Marcus Cohn

Digital Marketing Executive

Building high-performance teams and scaling growth

Building connections that drive meaningful change

20+
Years Experience
3
Companies Founded
80+
Web Properties Led

I am a data and results driven digital marketing executive with over twenty years of experience building and leading high-performance marketing teams across diverse industries. I have deep expertise in organic and inbound marketing, SEO, CRO, web analytics, marketing operations, and marketing technology.

Currently co-founding Rafter, the personal advisor for your home — combining advanced technology with trusted expertise to protect homes, reduce costs, and simplify life.

I have a passion for ideas that utilize technology to forge previously impossible connections resulting in positive social change. I’m energized by companies capable of bringing great (and often simple) ideas to fruition.

Zero-to-Scale Entrepreneurship

Co-founded three companies from concept to growth stage. Deep understanding of early-stage challenges — building MVPs, finding product-market fit, and establishing scalable go-to-market strategies.

Cross-Functional Leadership

Twenty years building and leading high-performance teams across B2B SaaS, B2C marketplaces, healthcare tech, and consumer services. Expertise bridging product, engineering, sales, and executive teams.

Organic Growth Architecture

Built and scaled organic revenue engines generating hundreds of millions in pipeline. Expert in SEO, content strategy, and inbound marketing — turning search intent into sustainable growth channels.

Strategic Budget Management

Proven track record optimizing marketing spend across eight and nine-figure budgets. Expert in channel mix optimization, forecasting, and demonstrating clear ROI to boards and executive leadership.

Marketing Operations & Technology

Architected marketing tech stacks managing 80+ web properties. Deep expertise in marketing automation, analytics platforms, CRM integration, and building data pipelines that inform strategic decisions.

Data-Driven Optimization

Mastery of CRO, web analytics, A/B testing frameworks, and user experience design. Transform insights into action — improving conversion rates and customer lifetime value through rigorous experimentation.

  • Rafter

    Co-Founder

    Building the personal advisor for your home — intelligent, proactive, and always available. Rafter combines advanced technology with trusted expertise to help homeowners stay ahead of maintenance, prevent costly issues, and access verified service providers.

    2024 – Present
  • Sawyer

    Vice President, Marketing

    Led comprehensive marketing strategy for a leading family activities marketplace. Directed B2B and B2C initiatives, managed marketing budget allocation, and oversaw brand positioning. Drove growth initiatives connecting families with enrichment opportunities while partnering with activity providers nationwide.

    2023
  • Grow Therapy

    Head of Growth

    Directed all growth marketing for a rapidly scaling mental healthcare platform. Led patient acquisition, provider recruitment, and retention strategies across paid and organic channels. Managed multi-million dollar budget while building a high-performing growth team.

    2021 – 2022
  • 2U

    Vice President, Inbound Marketing

    2U partners with preeminent institutions of higher education to deliver rigorous, selective degree programs online.

    2014 – 2020
  • Zimride

    Co-Founder

    Co-founded a pioneering ridesharing platform connecting communities through shared transportation. Zimride technology later evolved into Lyft Line, contributing to the foundation of the modern rideshare industry.

    2007 – 2010
  • JustMeans

    Project Manager & Technology Adviser

    A social platform providing a forum for companies and individuals to engage in initiatives with respect to social and environmental responsibility.

  • Bridges to Community

    Board Member

    Served on the board of directors for a nonprofit fostering sustainable community development through experiential learning. Provided strategic guidance on digital marketing, fundraising, and organizational growth. Board member for 6 years.

    2008 – 2021
  • La Piña Blanca

    Co-Founder

    Co-founded a company that fostered economic growth and social change within Nicaragua through sustainable real estate investment, ecotourism, and produce exportation.

  • Cornell University

    B.A., Anthropology

    2003 – 2007