Kim Schaller

Executive/CMO/Consultant

Kim Schaller is a respected executive leader with deep expertise in marketing, brand strategy, and experiential engagement. As the former Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, Kim spent decades building powerful customer experiences and iconic regional brands that connect deeply with guests and communities.

Known for her strategic vision and collaborative leadership style, Kim has also played an active role in regional economic development and community leadership. She has served on numerous boards and is a passionate advocate for creating opportunities for women in leadership across industries.

Today, Kim continues to mentor emerging leaders and champion efforts that bring innovation, culture, and community together. On Loud & Lifted, she shares candid lessons from her career—including how to lead with both grit and grace, and why visibility, voice, and values matter more than ever.

May 1, 2025

Quick Lift: How to Show Up, Speak Up & Lift Others

In every Loud & Lifted conversation, there are moments that deserve more than a passing nod—they deserve action. That’s where Quick Lifts come in. These short, high-impact episodes (under 10 minutes!) zoom in on key themes, truth bombs, and takeaways from our full-length interviews—turning inspiration into real momentum. In this Quick Lift, Betsy Hamm revisits her conversation with Kim Schaller to dig into what it really means to support women, take bold steps outside your comfort zone, and lead...

Guest: Kim Schaller

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April 10, 2025

Lift As You Climb: Trailblazing with Kim Schaller

She was the first—and only—female VP at her company, but Kim Schaller didn’t stop at breaking the glass ceiling—she built a ladder for others. In this episode, Betsy sits down with her longtime mentor and marketing powerhouse to talk about leadership, legacy, and the real work of lifting other women as you rise. From founding women-in-leadership initiatives to navigating life after the big title, Kim keeps it real about growth, grit, and what it means to show up with intention.

Guest: Kim Schaller

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