Kayla Bolyai, Chief Marketing Officer
Professional Overview
Kayla Bolyai is a seasoned marketing executive with over a decade of experience driving results for prominent hospitality and retail brands. As the Chief Marketing Officer at Altamarea Group, she oversees all marketing, branding, and digital strategy initiatives, spearheading innovative campaigns that have elevated the company's market presence. Additionally, Kayla is the Founder and CEO of BELONG: Space for You & Your Belongings, a cutting-edge storage and organization startup serving the New York metropolitan area.
Experience Summary
Current Roles
Chief Marketing Officer, Altamarea Group (2025-01-01 to Present)
- Responsible for developing and executing the overall marketing strategy for Altamarea's portfolio of acclaimed restaurants and hospitality concepts
- Oversees a team of marketing professionals to deliver high-impact campaigns across digital, social, and traditional channels
- Spearheaded the rebranding of Altamarea's flagship properties, resulting in a 25% increase in customer engagement and a 15% boost in revenue
- Leveraged data-driven insights to optimize the company's e-commerce and loyalty programs, driving a 20% lift in online sales
Founder & CEO, BELONG: Space for You & Your Belongings (2023-11-01 to Present)
- Launched a innovative storage and organization startup, providing personalized solutions for individuals and businesses in the New York metro area
- Developed a proprietary technology platform to streamline the storage and retrieval process, enhancing the customer experience
- Secured $5 million in seed funding to fuel the company's rapid expansion, with plans to open three additional locations within the next 12 months
Career Progression
Prior to her current roles, Kayla held various marketing and public relations positions within the hospitality and lifestyle industries, including:
- Marketing Director, Altamarea Group (2022-02-01 to 2025-01-01)
- Director of Digital Marketing, STARR Restaurants (2019-01-01 to 2021-01-01)
- Director of Public Relations, 160over90 (2017-01-01 to 2019-01-01)
- Account Manager, Bollare (2014-01-01 to 2017-01-01)
- Marketing & Public Relations Manager, Bespoke Global (2012-01-01 to 2014-01-01)
- Marketing Coordinator, W Hotels (2010-01-01 to 2012-01-01)
Throughout her career, Kayla has consistently demonstrated her ability to drive measurable results, build strong client relationships, and lead cross-functional teams to achieve ambitious marketing objectives.
Academic Background
Kayla holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Marketing from the University of Pennsylvania, where she graduated summa cum laude.
Areas of Expertise
- Omnichannel marketing strategy and execution
- Brand development and positioning
- Digital marketing and e-commerce optimization
- Public relations and media relations
- Hospitality and retail industry expertise
- Team leadership and talent development
Professional Impact
- Spearheaded the rebranding of Altamarea Group's flagship properties, resulting in a 25% increase in customer engagement and a 15% boost in revenue
- Leveraged data-driven insights to optimize the company's e-commerce and loyalty programs, driving a 20% lift in online sales
- Secured $5 million in seed funding to fuel the rapid expansion of BELONG: Space for You & Your Belongings, with plans to open three additional locations within the next 12 months
Conclusion
With her extensive experience, proven track record of success, and a keen eye for innovation, Kayla Bolyai is poised to continue driving transformative change within the hospitality and retail industries. As she navigates her dual roles as Chief Marketing Officer at Altamarea Group and Founder & CEO of BELONG, Kayla remains committed to leveraging her expertise to deliver exceptional results and create value for her clients and stakeholders.