Meet the Team: Amilkar Vasquez – The Artist, The Analyst, The Ambitious Game-Changer
At Thrills Marketing, every individual on our team brings a unique story, a personal spark, and a distinct energy to the table and our success as a face-to-face sales and marketing company is built on these personalities. This month, we’re highlighting a teammate who combines street-smart intuition with artistic ambition: Amilkar Vasquez from Denton, Texas.
Amilkar first stepped into the world of in-person sales with what he calls a “right place at the right time” moment. He saw a customer who was moving and jumped in to help, no pitch, no pressure, just people helping people. That mindset is what we’re all about at Thrills Marketing: authentic connections and genuine conversations that build value and trust.
When describing his own work style, Amilkar picks three words: enthusiastic, determined, and prideful. These aren’t just adjectives for him, they’re day-to-day principles. There's an intensity in how he approaches the field, but it’s balanced by thoughtfulness, intention, and a quiet confidence. One of his guiding quotes, “Still waters run deep,” says it all. Even when challenges arise, he remains focused, reflective, and decisive.
Amilkar navigates adversity with clarity and a big-picture mindset. “If you want to change an outcome, sometimes you need to change your perspective of the problem,” he says. This insight didn’t come overnight; it evolved through studying successful role models and adapting to proven systems. He compares the journey to building a puzzle, and he proudly admits he’s still working on completing it. That hunger to grow, to improve, and to learn is something we cherish at Thrills. It’s our student mentality in action.
Outside of sales, Amilkar’s creative side takes the spotlight. He’s not only a dedicated Artist Manager but an aficionado of fashion, music, skate culture, and comic books. He thrives in outlets that allow freedom of expression, and he brings that same creative energy into our business. Whether it's introducing fresh perspectives or building rapport with someone new, Amilkar’s ability to read people, both emotionally and environmentally, is an undeniable strength that sets him apart in the field.
“I think my biggest strength is understanding people,” he says. “Reading the energy of a room and how to respond is something I’ve learned to sharpen, and it helps me adjust whether it’s sales, team-building, or strategy.”
With his bilingual skills in English and Spanish, Amilkar is also a bridge between cultures and communities, aligning perfectly with Thrills Marketing’s mission of making meaningful, human-centered connections across all demographics.
Through his experiences, Amilkar has gathered key life and business philosophies. His top three?
Never succumb to failure
Mind over matter
Intelligence without discipline achieves nothing
These aren't just lines for him, they're blueprints. They reflect resilience, a growth mindset, and the discipline that turns potential into performance.
If given the chance to travel, Amilkar’s heart is set on something deeply personal: a trip back home to Cancun, Mexico, to visit his mother. Behind the business smarts and streetwear style is someone driven by love for family, culture, and purpose.
At Thrills Marketing, we pride ourselves on working with individuals who chase more than just success; they chase fulfillment. Amilkar Vasquez is living proof that talent, tenacity, and authenticity can coexist. Whether he’s managing artists or managing customer experiences, skating the city or skating past obstacles, Amilkar embodies what it means to show up, stand out, and keep building the puzzle, even if all the pieces aren’t there just yet.
Thanks for being a part of the Thrills family, Amilkar. We’re proud to have your vision and voice on our team. Stay tuned for more stories straight from the heart of our team and remember: behind every great campaign, there’s a great person making it happen.