Kara Flynn (Taggart) Email & Phone Number

Denver, Co, Us

In 2009, my journey as a professional photographer began in the charming town of Breckenridge, where I joined a boutique photography studio. As the head Breckenridge photographer, I captured everything from heartwarming family portraits to thrilling action shots on the ski slopes, along with headshots and vibrant event photography. Over the last decade, my career path led me into the corporate world, yet my passion for photography never waned. Now, I am thrilled to announce my return to… Show more In 2009, my journey as a professional photographer began in the charming town of Breckenridge, where I joined a boutique photography studio. As the head Breckenridge photographer, I captured everything from heartwarming family portraits to thrilling action shots on the ski slopes, along with headshots and vibrant event photography. Over the last decade, my career path led me into the corporate world, yet my passion for photography never waned. Now, I am thrilled to announce my return to photography full-time, rekindling the spark that drives my creativity.I specialize in capturing life's significant moments—family photos, milestone birthdays, festive holidays, maternity celebrations, retirements, and cherished pet portraits, as well as professional business headshots, dynamic product photography and corporate events. My approach is versatile, skillfully transitioning between candid lifestyle shots and structured, polished compositions. I’m committed to staying at the forefront of photographic technology and trends, actively learning through classes & guidance from two mentors and investing in the latest Nikon camera, enhancing my ability to produce the highest quality images. Show less

Greater Denver Area

• As the CEO and Founder of SHIFT, I teach business owners and sales professionals how to utilize and implement my proven, 5-step process to authentically close more sales, generate more income, and transform their business within 8 weeks.• Proven results teaching people to close sales effectively and with increased confidence, exponentially increasing their income, transforming their relationships, and empowering their view around the Sales process- by teaching a step-by-step process… Show more • As the CEO and Founder of SHIFT, I teach business owners and sales professionals how to utilize and implement my proven, 5-step process to authentically close more sales, generate more income, and transform their business within 8 weeks.• Proven results teaching people to close sales effectively and with increased confidence, exponentially increasing their income, transforming their relationships, and empowering their view around the Sales process- by teaching a step-by-step process that they can implement in their business while holding them accountable to produce the results they wish to achieve. Show less

Denver, Colorado, United States

• I've been a Champion of this amazing charity since 2015, helping in a variety of roles from Sponsorships, Sales, Fundraising, Marketing, Community Outreach, Program Development, Gala/ Events Planning. • Responsible for helping grow this charity in terms of supporters, donations, profits and impact.

Greater Denver Area

• Work directly with CEO on a contract, as needed basis. • Work directly with the Founder/CEO in creating content, and leading workshops for Sales Training. • Created and implemented a Sales strategy for driving Sales growth and increasing brand awareness for Colorado area & across the US. • Continuously engaged in networking with top tier sales minded individuals throughout the Leadership/Training/Professional Development marketplace in Colorado.

• Assessed and analyzed sales team performance to determine areas of weakness and areas of strength.• Evaluated trainee performance to provide individual coaching, tools and constructive feedback.• Improved revenue generation from new hires by 25% by implementing new, improved on-boarding process and coaching and accountability training & support.• Monitored day-to-day activities of sales company and employees, noting areas needing improvement and implementing plans for… Show more • Assessed and analyzed sales team performance to determine areas of weakness and areas of strength.• Evaluated trainee performance to provide individual coaching, tools and constructive feedback.• Improved revenue generation from new hires by 25% by implementing new, improved on-boarding process and coaching and accountability training & support.• Monitored day-to-day activities of sales company and employees, noting areas needing improvement and implementing plans for rectification.• Helped this startup go from $200K/month to $500K/month within 1 month of starting to work with them.• Within my first month, was lead force in getting head sales’ people not only hitting but exceeding their sales quotas within 1 month of new hire being on-boarded. Show less

Colorado Region

• Present, negotiate, and close finalized partnerships.• Cultivate and maintain relationships with C-Suite contacts.• Skilled at collaborating with industry leaders, while securing business.• Promote a positive image of Chamberlain by attending healthcare industry conferences.• Increase profit share for company. • Brand awareness. • Community outreach. • Drive enrollment numbers for our Programs.• Brand awareness. • Community outreach. • Drive enrollment… Show more • Present, negotiate, and close finalized partnerships.• Cultivate and maintain relationships with C-Suite contacts.• Skilled at collaborating with industry leaders, while securing business.• Promote a positive image of Chamberlain by attending healthcare industry conferences.• Increase profit share for company. • Brand awareness. • Community outreach. • Drive enrollment numbers for our Programs.• Brand awareness. • Community outreach. • Drive enrollment numbers for our Programs.• Responsible for the sales, growth, expansion, and operations for the state of Colorado. Show less

Greater Chicago Area

Addison Group is a leading provider of professional staffing and search services. Bringing the best to the best, Addison combines a national network and localized service for broad reach with a personal touch. Addison received Inavero’s 2014 Best of Staffing award for both Client and Candidate service.• As a Business Development Manager & Direct Hire Consultant for upper leadership roles in the Healthcare field, I am continuously networking with top tier sales minded individuals… Show more Addison Group is a leading provider of professional staffing and search services. Bringing the best to the best, Addison combines a national network and localized service for broad reach with a personal touch. Addison received Inavero’s 2014 Best of Staffing award for both Client and Candidate service.• As a Business Development Manager & Direct Hire Consultant for upper leadership roles in the Healthcare field, I am continuously networking with top tier sales minded individuals throughout the Healthcare marketplace. • I offer candid, professional advice on every phase of the hiring process, from effective marketing of the candidates’ skills to networking and negotiating employment terms. On the Business Development side, I closed business with Healthcare organizations for Addison’s staffing services.• Contributed towards driving sales up by 160% in 4 months. Show less

Greater Los Angeles Area

• Drove sales in the West Los Angeles area- calling on Physician offices, Hospitals, Clinics, Urgent Care, and Medical Centers. Specialties included: Internal Medicine, Oncologists, Pain Specialists, Cardiologists, Neurologists, Gastroenterologists, Ear-Nose-Throat, and Psychiatrists.• Consistently excelled as one of the top reps at 113% to goal.• Maintained hospitals, physicians, and medical group accounts. Built relationships with physicians, office staff, case managers… Show more • Drove sales in the West Los Angeles area- calling on Physician offices, Hospitals, Clinics, Urgent Care, and Medical Centers. Specialties included: Internal Medicine, Oncologists, Pain Specialists, Cardiologists, Neurologists, Gastroenterologists, Ear-Nose-Throat, and Psychiatrists.• Consistently excelled as one of the top reps at 113% to goal.• Maintained hospitals, physicians, and medical group accounts. Built relationships with physicians, office staff, case managers, social workers, and discharge planners. Educated accounts on disease specific Hospice criteria, benefits of Hospice, and distinguished Vitas from the competitors. Coordinated grand rounds, CME, and CEU presentations. Was responsible for daily SalesForce input. Created and executed quarterly sales plans. Show less

Greater Los Angeles Area

Key roles: (Seasonal Position)• To effectively train pharmacists and staff how to administer new vaccines.• Increase vaccine usage in retail pharmacies to meet long term goals.• Educate pharmacy staff to gain advance understanding of clinical advantages.• Drive re-orders.• Performed in the top 2% of the district, thus exceeding district/corporate goals.Seasonal position.

Santa Monica, Ca

• Managed the Santa Monica territory at 112% to goal in a high profile, competitive selling environment.• Ranked #1 out of 13 in the district in 2012.• Received "On The Spot" excellence award Q2, Q3, Q4 in 2011, Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4 in 2012.• Built key relationships with organizational decision makers and key opinion leaders. • Effectively communicated specific brand messages through one on one presentations, group discussions, and educational programs.• Consistently developing… Show more • Managed the Santa Monica territory at 112% to goal in a high profile, competitive selling environment.• Ranked #1 out of 13 in the district in 2012.• Received "On The Spot" excellence award Q2, Q3, Q4 in 2011, Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4 in 2012.• Built key relationships with organizational decision makers and key opinion leaders. • Effectively communicated specific brand messages through one on one presentations, group discussions, and educational programs.• Consistently developing, implementing, and improving organizational skills, resource utilization, and a consultative selling approach. • Served as a mentor to new hires.• Portfolio included Nexium®, Symbicort®, Crestor®, Vimovo®, and Seroquel XR®.• Called on: Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Ear-Nose-Throat, Pulmonology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Pain Management, Gastroenterology, Hospitals, and Clinics. Show less

Greater Denver Area

• Provided professional, outgoing approach to meet and exceed aggressive sales goals, which increased revenue by 30% in 2009.• Responsible for promoting, selling, and conducting a revolutionary 30-minute teeth whitening product/service within various environments.• Duties included: Sales, Marketing, Hiring, Firing, Scheduling, Budgets, Management, Operations

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), English; Minor In Sociology

Activities and Societies: Epsilon Sigma Alpha (Service Sorority) Sigma Tau Delta (International English Honor Society)

Education record

Curriculum For Living In Leadership/ Transformational Life Skills, Leader And Speaker

Highschool Diploma

Activities and Societies: 3 Sport Athlete: Cross Country, Basketball, Softball Captain- Basketball Team (Senior Year) Defensive player.