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Stacey Martin

SVP Marketing, Director of Brand Partnerships
Simmons Bank

I am director of brand partnerships for Simmons Bank, overseeing sponsorships and partnerships across our six-state footprint, ranging from tee-ball teams and golf to concert venues and everything in between. I’ve worked at Simmons Bank for six years. I also own and operate Alpha-Lit Little Rock, a marquee letter rental company. We’ve been in central Arkansas since 2019.

PRESSING QUESTIONS

Biggest challenges in my career

Balancing family, career and side hustle – especially when my work takes me on the road – but showing my daughter the meaning of hard work trumps every challenge.

What I learned from my first job

I’ve worked since I was 15 years old. My first job was at a local restaurant and I learned time management, grace under pressure and how to mitigate tense situations.

What keeps me coming back to my job every day

The people. I have the best team that encourages me, makes me laugh and are my biggest advocates.

Best career moment so far

Watching our brand ambassador, Will Zalatoris, win the 2022 FedEx St. Jude Championship on national television while wearing the Simmons logo.

A skill I never expected to need in this field

Redlining legal contracts.

One practice I use to maintain my mental health

Spending time with good friends. When I feel stretched thin, I can always find a reprieve in good conversations over a glass of wine.

How I knew this was my passion

See answer to most-used app. But really, I learned the entire game of golf in order to better understand this role – I'd call that passion!

Nonprofit I wish more people knew about

Junior League of Little Rock

IT'S ALL IN THE DETAILS

Hometown

Overland Park, KS

I can't start my day until

The coffee is made

Hobbies

Reading and needlepoint

Binge watch

“West Wing”

Last good read

“Pineapple Street” by Jenny Jackson

Favorite meal in town

Anything from Pantry Crest

Best recent local discovery

The Pizzeria's espresso martini with reposado tequila

Latest splurge

The dress for this photo shoot

Most-used app

PGA TOUR

Dream vacation

Italy

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