Hunter Stoner

Marketing × Technology · hunterstoner.com

Growth Marketing & Operations with a technical edge.

I'm Hunter Stoner, a Growth & Operations Manager with a background in Information Technology. I build and scale marketing systems, optimize operations, and drive measurable growth through data, automation, and technical execution.

I specialize in bridging marketing, technology, and operations to improve acquisition, retention, and overall business performance.

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About

A marketer who understands the systems behind growth.

I combine marketing strategy, technical expertise, and operational execution to build scalable growth systems. My experience spans marketing, SEO, customer success, technical support, social media, and infrastructure, giving me a full view of how businesses acquire, retain, and support customers.

I bring a data-driven approach to everything I do, using analytics, SEO, paid media, and automation to drive measurable outcomes while improving operational efficiency.

Experience

A clean timeline for marketing, tech, and execution.

Growth & Operations Manager

NameHero®

May 2024 – Present

  • Lead growth and operations for the game server hosting category
  • Manage workflows across marketing, content, partnerships, and customer success
  • Execute acquisition and retention strategies using SEO, paid search, and social media
  • Optimize support operations through documentation, knowledge base systems, and training
  • Lead community initiatives (Discord), affiliate programs, and YouTube growth strategies
  • Analyze performance metrics to identify growth opportunities and improve campaign outcomes

Co-Founder

ThreadNode

Aug 2021 – Sep 2023

  • Co-founded a cloud and game server hosting platform (dedicated servers, VPS, shared hosting)
  • Scaled to 1,000+ active customers through marketing, pricing strategy, and service delivery
  • Managed server infrastructure, uptime, and customer support operations
  • Built hands-on expertise in cloud computing, hosting environments, and customer lifecycle management

Information Technology Service Desk

Interapt

Sep 2023 – Jan 2024

  • Supported enterprise applications including CRM systems, Genesys, and Canvas
  • Resolved software and system issues using remote tools and troubleshooting methodologies
  • Managed and documented tickets in ServiceNow, ensuring efficient issue resolution
  • Delivered technical support with a focus on clarity, speed, and user satisfaction

Operations Technician

Lumen Technologies

Mar 2023 – Sep 2023

  • Provided technical support for business clients across network circuits and voice services
  • Monitored systems, triaged incidents, and escalated issues to maintain SLA performance
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve outages and minimize downtime

Education

Academic foundation in business and technology.

Western Governors University

MBA

Current

Southern New Hampshire University

Bachelor of Science (BS), Information Technology & Business Management

Feb 2024 – Jun 2026

Hamilton High School

High School Diploma

Sep 2014 – Jun 2018

Projects

Selected systems, campaigns, and proof points.

01

GRC Consulting · Web & SEO

Polimity

Built and launched the company website for a GRC consulting business. Led SEO optimization, on-page strategy, and ongoing blog content to drive organic traffic, qualified leads, and brand authority in the governance, risk, and compliance space.

02

Content & Growth Marketing

NameHero Gaming Blog

Authored gaming-focused articles as part of a growth marketing & operations role. Produced SEO-optimized content designed to grow organic reach, expand category authority, and support acquisition in the game server hosting vertical.

03

Automation · Community Ops

Discord Webhook Bot

Designed and deployed a custom Discord bot that monitors RSS feeds and webhooks to automatically post new blog articles and updates into community channels, streamlining content distribution and keeping communities engaged in real time.

Certifications

Credentials and continuing education.

Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce
HubSpot Social Media Marketing
HubSpot Content Marketing
HubSpot Digital Advertising
ITIL® Foundation
Microsoft AZ-900 (Azure Fundamentals)
Microsoft MS-900 (Microsoft 365 Fundamentals)

Skills

Marketing and tech capabilities I bring together.

Growth Marketing StrategyMarketing OperationsSearch Engine Optimization (SEO)Paid Advertising (Google Ads, Meta Ads)Customer Acquisition & RetentionMarketing Analytics & ReportingData Analysis & KPI TrackingA/B Testing & Conversion OptimizationMarketing Technology (MarTech)CRM SystemsMarketing AutomationWordPress & Web PlatformsSEO Tools (Ahrefs, SEMrush)Cloud & Hosting InfrastructureTechnical Support & Troubleshooting

Contact

Let’s connect and talk through the next opportunity.

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