Growing up in Lancaster County, Mackenzie Bender has actively been involved in her community since her days as a student at Hempfield High School. After graduation, Mackenzie went on to attend Shippensburg University where she earned a degree in Business Management. During her time at Shippensburg, she was a known leader throughout campus. In her junior year, she worked to start a Mini-THON fundraising effort, which raised more than $30,000 under her direction in the fight against childhood cancer. As recognition for these efforts and more, she received the Raider Legacy Award before graduating for her lasting impact on the college.
She began her post-collegiate career at Nxtbook Media where she assisted in their marketing efforts. Her path then led to Spooky Nook Sports, the largest indoor sports complex in America. She started there 2017 as the Public Relations and Communications Coordinator and has continued to grow and advance ever since.
Now as the Corporate Director of Marketing and Partnerships, Mackenzie oversees marketing and sponsorship initiatives at both the Spooky Nook locations in Pennsylvania and in Ohio. As a valued member of the Nook team, she consistently embodies the essence of a young leader through her charisma, drive, and genuine character.
Mackenzie is an active member of the community, serving as the President of Lancaster Young Professionals (LYP), as a mentor for the Lancaster Chamber’s Young Women Discovering Paths program, and more. As a dedicated young leader, she prioritizes networking, community service, and professional development. Her positive, kind-natured attitude has helped her build relationships and mold her career into what it is today.
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