Meet Our Team
Jacqueline Hayes, MBA
Founder + Chief Marketing Strategist
Ever since arriving in Nashville in 1995, Jacqueline has wanted an office atop the “Batman” building. But the breathtaking view of downtown Nashville from the Crayons & Marketers office in North Nashville gives this Birmingham native a sense of pride and a bird’s eye view of opportunities on the horizon.
After a successful career in Sales & Marketing, Customer Relationship Management, and Sales Training, Jacqueline used her knack for developing and nurturing client relationships and a love for writing to start Crayons & Marketers, bringing years of corporate marketing experience to main street.
But, Jacqueline’s work to develop strong ties extends beyond business. She works just as hard to build underserved communities throughout Nashville through her work with several nonprofits and advocacy for women in business. Her leadership has earned her numerous mentions and awards including being named one of the 2020 Women of Influence by the Nashville Business Journal, a 2019 WBE Who Rocks by MBE Magazine, a 2014 ATHENA Young Professional Nominee and receiving the 2013 PENCIL Foundation Volunteer of the Year Award and the 2014 Community Excellence Award presented by the Nashville Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners, of which she is a past president. Jacqueline currently serves on the National Board of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO). Jacqueline is an alumna of Tennessee State University and Middle Tennessee State University. Connect with Jacqueline on LinkedIn.
Brooke Kelley
Marketing & PR Manager
Brooke Kelly is a PR and marketing professional specializing in writing, media relations and strategic communications.
She spent the first decade of her career working at a Nashville-based, full service PR firm where she assisted clients from the government, education, tourism, construction and healthcare sectors with a variety of public relations, marketing and advertising needs.
Brooke is a graduate of Jackson State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mass communications with an emphasis in multimedia journalism and a minor in art.
Through her professional development and community involvement work, Brooke is a member of the Public Relations Society of America as well as the National Coalition of 100 Black Women’s Metropolitan Nashville Chapter. She currently serves as the president of the Jackson State University National Alumni Association’s Nashville Chapter.
When she is not working or volunteering, Brooke enjoys reading, finding ways to stay active and going to cultural events and restaurants with family and friends.
Brandon Tubbs
Paid Advertising Specialist
Brandon began his marketing career as a Digital Marketing Strategist at the USA Today Network. He moved to State Farm to do marketing and PR for a local agency, and now we welcome him to the Crayons & Marketers team!
Brandon is registered with the Online Marketing Certified Professionals (OMCP) community. He is also Google AdWords and Analytics certified, as well as Facebook Blueprint certified.
In his free time, Brandon enjoys spending time with his family, running, exercising, cooking, and serving in the children’s ministry at his local church.
Bethany Anderson
Content Marketer
Bethany is an award-winning journalist, marketing specialist, and content creator. She specializes in government and media relations; corporate communications; events and communications planning; issues and crisis management; marketing; and digital content management.
Previously, Bethany was the Marketing Director for a global executive recruiting firm. She is also a 10-year veteran news anchor and investigative journalist. She has worked for regional ABC, NBC, and CBS affiliates in Nashville, Tennessee, and Jacksonville, Florida. Among her recognitions are a News Emmy, the Florida News Award, and the Alabama Power Reporter award.
In addition to leading national media relations efforts for the International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR) in Washington, D.C., she has also managed local political campaigns in Florida and Alabama.
Frequently speaking at her alma mater, the University of West Florida, she is passionate about broadcast communications and ethics. In her spare time, she volunteers for Capstone Adaptive Therapy, which provides long-term education and housing for people with disabilities.
Terri Cotton
Marketing Assistant
Terri is a native Texan who credits her tenure at IBM, Marriott, We Are Alexander, St. John Church and One Community Church for honing her experience and growth in Accounting, Hospitality, Operations Administration, Marketing and Christian Ministry. Over the past 20 years, Terri’s commitment to serve in excellence has earned her numerous recognitions, awards, and accolades for excellence in customer care, associate engagement, client services, organizational leadership, and office management.
Terri is a mother to 3 adults (2 Navy Vets) and 1 grandchild who gets great joy in traveling, serving others and cooking.