About Us
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Our Process
At Classy Bucket Marketing and Events, our process begins with truly listening. We take the time to sit down with each client, understand their goals, and uncover the essence of their brand or vision. Whether we're crafting a marketing strategy or planning an event, we immerse ourselves in their story so we can confidently be their voice—translating ideas into impactful campaigns and unforgettable experiences.
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Our Philosophy
We believe that every brand deserves to shine and every occasion deserves to be unforgettable. As a full-service marketing and event management company, we specialize in crafting compelling campaigns and curating exceptional experiences—from high-impact corporate functions to beautifully orchestrated weddings.
Our philosophy is built on creativity, precision, and a deep understanding of our clients’ unique visions. We approach every project with a commitment to excellence, blending strategic marketing insight with seamless event execution. Whether we’re elevating a brand or celebrating a milestone, our goal is to deliver moments that resonate, inspire, and endure.
We value professionalism, innovation, and the art of storytelling. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for connection, we transform ideas into experiences that leave lasting impressions.
Leslie Tansey Chief Visionary Officer
Leslie is a seasoned marketing and event management professional with over 20 years of industry experience. A graduate of the University of Toledo with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, she has built an extensive portfolio spanning strategic communications, digital marketing, and comprehensive event execution.
Her expertise includes the development of marketing assets such as brochures, newsletters, promotional materials, websites, and social media campaigns—paired with proven success in organizing corporate, nonprofit, and private events. From concept to completion, Leslie delivers results that align with business objectives and enhance brand visibility.
In 2019, she founded Classy Bucket, which has grown into a full-service marketing and events firm serving a diverse client base. Leslie’s ability to navigate complex projects and provide tailored solutions underscores her strength as a trusted partner for brands seeking professionalism, innovation, and measurable impact.
Mark Tansey Creative Director
Mark brings to the table a diverse skillset from his collected 30 plus years of experience in marketing, sales, brand development, and tactical business strategy deployment. Working across a broad spectrum of industries throughout the United States, Mark has honed his unique talents to dive beyond the surface of marketing messages to identify the core of a business’s true brand while helping owners and other key stakeholders to develop executable strategies to achieve the aspirational/optimal brand position for an organization.
Unlike other firms focused on emojis, hashtags, and how many likes they can get, Mark has real-world experience in developing wholistic marketing campaigns that align with an organization’s brand and target audience to achieve actual transactional value. In addition, he knows how to align social media, web, email marketing, and internal POP to maximize the return from all these platforms. He also has the unique talent to help cultivate and harvest the benefits from strategic partnerships, exponentially increasing the value of your marketing efforts.
A graduate of the University of Toledo with a degree in Communications, Mark has worked with everything from small entrepreneurs to public traded companies. This experience has helped him to create a broad archive of best practices that he is able to strategically apply and scale depending on the client’s needs.