Melissa Odegaard Email & Phone Number

As a seasoned marketer, project leader, and global partner, I know how to gain momentum and accelerate growth by quickly responding to new opportunities. My specialty is in collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategies for promoting products and services to internal sales force and global distributor network. From product conception to launch, I work with teams managing complex projects with multiple departments on branding, design, product launches and target market expansion.A few of my recent career highlights include:== Opening channels for our brands in multiple industries, directing PGA TOUR Champions ‘Rapiscan Systems Classic’ technology week. (S2 Global)== Positioning unique technologies, CertScan and S2 University and generating leads worldwide. (S2 Global)== Partnering with global cross functional teams, helping to introduce new products and services and ultimately boost revenues. (Rapiscan Systems)== Acting as point person in 1200-employee company, assisting all levels from executives to production staff. (OSI Systems)With both entrepreneurial and corporate experience, I’ve developed a wide range of product, print, and web marketing materials in start-up and high-growth situations. In addition to this, I’m proficient in Social Media: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook; Microsoft Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint Designer, Microsoft Dynamics CRM); Web Tools: Google Adwords and Google Analytics and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Flash).In summary, I’m a well-rounded marketing executive/director who excels in consolidating global resources to advance collective and individual goals while reducing costs. With a varied unique skill set and ability to adapt quickly, I’m able to consistently deliver above expectations by applying creative and strategic talents with passion, determination, and focus.

Listed skills include Product Marketing, Management, Marketing Communications, Strategy, and 43 others.

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  Pratt Institute

  Communications Design