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Lakeville, Connecticut, United States

- Nurture and develop the relationships that exist between Lime Rock Park and their various partners, sponsors, and affiliates. Build relationships with these groups over time to understand their needs, then identify, develop and execute plans for each group that allow Lime Rock Park to be the solution for their needs.- Assist, plan, develop, troubleshoot, sell, and execute branding campaigns, experiential marketing opportunities, hospitality buildouts, grassroots advertising, and sponsorship & partnership objectives to meet the needs of the clients (including BMW, Hyundai, Lexus, Porsche, Audi, Ferrari, Coca-Cola, Monster Energy and many others).- Manage the development and sales of Lime Rock Park's retail driving programs. Responsible for optimizing the use of our expanding database of car enthusiasts and developing it as a growing strength in my arsenal of marketing tools for future business.- Investigating, developing, and implementing a variety of sales mechanisms that drive business to Lime Rock Park, including analytical work for Lime Rock Park's marketing department.

Poughkeepsie, New York

• Develop and implement online marketing campaigns for clients.• Design, produce, and manage e-commerce websites for clients.• Introduce clients to potential affiliates and negotiate terms of their agreements. • Provide support and insight into strategic marketing plans and help determine position in the market.• Plan and assist in implementing marketing initiatives of the organization's products and services. • Measure the effectiveness of marketing, advertising, and communications programs and strategies.

Newburgh, New York

• Negotiate purchasing contracts and policies with respective suppliers.• Run weekly and monthly sales reports and create sales goals for retail and e-commerce stores.• Manage and direct employees involved in the buying, selling or distributions aspects of a company.• Analyze and implement purchasing processes and delivery systems.• Update and operate online store. Pack & ship items as orders came in.

Wappingers Falls, New York

• Manage the cashiers and other front end store employees, and strive to meet sales objectives.• Uphold high standards of customer service and conduct employee evaluations.• Communicate between management and staff, and update staff on changes in policies or procedures.• Handle scheduling to keep the front end fully staffed, and participate in hiring and training new employees.

Poughkeepsie, New York

• Oversee day-to-day retail operations and staff; monitor and prioritize workflow and schedules.• Manage and stock inventory at specified levels.• Manage the selection, training and development of staff; ensure monthly sales quota are met.• Sell the organization's products and/or services to new or established customers; handle and resolve escalated customer complaints and

Bachelor Of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing/Marketing Management, General

Activities and Societies: Kappa Sigma Fraternity, U.G.C Executive Board Member, I.F.C Chairman, American Marketing Association Member.

Business Core, Business Administration And Management, General

Activities and Societies: Deans ListTwo-year Community College. A majority of time spent on General Education classes, with a taste.