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Usa

(International humanitarian volunteer-based organization in 154 countries worldwide: consultative status with United Nations providing stress management programs and disaster relief services)

Fort Worth, Texas

(Financial planning firm serving executive-level retirees, soon-to-be retirees since 1982)In newly created position, directed the startup of public relations and client development services; worked in three areas: strategic planning and leadership; marketing and public relations, client prospecting and acquisition. Within first 16 months, 6 prospects became clients - assets totaling more than $10M. Qualified 30 new prospects, each with at least $1M and 21 new prospects, each with at… Show more (Financial planning firm serving executive-level retirees, soon-to-be retirees since 1982)In newly created position, directed the startup of public relations and client development services; worked in three areas: strategic planning and leadership; marketing and public relations, client prospecting and acquisition. Within first 16 months, 6 prospects became clients - assets totaling more than $10M. Qualified 30 new prospects, each with at least $1M and 21 new prospects, each with at least $500K worth in investible assets: new client prospect list valued at 40MIndependently developed private list of prospects: generated 459 new leads through direct marketing and networking initiatives with professional associations, B2B, B2C presentations: 86% executive-level relationships, 5.3% C-level relationships, which significantly increased public awareness of the firm and its mission. Personally introduced company/president to high net worth business/community leaders at more than 30 major business/philanthropic events that produced future relationships profitable and valuable for business developmentWorked with executive management to develop competitive marketing strategies unique to the industry, including; “20th Year in Business” campaign and marketing materials. Developed 16-page event marketing plan with proposed 10K budgetCommunicated value proposition to affluent individuals and community as a whole through well-timed phone calls, one-on-one meetings implementing a consultative selling style, letters and executive-level presentations. Conceived and coordinated print media, news articles, electronic promotions and community awareness events: created and executed 21 marketing events; published 11 articles/profiles/photos with a readership of over 425,000 which significantly enhanced company image within the business community Show less

Sedona, Arizona

(International commodity market research company established 1987- ranked #5 by US Stock Market)Conducted telephone sales business-to-business (B2B) and to individual traders (B2C) promoting market research reports coast to coast and internationally.• Generated 73% increase in sales revenue with NEW accounts• Strategically organized, planned and prioritized work to achieve 99% success rate with specific sales goals• Exceeded monthly quota by 4.5%, 9 months of the year

Portland, Oregon Area

(Innovative medical alert service company featuring #1Phillips Lifeline. Serving Portland and Vancouver metropolitan areas since 1990)As Healthcare marketing liaison, developed referrals and educational presentations to qualified referral sources: discharge planners, case managers, physicians, healthcare professionals, patients and families at designated facilities.• Represented company at trade shows and conventions• Independently developed sales strategy• Created marketing… Show more (Innovative medical alert service company featuring #1Phillips Lifeline. Serving Portland and Vancouver metropolitan areas since 1990)As Healthcare marketing liaison, developed referrals and educational presentations to qualified referral sources: discharge planners, case managers, physicians, healthcare professionals, patients and families at designated facilities.• Represented company at trade shows and conventions• Independently developed sales strategy• Created marketing materials to support presentations and sales calls Show less

Portland, Or And Vancouver, Wa

Generated new business for a newly established office by cold calling & extensive sales presentations to hospitals, business leaders and healthcare managers. After 6 months promoted to Vancouver Office.• More than doubled sales first three months• Secured long-term endorsement from 3 Rehabilitation Centers and 1 Assisted Living• Obtained long-term contract with a major hospital healthcare system• One of few professionals in the industry trained by the National Corporate… Show more Generated new business for a newly established office by cold calling & extensive sales presentations to hospitals, business leaders and healthcare managers. After 6 months promoted to Vancouver Office.• More than doubled sales first three months• Secured long-term endorsement from 3 Rehabilitation Centers and 1 Assisted Living• Obtained long-term contract with a major hospital healthcare system• One of few professionals in the industry trained by the National Corporate Headquarters Show less

Portland, Oregon Area

Administrative support to Director, Risk and Reimbursement, Providence Health Plans. Responsible for agendas, minutes and tracking reports for the Providence Health Plans, Providence Health System and Inter-hospital Physicians Association negotiations.Administrative support to Supportive Care of the Dying, Executive Director, a national coalition to educate physicians in Palative Care. Developed marketing materials and budget reports for Board of Directors.

Portland, Oregon Area

Contract Specialist: (1996-1998)Managed the procurement, contracting, and monitoring of the County Behavioral Health Department Chemical Dependency Treatment programs and services.• Wrote an extremely comprehensive 97-page procurement document for qualification of service providers - one of the largest in county history, which served four departments• Monitored contracts valued at $12M for compliance of programs and services delivered• Developed and implemented a unique… Show more Contract Specialist: (1996-1998)Managed the procurement, contracting, and monitoring of the County Behavioral Health Department Chemical Dependency Treatment programs and services.• Wrote an extremely comprehensive 97-page procurement document for qualification of service providers - one of the largest in county history, which served four departments• Monitored contracts valued at $12M for compliance of programs and services delivered• Developed and implemented a unique reporting system used to monitor contract compliance, utilization and regulation of funding• Conducted site reviews and case file audits for compliance with State RegulationsResource Coordinator: (1986-1996)Autonomously directed the start-up of a new government service which resulted in a Resource Center for the County Criminal Justice System.• Wrote original program design that provided assistance to State/County parole and probation officers in accessing emergency basic needs, chemical dependency, mental health and medical treatment for offenders• Solicited in-kind medical/healthcare treatment from hospitals and social service agencies - first semester results valued at $74,800• Researched alternatives to incarceration and presented findings to District Court Judges• Program included in Governor's Initiative for reelection• Funding extended from 6 months demonstration project to 10 years Marketing Event Manager: (1987on loan by County Commissioner's request)Created and implemented countywide volunteer recognition for the Office of the County Chair as part of the “Know Your County Month” public relations campaign.• Organized 25-member committee, developed comprehensive event plan & task reports• Advised County officials and dignitaries as to event logistics and public appearances• National Association of Counties Achievement Award presented to the County Show less

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy

Internship: Children's Hospital at Stanford, pediatric oncology As post educational activity, developed and lead recreational programs.

Occupational Therapy/Therapist

As post educational activity, developed the therapy and recreational programs for a new $655,000 Easter Seal Center in Oregon.