Called on the building and design community to foster new business opportunities by introducing products, services and capabilities. Assisted in redesign of website, maintained social media profiles and developed strategies for maximizing online presence. Developed marketing materials for both print and web based initiatives. Submitted required elements for industry contests and awards. Organized and hosted CEU's, homeowner and trade seminars, industry and charity events.

Developed new advertising base for high-end home design print and digital publication.Maintained existing business across appropriate home and design categories via networking, prospecting, cold-calling and industry associations. Negotiated contracts and closed business by expanding existing services, cross selling, and/or adding new services.Developed campaigns to a large volume of active and prospective accounts across multiple categories. Established and built effective relationships on the client and agency side. Researched sources for developing prospective customersPlanned personal sales strategiesUpdated customer relationship management software database with new leads, opportunities, and sales progressions. Maintained pipeline reports for ongoing updates on sales status and supply management. Networked within industry and professional organizations

Director of Human Resource for national IT staffing firm.

Sales and marketing associate for upscale bridal boutique