Samantha Demart

Samantha DeMart has extensive experience in marketing, communications, and public relations. Samantha began their career as a Media Coordinator/Account Executive at Partnership Advertising, where they managed client relationships, coordinated production, and implemented promotional campaigns. Samantha then transitioned to a Development Associate role at Heritage Christian Services, where they oversaw communications and publicity efforts in the Buffalo-Niagara region and cultivated relationships with various stakeholders. Samantha later became the Manager of Communications and Advancement, responsible for marketing plans, digital marketing strategies, and special events. Currently, Samantha serves as the Associate Director of Marketing and Communications at Heritage Christian Services, overseeing internal and external agency communications, managing social media strategies, and implementing PR campaigns. Samantha has also worked as a Senior Project Manager at Eric Mower + Associates, providing tactical support for integrated client campaigns. Overall, Samantha's work experience highlights their expertise in marketing, communications, event coordination, and relationship management.

Samantha DeMart attended the University at Buffalo from 2001 to 2005, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Communications with a minor in Anthropology. In terms of additional certifications, they obtained the NYS Notary Public certification from New York State in October 2016. More recently, in March and April 2023, they obtained the SafeZone certification and became a SafeZone Facilitator respectively, both from The SafeZone Initiative.