Courtney Ballantini

Courtney is an experienced marketing executive who has built her career growing iconic brands via modern marketing practices. As Head of Client Experience, Courtney is responsible for delivering best-in-class client engagement and driving work that elevates brands, captures demand, and creates real business impact. Prior to Rise, she served as VP of Marketing Communications and Design for Tyson Foods, where she led a team of marketers that built brands across the retail portfolio. She also has a long tenure as a media expert in various agency and client-side roles. Courtney is known in the industry for her strategic acumen, commercial mindset, and collaborative leadership. She is actively involved in marketing industry organizations and is the recipient of several industry awards, including Working Mother of the Year from She Runs It and Women to Watch from Brand Innovators.