For us, it’s not just about filling a job. We invest in our clients and our candidates. We focus on the ‘fit’ factor and customize our approach every time. Our mission is to become your life-long, trusted advisor. The Latitude Group is a values-driven, technical consulting and recruitment firm that provides contract, contract to hire, and permanent resources to a broad range of industries and organizations, both locally to Minnesota as well as nationally. Founded in 2002, Latitude focuses on Information Technology, generally in these areas:• SDLC (Project Managers, Business Analysts, Developers, QA/Testers)• Infrastructure (Network, Cloud, Security, Database Admin, System Admin, Technical Support)• AI and ML Engineers• Data (Data Analysis, Data Scientists, Data Security)• Interactive Marketing (Mobile, eCommerce, Web, Content)We are a proud certified Woman Business Enterprise (WBE) by the WBDC!http://www.latitude-group.com

Volunteer for various CIOs Against Cancer events including Tech Tees Off Against Cancer, CIO Auction, Clays Against Cancer and most recently, TechSHEroes.Auction Chair for Tech Tees Off in November 2024.Auction Chair for TechSHEroes inaugural event in February 2025!

As Director of Client Services, my responsibilities included:* Account management and expansion within existing clients* New business development / opening new accounts* Meet with key stakeholders/client managers/executives with the goal of creating strategic relationships* Understand my customer's business, as well as their business needs/requirements* Generate and qualify leads through prospecting, marketing and networking* Conduct research to identify potential prospects, building a pipeline of new clients, and creating a process of outreach and follow-up* Maintain a database of existing and prospective clients and candidates using the company's CRM tool* Increase company awareness by promoting the organization on LinkedIn and various social media platformsClient verticals: Healthcare, Agriculture, Advertising Agency/Marketing, Financial, Airline, Professional Services

Clients: Airline, Financial, Manufacturing and HealthcareMy responsibilities included:* Account management and expansion of existing key clients* New business development* Meet with key stakeholders/client managers/executives with the goal of creating strategic relationships.* Understanding my customer's business, as well as their business needs/requirements.* Generate and qualify leads through prospecting, marketing and networking* Conduct research to identify potential prospects, building a pipeline of new clients, and creating a process of outreach and follow-up.* Created client marketing campaigns for existing clients and prospects.* Maintained a database of existing and prospective clients and candidates using the company's CRM tool.

My responsibilities included:* Account management and expansion of existing key clients, new business development and talent acquisition.* Meet with key stakeholders/client managers/executives with the goal of creating strategic relationships.* Understanding my customer's business, as well as their business needs/requirements.* Generate and qualify leads through prospecting, marketing and networking.* Conduct research to identify potential prospects, building a pipeline, and creating a process of outreach and follow-up.* Create/maintain a database of existing and prospective clients and candidates using the company's CRM tool.* Recruiting/interviewing and submitting potential candidates to clients.* New consultant on-boarding.* Consultant management/retention.

Responsible for account management and growth of a key national Healthcare account - fostering existing relationships while seeking out new business within the organization. I engaged with decision-makers (hiring managers, directors, senior executives) and influencers (procurement, project office, chief of staffs) as well as internal "coaches" that helped me navigate the different lines of business. This was a mix of staff aug and project-based selling, showcasing local, near-shore and offshore talent.Also responsible for new business/logos outside of the key account. Worked closely with local and national recruiting teams, as well as our national and global delivery teams. Assisted in the creating of RFP's.20% travel.Luxoft is a global IT service provider of innovative technology solutions that delivers measurable business outcomes to multinational companies. Its offerings encompass strategic consulting, custom software development services, digital solution engineering and staff augmentation (on and offshore.)Specialties include: Application Software Development, Product Engineering, Testing, Software Quality Assurance, IT Infrastructure Management, Architecture Consulting, Security Consulting, Automotive Software, Energy Software, Telecom Software, Blockchain Consulting, Big Data Strategy Consulting and Digital Engineering

I'm so excited to be a part of Crew52 and help represent our great state of Minnesota during the 10 days prior to Super Bowl LII! Volunteer position. I was a screener for volunteer applicants prior to the Super Bowl.Moved on to Team Captain to supervise volunteers during the events that led up to the Super Bowl. Provided work direction, shift scheduling, and issue resolution/troubleshooting.The Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee's mission:Utilizing our bold new stadium as a backdrop and the exposure generated by this tremendous event, we will introduce the world to Minnesota’s authentic, Bold North brand, reflecting the diverse and innovative culture of our state, by creating and implementing the preeminent Super Bowl experience that delivers on our promises; generating a significant economic impact for the state and providing a lasting legacy for all of Minnesota.

The Latitude Group is a professional staffing firm that provides contract, contract to hire, and direct placement resources to a broad range of industries and organizations. Focus areas included Information Technology positions within SDLC, Infrastructure, Cloud, and Interactive/Web resources. Clients: Airline, Financial, SaaS, Government Administration, HealthcareMy responsibilities include:* Account management and expansion of existing key clients. * Created strong personal relationships with hiring managers to understand their business needs/requirements.* New business development - generated and qualified leads through prospecting, marketing and networking.* Met with key stakeholders/client managers/executives with the goal of creating strategic relationships.* Fostered relationships with client Procurement/Vendor Management.* Conducted research to identify potential prospects, building a pipeline of new clients, and creating a process of outreach and follow-up.* Created/maintained a database of existing and prospective clients using the company's CRM tool.* Mix of contract, contract to hire and direct placements.* Consultant management/retention.* Worked closely with recruiting team to vet candidates.Achievements:President's Club: 2015, 2016

Account Executive for major accounts including UHG/Optum, 3M, Best Buy, Medtronic, Boston Scientific and Kroll OnTrack.President's Club: 2010, 2011, 2012My responsibilities include:* Account management and expansion of existing key clients - both locally and nationally. * Created strong personal relationships with hiring managers to understand their business needs/requirements.* New business development - generated and qualified leads through prospecting, marketing and networking.* Met with key stakeholders/client managers/executives with the goal of creating strategic relationships.* Fostered relationships with client Procurement/Vendor Management.* Conducted research to identify potential prospects, building a pipeline of new clients, and creating a process of outreach and follow-up.* Created/maintained a database of existing and prospective clients using the company's CRM tool.* Consultant management/retention.* Worked closely with recruiting team to vet candidates.

Managed accounts including UHG, Wells Fargo, State of MN and General Mills.My responsibilities include:* Account management and expansion of existing key clients - both locally and nationally. * Created strong personal relationships with hiring managers to understand their business needs/requirements.* New business development - generated and qualified leads through prospecting, marketing and networking.* Met with key stakeholders/client managers/executives with the goal of creating strategic relationships.* Assisted in the creation/response to RFP's. * Fostered relationships with client Procurement/Vendor Management.* Conducted research to identify potential prospects, building a pipeline of new clients, and creating a process of outreach and follow-up.* Maintained a database of existing and prospective clients using the company's CRM tool.* Consultant management/retention.

This was a startup organization - 100% new business development. As the sole AE, with the help of one recruiter, I grew the company from zero employees to 20 billable consultants in under a year (in a challenging economy in 2001/2002.) Promoted to VP of Sales in 2003 where I managed two recruiters and a sales person. Personally responsibly for acquiring a major account with an average of 30 consultants and a $5M book of business.Responsible for the creation of RFP/RFI's and client presentations.Created a consultant care program to keep consultants happy and engaged. Resulted in less than a 10% turnover.Planned all company and client events.When I left the company in April 2005, we had over 50 billable consultants and a core client base including Wells Fargo, State of MN, State of SD, General Mills, 3M and ADC Telecom.

Began with PSI as a recruiter, which morphed into a combo role of recruiting, sales and marketing. After 18 months, moved into a pure sales role.Responsible for managing existing client and consultant relationships, new business development and candidate recruitment.Participated in RFP/RPI development and response.Helped develop a consultant care program.Worked closely with recruiting and provided work direction.10% travel.Clients were primarily State/Government and included the State of MN, State of SD and the Territory of the Virgin Islands.This was a work-from-home position.

This was my first job in IT recruiting! Responsible for seeking out and vetting candidates for major clients, primarily in the medical device / biomed / life sciences industry. Recruited software engineers / developers, quality engineers, test / V&V engineers, etc.