Charis Retherford

Charis Retherford is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in strategic partnerships and marketing, currently serving as Head of Strategic Partnerships & Marketing at Prelude, where the focus is on enhancing preneed sales for the death care sector. Charis co-owns Belafonte Tulsa Event Venue and is a co-founder of Citizens of Sound, demonstrating strong skills in managing full sales cycles, client and account management, and effective communication. As Founder of Citizens of Marketing, Charis has developed strategies to increase sales through various marketing channels. Previous roles include Marketing and Production at Tulsa Community Foundation, Marketing Specialist at 10-4 Financing, LLC, Marketing Director at Relay Creative Group, and Sales Consultant at Maxus Plan Solutions, showcasing a robust background in marketing strategies and sales support. Charis holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations from Oral Roberts University.