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Proposal Writer, August 2009 - February 2018Write proposals for complex projects and/or bids significant to MV’s strategic direction. Work with sales team and subject matter experts to develop content for kick-off calls.Work closely with sales team to write technical RFP responses, based on strategy sessions, research, and project plans. Custom write executive summaries, biographies, proposed technology descriptions and facility descriptions.Edit boilerplate material to tailor to company approved narrative for individual client needs.Complete final proofreading and formatting of proposal documents as needed; evaluation of criteria to ensure compliance with Request for Proposals (RFP).Coordinate with various departments and personnel to create new boilerplate narrative that aligns with the company’s direction and strength.Work with drafters and administrative staff to create and coordinate all peripheral materials, including but not limited to required forms, cover graphics, binder inclusions, etc.Proposal Production Manager (September 2008 – August 2009)Oversaw proposal production staff, including three Proposal Writers, three Proposal Drafters and department Assistant.Reviewed all Requests for Proposals in partnership with COO, and assigned projects based on timelines, staff capabilities, and proposal complexity.Ensured projects were completed on schedule by working with production department staff, Business Development Directors, Vice Presidents, Region Presidents and COO.Performed tasks as an A Level Writer for most complex and critical projects.Wrote all company press releases for Web site and mass media.Completed all Proposal Drafter and Proposal Writer tasks as needed.Proposal Writer/Drafter (June 2006 – September 2008)Company’s first Proposal Writer for business development team.Served as critical member of a three person project teams who are responsible for growth through the competitive procurement process.

Recruited, interviewed and recommended potential store owners to Vice President of Training Developed and implemented training programs, including: new employee orientation, customer service, store set up, department maintenance and job specificationsSupervised summer internship program, including: marketing to college students, interviewing and hiring, securing Subject Matter Experts for class presentations, implementing three month program and evaluating intern performanceCompleted needs analysis with store owners to identify and develop future classesContinuously worked with other departments to develop new training materialsRepresented the company at seminars, workshops and internship recruitment eventsOversaw all logistics and setup of regional workshopsMonitored and measured the impact of training programs to evaluate successMaintained confidential employee hiring and training files