Chris Elam

Director of Shopper Marketing

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Chris has a bit of everything on his plate here at Partners + Napier, and he wouldn't have it any other way. This shopper marketing and consumer promotion authority has expertise in classic CPG and brand marketing, with an extensive bill of retail experience. Chris cooks up delectable, data-rich insights for our clients that inspire great promotional and shopper marketing programs, earning him the moniker "The Idea Guy." His strong client-side and agency background, coupled with his unflagging enthusiasm for "the final 18 inches" of the sale, motivates us to work smarter.

More about chris

• With past clients like M&M Mars, Häagen-Dazs, and Nestle, it's no wonder Chris has a fondness for anything chocolate - especially brownies.
• Retail experience: Walmart, Target, Kroger, CVS, Sam's Club, and Costco; brands McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Dreyer's, Polaroid, and Wisk. 
• Chris was the recipient of two Reggie Awards for his work with Memorex and Metz Baking Group.