Strategically Building Brands Nationwide
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“Working with 7MPR brought our company from the underdog to the 400-pound gorilla in the mortgage industry. We landed every account we collectively went after. Tactical planning and execution was not only successful but fun. Carolynn takes the time to understand not only what you’re after but why, she helps you figure out how. I’ve been in sales and marketing for 40 years and have worked with a lot of good people, Carolynn is the best. We can all probably climb a mountain without help, I’d rather do it with an experienced Sherpa.”
Danny Byrnes, Chief Revenue Officer for Covius
(Nationwide Title Clearing, a Covius Solution)
WHO WE ARE
Founded in 2011, Seven Marketing is a national strategic marketing and public relations agency. Seven provides a wide range of services to national corporations, franchises, high-profile CEOs & Celebrities, and consumer brands.
Strategically lean and focused, Seven gets their clients the most relevant and effective exposure and publicity to position them as leaders in their industry.
Why Seven Marketing + PR?
Our Partnerships with Top Tier Media in Tampa, New York and LA.
Our Depth of Industry Experience Healthcare, Hospitality, Fitness, Anti-Aging, Wellness, Celebrities, Sports, Authors, Business Startups + More!
Our Combined Experience of 30 Years Building Successful Brands with Cost-effective PR and Brand strategy conceived and executed by our agency principals.
Our Passion We love our clients and what we do! Our approach is personal, tailored to your needs and always results-driven.
Brand Partnerships & Collaborations
At Seven Marketing + PR we specialize in forging powerful brand partnerships that connect top influencers, talent, celebrities, and athletes with the perfect brands to create meaningful collaborations. Our expertise lies in curating authentic and high-impact partnerships that drive brand awareness, audience engagement, business growth, and sales. Leveraging our deep industry connections and strategic approach, we offer a full suite of brand partnership services, including talent sourcing, campaign management, contract negotiations, celebrity gifting suite placements, and assistance with content creation. Whether it’s product endorsements, ambassadorships, or high-profile collaborations, we ensure every partnership aligns seamlessly with brand values and business objectives. In today’s competitive marketplace, authentic connections matter. That’s why we go beyond traditional partnerships to craft credible innovative and data-driven strategies that deliver measurable results. From emerging brands to household names, we help businesses amplify their reach and credibility through powerful collaborations with the industry’s top talent. Let us take your brand to the next level with partnerships that leave a lasting impact! Clients have been featured on Today Show, GMA, Tamron Hall, Dr. Phil, Oprah, ESPN, Fox News, ABC, NBC, Daytime, The Huffington Post, and publications nationwide
CONSULTING
For those simply seeking a starting place or needing inspiration to take their current marketing or public relations platform to the next level.
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Public Relations services for local and national businesses, entrepreneurs, authors, CEO’s and those seeking brand awareness and media exposure.
PR Services IncludeS:
- Press Release Writing and distribution
- Local and national TV interviews
- Print and online publication placements
- Radio and podcast interviews
- Grand Opening PR (hotels, restaurants, venues)
MEET TEAM 7
OWNER & CEO
Meet Carolynn Smith-Jones
Carolynn Smith-Jones is a sales, marketing, and public relations professional with over 20 years of experience in the hospitality, health care, sports, entertainment, and franchise industries. Her business focus is to get maximum media coverage, brand awareness and brand exposure for her clients which include national corporations, business owners, professional athletes, published authors, and high-profile CEOs.
Carolynn started her career as an on-air radio personality for NFL Fox Sports where she covered NFL pre-season camps and side-line reporting; interviewing NFL players and coaches.
A graduate of UNF and Hall of Famer in NCAA Women’s Basketball, she continues to emcee the NCAA Women’s Basketball Final Four “Tourney Town” as one of her passion projects.
Following the world of sports and entertainment; Carolynn’s extensive communications background includes multiple awards in sales and marketing for Starwood Hotels & Resorts and Hilton Hotels nationwide. As a former “Million Dollar Baby” in sales and marketing for Hilton Hotels Worldwide; Carolynn continues to help market Hospitality clients nationally including Papa Johns and national hotel brands.
Carolynn is entering her 14th year as owner of Seven Marketing + PR.
BOARD MEMBER
Jones Family Foundation Tampa Bay, Inc.
President/Founder 2021 – Present
Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay
Board of Directors Comm. & PR November 2018 – Present
Denard Span Foundation (MLB)
Executive Director January 2015 – November 2018
NFL Alumni Association Tampa Chapter
NFL Advisory Board Member Marketing & Events
February 2016 – Feb 2017
EDUCATION
B.S., Communications/ Public Relations University of North Florida, 2003
UNF – NCAA Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Induction, 2005
Dean’s List – Junior and Senior Years, 2002-2003
VP Communications
Meet Amy Jean Smith
Amy Jean Smith-Bethea is the VP of Communications at Seven Marketing + PR, who helps growing organizations and brands communicate with clarity, purpose, and personality. She specializes in building the systems behind strong communication, from internal frameworks and brand voice development to leadership visibility and employee engagement strategies.
Amy’s work spans multiple industries, where she leads communication and media strategies for multi-market companies and shapes cohesive storytelling across teams and platforms. She also manages onsite media and event operations for major partners including Feld Entertainment, supporting high-impact public relations moments and live event execution.
Beyond her agency role, Amy serves as Vice Chair of Bess the Book Bus, a national mobile literacy nonprofit based in Tampa. She supports the organization’s communications, partnerships, and national outreach as it brings free books and literacy programs to children across the country.
Amy is known for her narrative instinct, clean writing style, and ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging communication that people connect with.
VP of Sales + Business Development
Meet Kendrix “KJ” Jones
Kendrix “KJ” Jones is a seasoned executive with a strong background in sales, business development and retail development. Currently serving as the Vice President of Sales and Business Development for Seven Marketing + PR, KJ brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his role.
Prior to his successful career in the PR industry, KJ had a noteworthy journey in the world of sports. He excelled as a college football player, showcasing his talent and dedication on the field. After his collegiate career, KJ’s skills landed him a spot briefly in the National Football League (NFL).
Driven by his entrepreneurial spirit, KJ transitioned into the business world and discovered his passion for sales and entrepreneurship. With a natural flair for building relationships and closing deals, he has spent the past 15 years honing his skills in various sales roles.
KJ’s unique combination of athleticism, business acumen, and sales has made him an invaluable asset to the team at Seven Marketing + PR. He continues to drive growth, forge strategic partnerships, and deliver exceptional results for both his clients and the company.
Director of Content + Expert Development
Rick Grant
Rick Grant is the Director of Content and Expert Development at Seven Marketing + PR. A former national trade press reporter and editor, Rick has covered financial services, technology, engineering, and real estate for leading publishers in New York and for Office.com, a media project owned by CBS and Winstar.
With more than 25 years of experience writing about leaders and their work, Rick has built a career around telling stories that illuminate expertise and strengthen credibility. His background spans television, radio, podcasts, web, and print, giving him a wide lens on how to shape narratives across platforms.
At 7MPR, Rick focuses on developing thought leaders, refining expert positioning, and producing high-quality content that elevates brand authority and visibility.
Graphic Design & web developer
Meet Beatrice Sims
Beatrice Sims, is our graphic, brand and web developer. For Beatrice, branding goes far beyond just a logo or graphic design. When she thinks about your brand, she thinks about your customer’s entire experience…everything from your logo, your website, and your social media interaction.
A sleek and accessible design can mean a world of difference between you and your competition. People connect with brands more easily when they are visually appealing. This can drive customer traffic and word-of-mouth referrals.
Raised in Florida, Beatrice is a graduate of the University of Ringling College of Art and Design with a bachelor’s degree in Computer Animation and Graphic Design.
“Our Disney On Ice talent loved working with Carolynn and said that she made the entire morning worthwhile. It can be really difficult to get performers excited about PR, especially early mornings and off days, so this feedback is very much appreciated. Great Job by the agency!”
– Tour Coordinator, Feld Entertainment’s Disney On Ice
“When Carolynn joined the Hilton marketing team she “knocked it out of the park” achieving $1.5 million in annual sales and earning the designation of “Million Dollar Baby.” She has a deep knowledge of the hospitality industry, unquestionable ethics and is a consummate professional.”
Hilton Hotels Worldwide – Colleen Beck, Director of Sales & Marketing
“Carolynn and her team have directed the Grand Openings, PR & Marketing for 6 different Primrose Schools in the Florida Franchise. While opening our South Tampa school, she enabled us to max out enrollment before we ever opened our doors. ANY franchisee seeking an expert in results-driven marketing, PR and business development would be fortunate to have her support.”
Jana Radtke, Owner and Franchisee, Primrose School of South Tampa
“Carolynn Smith and her team produced successful marketing and PR programs that increased business at our TGI Friday’s Restaurant in Tampa International Airport. She also did the same for my personal brand. Carolynn is a trusted business partner and I recommend her to anyone needing a senior level strategic marketing/PR partner to drive their company’s growth and revenue.”
George Tinsley, Owner/CEO Tinsley Group, Inc. , Independent restaurant conglomerate with 75 restaurants inside the Tampa International, Miami and Louisville Airports.
CLIENTS WHO HAVE TRUSTED US
SPORTS |ENTERTAINMENT | LIVE EVENTS
HOSPITALITY + FRANCHISES
HEALTH & WELLNESS
CORPORATE
