GAFFNEY, SC - Prime Retail, Inc. has named Leesa M. Bodden marketing manager at Prime Outlets-Gaffney.

In this capacity, Bodden will be responsible for the oversight of the strategic planning and marketing of the 302,766square-foot shopping center.

"We are extremely pleased to welcome Leesa to our expanding Prime Retail team," said Bob Brvenik, president of Prime Retail. "Leesa's seven years of marketing and management experience coupled with her creativity and interest in the local community make her an excellent addition to Prime Outlets-Gaffney."

Bodden's prior experience includes serving as marketing director for American Restaurant, Inc. where she was responsible for marketing several venues to local businesses and citywide conventions, event planning, company advertising and managing a promotional staff. In addition, Bodden previously served as an advertising executive for Emmis Communications and WVUETV FOX 8, as well as a sales representative for Joe A. Cummins Advertising Specialties Inc.

The Louisiana native holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of New Orleans.

Headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, Prime Retail is one of the largest and most successful owners of retail centers in the U.S.

Its portfolio spans approximately 15 million square feet throughout major markets of the United States and Puerto Rico.