award
Thoughts About Marketing & life
How to Build a Successful Go-to-Market Strategy
A successful go-to-market strategy is essential for any business looking to launch a new product or service. Essentially, the blueprint guides how a company will reach its target customers and achieve competitive positioning. Understanding what a go-to-market strategy...
The Man In the Arena
I dared to do something I was not qualified to do... But, I was encouraged by a leader in my life to strive for greatness - even if it meant I could ultimately fail. Back in 2006 - I was a 1 ⭐️ QB / LB / LS in high school in Birmingham, AL. But, I had an opportunity...
How Do You Add Value?
Sometimes you get the question like - What did you do this for? How did you do it? Why did you do it? I created something a few weeks ago. I did a podcast interview with myself which got some laughs, got some very interesting comments and got a lot of questions...
THEY DON’T MAKE ‘EM LIKE THEY USED TO
The phrase you've probably heard time or two. Unfortunately, it is the case here in the NFL offensive player stats from 1999 to 2013. We are going to be talking about the Power 5 Conference share when it comes to quarterbacks in the NFL. Who is the Power 5 Conference?...
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Opportunity is the discovery of a new route to a known destination.