Marla Pieton

Marla Pieton, M.A. has a diverse and extensive work experience in the field of marketing and public relations. Marla is currently the Director of Marketing, PR & Influencer at Alkami Technology, where they lead the development and execution of industry research studies, thought leadership content, PR initiatives, and influencer marketing strategies. Before joining Alkami, Marla was the Director of Marketing at Segmint, Inc., an Alkami Company. Prior to that, they served as the Vice President of Marketing at Farmers National Bank of Canfield and Quaker Steak & Lube. Marla has also worked as an Adjunct Professor at Eastern Gateway Community College and held various marketing and PR roles at Forum Health, Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Retirement Services, Inc., and Winner Advertising.

Marla Pieton, M.A. obtained their Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Advertising and PR from Youngstown State University in 1999. Marla then pursued a Certificate in Forensic Science and Law from Duquesne University in 2004. Marla furthered their education by completing their Master of Arts in Media Management from Kent State University in 2009.