Jake Cooper Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

• Hired, managed and developed a diverse team of 9 consisting of Team Leads, Strategic Partner Managers and Platform Growth Specialists, fostering a diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and success • Maintained direct oversight of regional strategy for top SMB merchants spanning the entire Midwest region• Exceeded aggressive revenue and product adoption targets, driving on average $125M in sales per quarter and achieving ~126% to annual goal in 2022• Devised tactical… Show more • Hired, managed and developed a diverse team of 9 consisting of Team Leads, Strategic Partner Managers and Platform Growth Specialists, fostering a diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and success • Maintained direct oversight of regional strategy for top SMB merchants spanning the entire Midwest region• Exceeded aggressive revenue and product adoption targets, driving on average $125M in sales per quarter and achieving ~126% to annual goal in 2022• Devised tactical strategies to catalyze regional performance and growth that have scaled to the rest of the organization to help guide future org roadmap • Launched DashTank, a DoorDash wide product competition with direct line into product team DRIs and annual Hackathon, directly influencing product roadmap and cross functional collaboration • Responsible for regular OKR (Objectives & Key Results) read out to leadership to ensure confidence in regional objectives and path to goal • Promoted from Strategic Partner Manager to Manager of Merchant Partnerships / Team Lead to Senior Manager of Regional Partner Strategy Show less

Greater Chicago Area

Greater Chicago Area

• Consistently achieved > 100% on aggressive quarterly revenue and product adoption targets• Pioneered new tactics to connect and foster meaningful relationships with my merchant partners (video messages highlighting benefits of new products and services, etc.)• Signed one of DoorDash's largest SMB exclusivity deals in Metro Detroit with Buddy's Pizza

Chicago, Il

• Responsible for managing an over $8 million dollar national co-op advertising budget to ensure accurate disbursement of funds across 1300+ dealer network.• Owned the development and execution of client's annual FY co-op report and presented findings to the client• Interface with 1300 + dealer network and 2000 + vendors to ensure extraordinary customer experience via phone, email and Zendesk support • Spearheaded the development and completion of the new Kawasaki Co-op Resource… Show more • Responsible for managing an over $8 million dollar national co-op advertising budget to ensure accurate disbursement of funds across 1300+ dealer network.• Owned the development and execution of client's annual FY co-op report and presented findings to the client• Interface with 1300 + dealer network and 2000 + vendors to ensure extraordinary customer experience via phone, email and Zendesk support • Spearheaded the development and completion of the new Kawasaki Co-op Resource Center (KawasakiCRC.com) to optimize all franchise/dealer auditing and co-op utilization• Troubleshoot issues and assist dealer network and client with proper utilization of all available resources • Consistently develop new ways to optimize program and systems to create efficiencies for both Kawasaki Motors Corp and national dealer network and vendors• Developed and implemented social content marketing strategy across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. Owned entire content development schedule, creation and timeline• Directed design, development, launch and ongoing support for industry-leading, through-channel marketing platform. Core features include co-op/MDF fund management and brand compliance verification. • Generated substantial annual revenue by selling in new programs to existing clients and pitching new business. • Trained and activated field marketing team for powersports client resulting in 200+ unit sales.• Develop agency positioning and branding Show less

Greater Chicago Area

Match Marketing group acquired Trisect in December, 2016. Match MG is one of North America’s leading activation and engagement agencies focused on delivering seamless demand experiences.- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.: Co-op Advertising Program ManagerProject lead overseeing the management of the Kawasaki Co-op Advertising Program• Managed over $7 million budget as well as disbursement and utilization of Co-op funds for 1,400 Kawasaki dealers• Responsible for daily… Show more Match Marketing group acquired Trisect in December, 2016. Match MG is one of North America’s leading activation and engagement agencies focused on delivering seamless demand experiences.- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.: Co-op Advertising Program ManagerProject lead overseeing the management of the Kawasaki Co-op Advertising Program• Managed over $7 million budget as well as disbursement and utilization of Co-op funds for 1,400 Kawasaki dealers• Responsible for daily interfacing with 1300+ dealer network and client (Dealers, DMs, RMMs, RSDs) to ensure exemplary consultative support and comprehensive assistance• Owned and lead weekly status meetings with entire KMC Regional Marketing Management team• Created and oversaw internal program tools and processes• Conducted on-site dealer visits within midwest to provide co-op consultation and offer efficiencies• Responsible for pulling and providing monthly and quarterly client-facing reports at the dealer, district, regional and national level• Day-to-Day client contact responsible for project management, account oversight of Advertising Checking Bureau • Responsible for creating all co-op related dealer program communications• Managed and updated turnkey dealership portal for dealer network to maximize compliance with brand and program guidelines- Chicago BearsFacilitated day-to-day execution of social, digital, media, trade and event executions on behalf of the Chicago Bears• Built project briefs; managed project kick off and work change meetings • Owned entire project workflow across multi-functional agency teams to ensure flawless execution • Developed presentations to share with client stakeholdersOther accounts that I supported: - Pepsi: Rice A Roni- Pepsi: Near East- Daisy Sour Cream Show less

Chicago, Il

Kawasaki Co-op Project Lead overseeing the management of the Kawasaki Co-op Advertising Program for Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.Managing the Co-op Advertising Program on behalf of Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. was my main focus. However, I also supported the following accounts:- Jet's Pizza Facilitated day-to-day execution of OOH, mobile, digital, broadcast and sponsorship projects for Chicago Co-op• Managed internal status meetings on a weekly basis with internal… Show more Kawasaki Co-op Project Lead overseeing the management of the Kawasaki Co-op Advertising Program for Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.Managing the Co-op Advertising Program on behalf of Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. was my main focus. However, I also supported the following accounts:- Jet's Pizza Facilitated day-to-day execution of OOH, mobile, digital, broadcast and sponsorship projects for Chicago Co-op• Managed internal status meetings on a weekly basis with internal stakeholders• Kicked off internal and production teams on time-sensitive projects • Acted as liaison between vendors and Jet’s Chicagoland co-op to ensure sponsorship program was successful U.S. CellularManaged execution of retail projects on behalf of U.S. Cellular Corporation for all national retail stores• Worked on-site at U.S. Cellular Headquarters from January – March 2015 to facilitate internal projects and launch of Samsung GS6 • Managed over 40 in-store retail promotion projects from concept to completion while working on-site• Worked successfully against cross-functional organizational teams to facilitate project workflow and deliver on timeOther accounts I supported:- Chamberlain - Sure Payroll - New Business initiatives Show less

Chicago, Il

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.U.S. Cellular

Greater Chicago Area

• Lead team of Project Coordinators ensuring that all client interaction and project needs are exceeded. • Liaison between development, design, sales and coordination department. • Oversaw the completion of 30+ new projects each month. • Responsible for fielding and completing incoming updates to live websites in regard to SEO, content, design and general maintenance.• Proficient working in WordPress, WHMCS, Basecamp and Highrise.• Gained knowledge in setting up hosting… Show more • Lead team of Project Coordinators ensuring that all client interaction and project needs are exceeded. • Liaison between development, design, sales and coordination department. • Oversaw the completion of 30+ new projects each month. • Responsible for fielding and completing incoming updates to live websites in regard to SEO, content, design and general maintenance.• Proficient working in WordPress, WHMCS, Basecamp and Highrise.• Gained knowledge in setting up hosting packages.• Reviewed every project prior to client launch to optimize functionality, on-site SEO opportunities, and general cohesiveness in regard to content and design. Show less

Greater Chicago Area

Senior Project Coordinator: • Managed over 150+ projects from inception to completion using consultative marketing approaches and best practices.• Implemented and managed companies first ever AdWords PPC campaign resulting in a positive ROI of nearly 150%. • Responsible for managing more comprehensive projects and acting as a “team lead” to mentor, train, develop and assist.Project Coordinator:• Coordinated timeline and lifecycle of between 15-20 new projects every month… Show more Senior Project Coordinator: • Managed over 150+ projects from inception to completion using consultative marketing approaches and best practices.• Implemented and managed companies first ever AdWords PPC campaign resulting in a positive ROI of nearly 150%. • Responsible for managing more comprehensive projects and acting as a “team lead” to mentor, train, develop and assist.Project Coordinator:• Coordinated timeline and lifecycle of between 15-20 new projects every month in a goal orientated, deadline driven environment. • Served as direct liaison between clients and all internal departments via on-going phone and email communication. • Organized web development schedules; prepared and developed project based on client’s unique marketing initiatives. • Researched and developed Search Engine Optimized content (SEO) relative to clients niche and industry. • Performed site analysis, keyword research and link building for existing client websites. Show less

Chicago, Il

• Account management responsibilities for a multitude of accounts; both prospective and active. Some accounts include but are not limited to: Valvoline, PEAK, Acer, Mattel, Beats Electronics, Humana.• Worked with market research department to determine appropriate analysis, data set, or information to present as follow up.• Helped clients determine the best way to utilize our portfolio by interpreting quantitative data associated with past programs.• Pulled AdSpender reports to… Show more • Account management responsibilities for a multitude of accounts; both prospective and active. Some accounts include but are not limited to: Valvoline, PEAK, Acer, Mattel, Beats Electronics, Humana.• Worked with market research department to determine appropriate analysis, data set, or information to present as follow up.• Helped clients determine the best way to utilize our portfolio by interpreting quantitative data associated with past programs.• Pulled AdSpender reports to determine how brands are allocating their media budget.• Full initiative in prospecting and social media research to keep team up to date on client and category activity. • Developed competitive tracking decks to present clients with examples of what other brands in their category have run in the past.• Worked up pricing proposals to send to clients tailored to reflect their budget.• Created extensive media kits to be delivered and showcased on client meetings and presentations.• Served under three Account Directors and a VP, Group AD aiding in account management and project coordination in an extreme deadline driven environment.• Developed a working knowledge of all internal processing systems.• Generated, sent, and processed contracts and addendums. • Participated in role-plays to help develop sales skills and gain knowledge of our product portfolio.• Developed extensive skill set for using Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint efficiently. Show less

Greater Chicago Area

• Winner of best new business proposal out of a class of 160+ interns (Next Big Hop).• Selected as one of three interns to serve as Quarter Master for the inaugural Firefly Music Festival.• Maintained brand image and help to rebrand certain events via HTML coding for participant emails using Constant Contact.• Managed the Red Frog Instagram account to engage followers of the company.• Consistently met or beat price point on outsourcing contracted entertainers and volunteers to… Show more • Winner of best new business proposal out of a class of 160+ interns (Next Big Hop).• Selected as one of three interns to serve as Quarter Master for the inaugural Firefly Music Festival.• Maintained brand image and help to rebrand certain events via HTML coding for participant emails using Constant Contact.• Managed the Red Frog Instagram account to engage followers of the company.• Consistently met or beat price point on outsourcing contracted entertainers and volunteers to service our events.• Successfully negotiated down price points on necessary items to alleviate overall cost of event production.• Responsible for customer service initiatives and directly working with customers to troubleshoot issues and questions.• Played a key role on the entertainment team; helped prospect, negotiate rates, and contract local talent to perform musically or as an emcee at summer Warrior Dash events across the nation. Show less

Bachelor Of Science, Advertising

Activities and Societies: Pi Kappa Alpha, Good Luck Jane, Kolusis Risk Management, Philanthropic Events (attending and performing) RELATED.

Bachelor Of Science, Advertising

Activities and Societies: AAF member, Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, Played drums/wrote/produced for alternative pop band Good Luck Jane.

Education record

Activities and Societies: Freshman Mentor Program Honor Roll Excellence in math and physics recognition as a senior for straight A's. Boys.