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Hi, I’m Nate Ralph, a digital marketing leader and content strategist based in the Greater St. Louis area. I specialize in building and guiding high-performing teams to execute campaigns that drive measurable growth. By bridging the gap between creative innovation and analytical problem-solving, I empower brands to turn complex data into clear, impactful digital experiences.

What I Do: Leading Teams to Digital Excellence

My leadership philosophy is rooted in empowering both creatives and analysts, combining technology, research, and data to drive measurable business results while fostering a culture of professional growth.

Here is how I drive success:

  • Strategic Team Leadership: I mentor and direct cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative environment where innovative ideas translate into successful, high-impact campaigns.

  • Content Strategy & Oversight: I design and manage scalable content architectures across digital platforms. By aligning creative output with overarching business goals, I ensure consistent brand messaging and sustainable user engagement.

  • Omnichannel Digital Marketing: I direct comprehensive digital campaigns—integrating SEO/SEM, social media, and email marketing. My focus is on optimizing resource allocation to maximize traffic, conversions, and overall team performance.

  • Data-Driven Decision Making: I champion an analytics-first culture. By harnessing audience data, I empower my teams to test, refine, and optimize strategies, ensuring our marketing efforts are agile, informed, and effective.

  • Marketing Technology (MarTech) Integration: I leverage cutting-edge tools, marketing automation, and forward-thinking methodologies (including gamification) to streamline workflows, keeping my teams efficient and our campaigns ahead of the curve.


Why Partner With Me?

Effective marketing requires more than just a strong strategy; it requires a leader who can rally a team to execute it flawlessly. With a deep background spanning content strategy, SEO, and marketing automation—backed by Google certifications—I bring both the tactical expertise to understand the day-to-day work and the strategic vision to lead the people doing it.

Whether you are looking to scale your online presence, launch complex digital initiatives, or build a more cohesive and productive marketing department, I deliver the leadership necessary to hit your KPIs and drive sustainable growth.

Explore more about my work and projects to see how I can assist in transforming your digital landscape. Let’s connect and start achieving your digital goals today!

About Me

Hello! I’m Nate Ralph.

As a Digital Marketing Manager, I have a deep passion for driving digital innovation and cultivating high-performing teams. My career is centered around crafting impactful, data-driven marketing strategies that not only elevate brand presence but also empower the people behind the campaigns.

Leadership Beyond the Office

Leadership is a thread that runs through every aspect of my life. My journey in Scouting began as a youth when I earned my Eagle Scout rank, and today, I continue to champion those principles of mentorship and community as an active volunteer leader. As a proud parent to three children, I deeply value the time spent embracing the energy and joy of family life. These experiences fuel my commitment to continuous leadership training and my drive to perfect the art of guiding others—both personally and professionally.

Cultivating Growth & Innovation

In my downtime, I trade my screen for the outdoors to focus on organic gardening. There is a profound satisfaction in nurturing the earth and growing my own produce—a hobby that perfectly mirrors my professional philosophy of sustainable growth, patience, and careful planning. At the same time, I am a natural builder and tinkerer; I’m always eager to explore the latest digital technologies, tools, and industry trends to ensure my skill set remains cutting-edge.

Whether I’m cultivating a garden, developing a team member’s potential, or diving into the next big MarTech innovation, I approach every challenge with enthusiasm and a commitment to excellence.

Let’s connect and see how we can collaborate to achieve great things together!

Professional Experience

NATHAN RALPH – Find me on LinkedIn

Analytical problem solver with strong leadership, management, marketing, and communication skills. A uniquely creative internet native with a track record of guiding teams to strategic successes. Skilled in leading cross-functional groups, driving digital marketing initiatives, and fostering collaboration. Proficient in all aspects of digital marketing and adept with most industry-standard tools and platforms, bringing a hands-on, results-driven approach to every project.

Marketing and Communications Manager – 9/2025 to Present

Craft Alliance, St. Louis, MO

Freelance SEO Strategist, Webmaster, Writer, Social Media Consultant and Affiliate Marketer – 10/2012 to Present                                                                                      

Nathan Ralph, St. Louis, MO

Marketing and Digital Strategy Consultant – 6/2021 to 9/2025

Death Penalty Action (DPA), Remote

Digital Content Specialist – 4/2023 to 11/2024

Washington University College of Arts & Sciences, St. Louis, MO

Marketing Manager – 1/2018 to 4/2023

Sessions College, Tempe, AZ

Digital Marketing Manager Team Lead Strategist – 4/2016 to 1/2018

ReachLocal, Phoenix, AZ

Lead Content Writer and SEO Strategist – 10/2014 to 4/2016

One Mall Group, Scottsdale, AZ

Junior Content Manager – 8/2011 to 10/2014

WireBuzz Digital Media Marketing, Scottsdale, AZ

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS and AWARDS

  • Associate of ArtsSpoon River Community College, Macomb, IL.
  • B.A. in Sustainability – Sustainable Urban Dynamics – Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ – Cum Laude.
  • Eagle Scout and Vigil Honor AwardBoy Scouts of America.
  • Arizona State Presidential Elector2012 Electoral College.
  • Google Adwords Certifications: Adwords Fundamentals, Search Advertising, Display Advertising, Video Advertising
  • YouTube Certified 

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Contact

If you’d like to reach Nate Ralph you can message on any of the various social platforms or email sustainate @ gmail.com.