Community Business Development Manager
CurrentTOP SKILLS: MARKETING & SALES, EVENT PLANNING, RAPPORT BUILDING• Generated and expanded an effective, results-oriented, local community relations program that resulted in exceeding sales goals by 25 percent and developing a reputation for excellent customer service in the area.• Created marketing materials using Adobe Creative Suite, implemented a successful social media presence, and maintained a relationship with local media outlets in order to develop existing accounts and generate new business. • Increased store institutional, corporate, and event revenue from under 2 percent to over 10 percent of store sales from FY 2012 to FY 2018.• Maintained a strong presence within Chesterfield County schools and partnered with school administrators and educators to execute successful fundraisers increasing financial support to schools by 20 percent.• Led a 30-employee team to drive sales through in-store events with local schools, business and non-profit organizations increasing event attendance by 75 percent and resulting in positive sales goals in all departments of the store.