Katherine Benites Email & Phone Number

Houston, Tx, Us

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas

My primary role as Sr. Digital Marketing Strategist is to manage the ongoing performance of digital marketing campaigns and consistently deliver a Return on Investment to our clients. To accomplish this goal, I act as internal project manager, strategist, and analyst for each of my clients. I work diligently day in and day out to produce great results and generate growth for my clients' overall online presence, translating in brand awareness, leads, and sales. As a Google Analytics & Adwords certified Sr. Digital Marketing professional, I specialize in consistently generating new business, optimizing performance, and increasing ROI specifically in the areas of: Local and National Search Engine Optimization - Onsite & OffsitePay-Per-Click Advertising (Platforms: Google Search, Google Display, Google Shopping, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Youtube)Social Media Marketing & Advertising Email MarketingMarketing Automation"Unlike most, we make Marketing so Awesome, it's Just not FAIR!"Personal Credentials & Awards:Google Analytics CertifiedGoogle Ads CertifiedMultiple Employee of the Month Awards Winner of multiple internal performance contestsAgency Credentials & Awards: 2020 upCity Top Digital Marketing Agencies - United States2020 upCity Top Local Marketing Agencies2019 upCity Top Digital Marketing Agencies - United States2019 upCity Top Local Marketing Agencies2018 upCity Top Local Marketing Agencies2018 upCity Top UX Agencies2018 upCity Top Web Design AgenciesPremier Google PartnerupCity Top Agency 2017Top Internet Marketing Company in the U.S - TopSEOs.comTop Half of INC 5000 List 2014Houston's BBB Pinnacle Award 2013BBB Award of Excellence - 2009, 2010, 2012, 2014Top Ten Reviews Bronze Award 2012-2014 Ranked #3 on HBJ Fast Tech List for 2013#2 & #4 Top Best Place to Work in Houston 2011 & 2012 by HBJ

Houston, Texas Area

Google Analytics & Adwords certified Digital Marketing professional specialized in consistently generating new business, optimizing performance, and increasing ROI in the areas of: Local and National SEO/SEMPay-Per-Click AdvertisingSocial Media Marketing & AdvertisingEmail MarketingMarketing Automation"Unlike most, we make Marketing so Awesome, it's Just not FAIR!"Additional Credentials & Awards:Top Internet Marketing Company in the U.S - TopSEOs.comTop Half of INC 5000 List 2014Houston's BBB Pinnacle Award 2013BBB Award of Excellence - 2009, 2010, 2012, 2014Top Ten Reviews Bronze Award 2012-2014 Ranked #3 on HBJ Fast Tech List for 2013#2 & #4 Top Best Place to Work in Houston 2011 & 2012 by HBJ

Houston Area, Texas

AWARDS & CREDENTIALS: Top Internet Marketing Company in the U.S by TopSEOs.comTop Half of INC 5000 List 2014Houston's BBB Pinnacle Award 2013BBB Award of Excellence - 2009, 2010, 2012, 2014Top Ten Reviews Bronze Award 2012-2014 Ranked #3 on HBJ Fast Tech List for 2013#2 & #4 Top Best Place to Work in Houston 2011 & 2012 by HBJ

Houston

➢ Oversaw all new business development for the lending segment of the agency➢ Deepened relationships of current clients by making product recommendations based on their financial needs➢ Motivated, coached, and gave feedback to sales team members on ways to cross-sell State Farm Bank products in both English & Spanish ➢ Proactively self generated new business for the agency through the establishment of auto dealer relationships, networking, cross-selling, cold-calling, and customer referral programs

The Woodlands, Tx

➢ Oversaw all leasing acquisition and retention activity, trained and coached leasing staff on company procedures and closing techniques, monitored advertisement effectiveness, audited resident files, handled phone inquiries, generated weekly reports ➢ Provided community tours, reviewed applications, conducted credit checks, employment/rental verifications, communicated application decisions, collected payments, reviewed insurance policies, and coordinated move-in arrangements➢ Coordinated resident functions and obtained funding for events by obtaining sponsorships from vendors and local businesses, promoted property through the use of out-reach marketing activities, resident referral programs, networking, locater/realtor referral programs, word of mouth, and online marketing

Houston, Tx

➢ Placed at different apartment communities in the Houston area during short-term assignments in order to increase overall leasing performance

Houston, Tx

➢ As a bilingual Senior Banker, responsible tor the training, motivating, and coaching of new bankers in the areas of policies and procedures, prospecting, generating new business, and relationship management in both English and Spanish ➢ Developed strategies to grow client base & implemented sales plans to target prospective clients ➢ Proactively established relationships with clients to uncover financial needs and provide adequate product and service recommendations in the areas of deposits, lending, business banking, and investments➢ Consistently took initiative in resolving discrepancies and finding alternative solutions for complex issues➢ Selected as a Top Performance Banker at one of the largest branches in the Houston area, assigned to manage Premier client portfolios in order to deepen current relationships and maximize profit within current book of business

Houston, Tx

➢ Oversaw all lending product activity for the agency; direct impact on agency receiving prestigious Chairman’s Circle Award➢ Sold various insurance products to new and current clients at one of the Top Producing Agencies in the market➢ Motivated, coached, and gave feedback to sales team on ways to cross-sell State Farm Bank products in both English & Spanish ➢ Top Performer, consistently achieved highest closing rate in agent office and was repeatedly brought in as Agency Bank Specialist to assist team members present and close lending opportunities➢ Prepared action plans to target prospective clients and devised follow up plans to increase overall acquisition➢ Advised and educated new and current clients on ways to increase their financial stability with State Farm products

➢ Created and presented aggressive Business and Marketing plans to possible investors➢ Monitored and updated website, created online ads, and handled online sales inquiries➢ Monitored costs/inventory and created monthly sales reports➢ Served as buyer and assistant to sales manager, purchased vehicles from private owners, other dealerships, and private dealer auctions for both Auto & Partes Valdes and Salmex Auto & Truck Sales➢ Established relations with legalizing stations in border cities and exported an average of 6-10 vehicles per month➢ Coordinated logistics for the transportation of vehicles from place of purchase to dealership and/or to Mexico for exportation

➢ Proactively self-generated book of business in a commission-only based position by implementing aggressive telemarketing practices and referral program, chosen to train new sales representatives ➢ Selected to attend the annual Sales Leadership conference as a Top Producer in the market within the first month of employment

Austin, Tx

➢ Organized the Annual ACLU of TEXAS Chapter Summit➢ Handled confidential information, oversaw facsimile, filing, and copying activity, answered multi-line phones, and managed calendar

➢ Outbound call center representative focused on selling MCI services nationwide to clients with other carriers➢ Recognized as Top Performer, repeatedly accomplished 200% of sales quota, chosen to receive the “Top Rookie” Award for Sales performance within 2 months of employment

Bachelor Of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Double Major: Entrepreneurship And Marketing

Activities and Societies: Summa Cum Laude Graduate of the Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship, C.T Bauer College of Business Dean's List.

Economics