Kristy Draper Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Vancouver, Wa (Remote)

HarperCollins Publishers aquired HMH Books & Media in May 2021.Established a strategic eBook promotion plan to drive revenue for frontlist and backlist titles, and collaborate with editorial, marketing, and digital managing editorial to ensure optimal title placement each month. Member of the Metadata Committee and key participant of several key revenue driving metadata initiatives. Negotiate agreements of new digital eBook and audiobook accounts across multiple business models. Maintain multiple digital vendor relationships, including Blackstone Audio, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Google, and numerous smaller digital and digital library accounts. Onboard audiobook retailers and serve as their business partner.Additional highlights -Negotiate complex vendor agreements and build relationships across multiple products.Manage and strengthen vendor relationships and enhance revenue streams by applying various digital business models. Prepare and implement strategic growth plans for eBook promotions based on company goals and expectations. Coordinate with other departments to align operational and sales priorities with total company direction.An Integral member of the keywords and metadata update team. Collaborated to devise a plan to increase SEO to over 5,000 titles based on BISAC codes and consumer trends. Serve as the primary point of contact for marketing and operations management for all audiobook vendors. Primary point of contact for numerous teams regarding questions, concerns, and ideas for improvement.

Vancouver, Wa (Remote)

HarperCollins Publishers aquired HMH Books & Media in May 2021.Established a strategic eBook promotion plan to drive revenue for frontlist and backlist titles, and collaborate with editorial, marketing, and digital managing editorial to ensure optimal title placement each month. Member of the Metadata Committee and key participant of several key revenue driving metadata initiatives. Negotiate agreements of new digital eBook and audiobook accounts across multiple business models. Maintain multiple digital vendor relationships, including Blackstone Audio, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Google, and numerous smaller digital and digital library accounts. Onboard audiobook retailers and serve as their business partner.Additional highlights -Negotiate complex vendor agreements and build relationships across multiple products.Manage and strengthen vendor relationships and enhance revenue streams by applying various digital business models. Prepare and implement strategic growth plans for eBook promotions based on company goals and expectations. Coordinate with other departments to align operational and sales priorities with total company direction.An Integral member of the keywords and metadata update team. Collaborated to devise a plan to increase SEO to over 5,000 titles based on BISAC codes and consumer trends. Serve as the primary point of contact for marketing and operations management for all audiobook vendors. Primary point of contact for numerous teams regarding questions, concerns, and ideas for improvement.

I designed project workflows based on desired product requirements and accounting for available time and technical resources. I saw projects through creation, development, deployment, and marketing. I developed the timelines and managed the Curious George and CliffsNotes website redevelopments from conception to user testing and through to completion. I also conceptualized interactive features of eBooks and worked with a designer to complete the project on time and under budget.I conceived and managed the creation of new customer verticals. Created content and oversaw marketing details of new apps. Sourced vendors for special project needs and negotiated contracts. I managed various projects each year while maintaining adherence to budget, schedule, and scope requirements. Collaborated with project owners and team members to set ambitious but achievable goals and worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.Additional highlights - On boarded new digital retail vendors. Setup and managed an International pricing model for eBooks.Researched market trends for eBooks and various digital products.Managed the release of the American Heritage Dictionary app suite

Boston, Ma

I supported the President and the Senior Vice President of Business Planning and Strategy, and provided backup support for six additional SVPs. Interacted with the Executive Management Team – CEO, CFO, Board-of-Directors, and Communications Relations department. I prepared documents, reports, and presentations for executives and board members using advanced software proficiencies. Assisted and managed highly confidential/sensitive nature information and materials. Created expense reports, budgets, and filing systems for management team. I developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data.Coordinated and managed all aspects of meetings, conferences, and companywide events. Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes. Executed meetings and events to support sales, business development, and senior management teams. I also maintained the office space and locations for 200+ employees, organized office operations and procedures, and held the efficient operation of the office.

Monrovia, Md

- Coordinated software workshops across the country by reserving conference rooms, creating and distributing invitations to customers and prospects, and performing follow-up analysis reports.- Created and maintained direct marketing material, which included market-specific company brochures, flyers, postcards, fax campaigns, and email campaigns.- Created additional sales and marketing material including table-top display, flash presentations, presentation binders, software manual binders, and software sample reports.- Traveled to state-based social service agency conferences to represent the company and communicate with potential customers.- Contacted approximately 450 prospects per month via telephone to generate new sales.- Developed lead contact sheets through a working database of over 10,000 prospects.

Carrollton, Tx

• Maintained rates, inventory and integrity for more than 30 Red Roof Inn properties on Expedia, Hotels.com, Travelocity, Orbitz, and Cheaptickets.com. • Allotted additional rooms within internet room blocks to increase revenue during in need periods and to maximize room usages during high occupancy nights• Developed a relationship with the General Managers at each property and worked closely with them to achieve revenue goals• Worked personally with the Market Manager and Market Coordinator for each region to gain \ higher page placement, obtain promotion opportunities, and strategized to gain maximum number of room nights and revenue

Master Of Arts, Humane Education

Graduated with Highest Distinctions

Bachelor Of Arts, Communication Technology

National Honor Society, National Dean’s List, UTA College of Liberal Arts Dean’s List