Cara Sansone Email & Phone Number

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

As SVP of Business Development at Advent Media Group, a premier content marketing and digital agency, I work closely with CEOs and C-suite executives across diverse industries to create impactful regional business and financial content. My primary focus is on helping our clients achieve exceptional brand visibility in esteemed publications such as Forbes, Fortune, Entrepreneur, Bloomberg Businessweek, and Time.Key Contributions:Strategic Content Marketing: Drive the creation and execution of tailored marketing strategies for clients ranging from Fortune 1000 companies to small businesses, aligning their brands with prestigious business media outlets to enhance visibility, reputation, and market share.Lead Generation Expertise: Utilize in-depth research and advanced lead generation techniques to identify high-quality opportunities, delivering customized solutions that resonate with target audiences.Technology Innovation Leadership: Spearheaded the adoption and integration of cutting-edge technologies—including SaaS platforms, sales enablement tools, CRM systems, and advanced B2B lead generation databases—streamlining operations and boosting incremental revenue.Operational Efficiency: Developed innovative systems to ensure a consistent pipeline of high-value prospects, positioning the agency as a leader in sustainable, tech-enabled growth.By combining a strategic mindset with a proactive approach to innovation, I contribute to advancing Advent Media Group's mission of delivering unparalleled marketing solutions that drive measurable success for our clients nationwide.

As Chief Visionary and Founder of Compassionista Global, LLC, I guide individuals on their journeys toward personal breakthroughs, spiritual growth, and embracing their God-given identity. My mission is to empower, encourage, and equip others to live abundantly and thrive.Key Highlights:Pioneer of "Prayerssage": A unique healing modality that integrates prophetic prayer with healing touch to promote emotional and spiritual renewal.Lead transformational coaching sessions that focus on healing, unlocking potential, and embracing divine identity.Provide empowerment coaching and intuitive prayer, incorporating various methodologies—including holistic practices and equine-assisted learning—tailored to the unique needs of each client.Teach and speak at women’s retreats, small-group gatherings, and empowerment sessions, addressing topics such as spiritual growth, personal transformation, and self-discovery.Author of an upcoming Christian book exploring self-love, healing, and discovering divine identity in Christ.I also lead a prayer ministry that supports individuals and teams in deepening their connection with God and finding healing through personalized, faith-based approaches. My work includes serving underserved communities in Malawi, Africa, through my family's NGO and ministry, extending hope and compassion to those in need.

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Copywriting and content creation for internal and external communications.

Cincinnati, Ohio

As a Creative "Match-Maker" I sought to connect talented creatives with businesses in need of their expertise. While helping at COC, I expanded their Sales SOW, edited and updated the Sales Training Manual as well as made edits to the Employee Handbook. Finally, I advised on marketing strategy and co-lead a market research focus group event. Creatives On Call manages one of the largest ‘invite only’ creative networks in the U.S They curate and manage professional creative teams and individuals for projects, short and long-term engagements, statement of work (SOW) initiatives and permanent placement.Visit creativesoncall.com to learn more!

Cincinnati, Ohio

• Analyzed current marketing strategy and brand equity in the marketplace.• Developed a strategic marketing approach, brand recognition concepts, brand congruency standards and empowered implementation.• Pioneered sales systems and and honed sales processes.• Coached sales staff and trained on the 5 Step Sales Process.

Consultant to a sports medicine and personal injury chiropractic business. Consulting Solutions:• Instruct Leadership Team on staff management and development • Influence and improve marketing strategy• Reform practice management processes resulting in greater efficiencies and cost savings

North America

Marketing Consultant Role:• Recognized as top revenue generator, expert level relationship building, and thought leadership• Developed and sold comprehensive print and digital campaigns utilizing the entire Scripps digital portfolio• Implemented and coached teammates on the 5 step sales process and strategic CNA'sMarketplace Events creates vibrant expositions connecting enthusiasts with experts, products and services in dynamic face-to-face environments. The company produces 58 events annually in 26 markets including: 38 consumer home shows in the US, 14 in Canada, and six holiday shows. The 58 combined events attract 1.9 million attendees, 17,250 exhibitors, and another 2 million unique web visitors annually. From 14 offices, the 150-person staff produces some of the most successful and longest-running shows in North America, including market-leading shows in Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Vancouver, Calgary and Montreal—some of which have thrived in their markets for more than 75 years. In 2016 the company launched Marketing Solutions, a division that provides strategic marketing programs including digital marketing (SEO/SEM/Email/Targeted Banners, etc.), branded content, web development, exhibit displays, custom printing, sales support, and beyond to their expanding customer base.

Cincinnati, Ohio

Sales Coaching Contract:• Collaborate with Executive Leadership in the development of business growth strategies • Sharpen sales systems, processes, and procedures • Teach, train, and mentor sales associates

Cincinnati Area

Consultant to an award-winning video production company, Drive Media House. Notable clients: Procter & Gamble, Jaguar, Disney Parks, Downy, Febreze, University of Cincinnati, AllState, Justin Original Workboots, Boys & Girls ClubsConsulting Solutions: • Recruit, develop, and advise business development representatives• Collaborate with Executive Leadership in the development of business growth strategies • Sharpen sales systems, processes, and procedures• Cultivate and secure strategic business partnerships

Consulting Solutions:Marketing Strategy: Oversaw sales and marketing department with direct responsibility for the development and implementation of sales, branding, messaging, and market/product development efforts for domestic as well as international markets.Sales Leadership: Responsible for development of sales team, forecasts, quotas, budgets, and goals. Recruited top sales talent nationwide. Business Partnerships: Evaluated and provided advisory guidance on potential alliances, acquisitions, and mergers.

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

Consulted with clients to develop data-driven marketing strategies, aligning cutting edge tactics to maximize profit and exposure. • Responsible for maintaining and developing $4+ million dollars in annual advertising revenue• Led teams of 4-6 to develop creative, data-driven marketing solutions• Developed groundbreaking client accounts by foraging opportunities outside of traditional channels• Spurred creation of new revenue generating strategy focused on B2B versus Gannett’s B2C core• Impacted underdeveloped territories resulting in new business and increased retentionClients included: Furniture Fair, Union Savings Bank, Guardian Savings Bank, Duke Energy, Watson's Pools and Spas, Recker & Boerger, Champion Window, Miracle Ear, Greater Cincinnati YMCA, Jack's Pets, Dodd Camera, Miami-Luken Pharmaceutical Wholesaler. Obtained world class goal achievement with incremental revenue growth month after month. Received national recognition for obtaining a B2B sale to a multi-million dollar pharmaceutical company.

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

• Responsible for prospecting and acquiring new client accounts in IN, IL, and MO• Developed new business opportunities and nurtured current customer relationships• Team leader at National Conferences such as NSTA in TX and ASCD in PA• Developed and managed partner relationships and leveraged them to drive business• Presented in-depth solutions to high level decision-makers, i.e. NYC Department of Education

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

Consulted with clients to develop data-driven marketing strategies, aligning cutting edge tactics to maximize profit and exposure. Dramatically impacted multiple underdeveloped territories by generating new business and successfully facilitating campaigns of current clients. Recognized for consistently achieving goals; Account Executive of the Month in July 2010, Feb. 2011, May 2011, July 2011. Pinnacle Leader Award Recipient - May, 2011 at 162%to goal and June, 2011 at 219% to overall revenue, online, and non-daily goals.

Cincinnati

• Increased revenue, acquired new business accounts• Exceeded goals, consistently hit daily outbound call targets• Captured incremental revenue from current client commitments

Cincinnati

• Managed six personal trainers, co-lead all hiring, firing, and training• Designed marketing tactics resulting in increased membership• Exceeded monthly new client goals consistently• Provided outstanding customer service, support, and satisfaction

Charlotte, North Carolina And Dayton, Ohio

Dayton Business Journal - Dayton, OH (April '03 - May '04) Advertising Consultant• Surpassed sales targets by consistently leveraging statistics, past success, persuasive demographic research and target market compatibility with current and prospective customers• Managed key level accounts through need analysis, client communication, presenting solutions, negotiating contracts, and reporting results Charlotte Business Journal – Charlotte, NC (Aug. '02-March '03) Circulation Account Executive• Exceeded sales goals and set new company records consistently, including breaking the national revenue record during third week of employment• Created, implemented and managed new marketing strategies and tactics

Bachelor’S Degree, Marketing Major; French Minor

Activities and Societies: Kappa Alpha Theta

French Studies

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