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Lexington, Ky, Us

Lexington, Kentucky, United States

Transitioned 130 properties from previous management to new management in record time - under a month. Succeeded in increasing online rent payments from 50% to 80% in the first 90 days. Handled all aspects of the business regarding client/tenant interaction, listing properties, customer service, financial reporting, software integration, maintenance requests, scheduling sub-contractors/vendors as needed. Hired and trained Property Manager to handle day-to-day responsibilities.

Lexington, Kentucky, United States

Managed customer relationships from a marketing/consumer promotion perspective for top retail auto partners (Walmart, Advance Auto Parts, AutoZone, and Pep Boys). Sold ideas to management and to the customer for consumer promotions that were in alignment to both company strategies. Taking from ideation, to proving out ROI potential, to pitching the idea to the customer in line reviews, and seeing it through to execution. Built internal cross-functional relationships with Sales Directors, Accounting, Supply Chain, Equity, and Sales Managers to support the account’s needs. Also built key relationships with the account Buyers, Sales Managers, Marketing and Social Media teams to lead program executions.Designed marketing and promotion materials including: in-store signage, at-shelf education, circulars, digital ads, and mailers. Managed customer promotion budget and promotion calendar, collaborating with key contacts at each customer. Supported internal sales teams through the development of educational materials, training videos, procedure guides, and sell sheets.

The go-to gal for all things Channel. Working as a strategic catalyst working closely with the Vice President of Channel to establish, develop, and grow the overall Channel. Serving as the point of contact representing four product brands under the Emerson Automation Solutions business unit. This role includes assisting in the strategic realignment of the channel during the merger of AVENTICS and Emerson. In addition, supporting the distribution channel with data analytics, marketing management/trade marketing resources. Responsibilities include completing executive-level reporting, coordinating trade shows/events, leading marketing programs, coordinating public relations activities (such as videos, articles, etc.). Additionally, facilitating communication for the distributor regarding the on-boarding process, various initiatives/training, product launches, projects, and providing distributors with marketing content to enhance the experience of the end customer.

Lexington, Kentucky

An extension of sales management and right-hand to the Vice President of Sales & Marketing. Sales support role overseeing multiple projects for channel growth. Managed, built and executed business budget, forecasting processes, and sales compensation plans. In addition, this role included recognizing and fulfilling training, marketing, and resource needs for sales force as well as event and communication management. Providing assistance for implementing business intelligence software and CRM programs. Identified opportunities for establishing and implementing processes to enhance sales data quality and pricing/quote tracking efficiency. Analyzed financial KPIs and prepared executive-level reports for company board, as well as handling necessary administrative and legal correspondence.

Lexington, Kentucky Area

Developed brand plan including pricing strategy, product differentiation, and growth recommendations. Led cross-functional team to create an in-house customer service process to increase sales team's productivity by 70%. Managed content, collaborated with agencies and creative team, and used CMS software to launch a new website to drive brand loyalty. Updated, redesigned, and distributed numerous marketing and sales collateral materials.

Demonstrated ability to execute accuracy in high-stress, fast-paced environment while building strong customer relationships. Achieved every corporate quarterly sales goal and customer satisfaction rating. Entrusted with weekly ATM maintenance.

Frankfort, Ky

Monitored state-wide communications including traditional print and social media. Identified constituent responses to policy changes and recorded image perceptions. Analyzed communications data and distributed results to key members of the Governor's staff for daily briefings.

Delta Upsilon Chapter At Eastern Kentucky University

Peer-elected position. Planing philanthropy events, promoting alumni relations, coordinating social media, and promoting an overall positive image on campus and in the community.

Richmond, Kentucky

Managed store marketing plan including selecting and training guerilla marketers. Developed strategic local guerilla marketing plan to drive lunch daypart sales through identifying key target accounts. Team supervisor.

Peer-elected position. Representing over 230,000 4-H members on a state level. Presided over the 50-member Kentucky 4-H State Teen Council, accepted dozens of public speaking engagements and participated in numerous networking events while planning/executing state-wide events and presenting an overall professional and positive image of Kentucky 4-H.