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Chicago, Il

✔ Hired to successfully lead new business implementation to ensure proper execution of strategic merchandise programs for Fortune 1000 clients✔ Led collaboration with APAC team on strategic sourcing requirements for global enterprise accounts✔ Coordinates internally and with 50+ preferred external vendors to ensure transparency on inventory, supply chain, and rebate advantages✔ Simultaneously managed 15+ clients, acting as an extension of the client’s brand team during the build of promotional merchandise program✔ Manage relationships and negotiate contracts with existing and new suppliers. Building a vendor base to accommodate both domestic and overseas needs to service all business sectors: Beer Wine and Spirits, Pharma and Finance, Not For Profit, and Middle Markets/CPG.

Greater Chicago Area

✔ Served on account management, business development and ultimately the onboarding team to ensure client needs were met, projects were completed on time and revenue goals met✔ Supported account manager by building presentation decks, quoting projects, joining client meetings, and providing general support for accounts✔ Participated in RFP process and assigned as key contact for client once contract was signed; often acted as account manager with multiple clients✔ Cross-functionally collaborated with tech support, customer success, accounting, and account management to ensure a successful onboarding of new clients

Indianapolis, In

✔ Managed coordination of HR activities for a utility services company – including hiring, training, and general HR activities✔ Successfully hired 1,400 field technicians to help lay cable across the country in rural areas, providing 3G wireless internet access; Pivoted hiring methods for unique project✔ Navigated monthly and annual hiring goals for a role with high turnover and only seasonal work for areas of the country with colder months✔ Informed employees on benefits, ethical concerns, and work policy matters

Indianapolis, In

✔ Implemented and led all aspects of corporate marketing for SaaS start-up, PetBookings Inc.✔ Onboarded 45 contracted clients, representing 11 large cities✔ Presented Social Media and SEO Campaign to investors, saving more in budget and generating organic leads✔ Assisted in Project Management and Compliance Management for investment banking firm

Bachelors, Biology

Activities and Societies: Indiana University Equestrian Team, College Mentors for Kids

Academic Honors