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Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

Oversaw business development and marketing strategy for the Houston office, supporting several Banking & Credit, M&A, and Capital Markets attorneys focused on energy and infrastructure deals in the oil & gas, renewables, and utilities sectors.

Washington, Dc

Mclean, Virginia

-Chief strategist for two bi-coastal practice groups, C&ST and Government Contracts, and the multi-office Life Sciences Industry team-Identified and cultivated relationships with companies, relevant business groups, associations and organizations to increase opportunities for building the business pipeline-Developed leads and connections within the industry including conducting initial assessments and directed potential clients to appropriate attorneys within the relevant practice areas-Attended key events to network, grow Pillsbury visibility and to gather market intelligence-Worked closely with colleagues to develop new and enhance existing strategies and tactics for increasing exposure of firm capabilities in key markets-Tracked and analyzed metrics related to efforts and impact for quarterly reports to Firm leadership

Washington, Dc

-Managed strategic marketing & business development initiatives for three global practice groups (Antitrust, International Arbitration, and Product Liability) along with the DC office -Collaborated with partners to develop and execute business development plans, using resources across the firms’ marketing network, for support as appropriate-Created & monitored both internal and external client development programs including cross-selling initiatives within the practice & across practice groups in the firm-Provided strategic recommendations for, and track outcome of, profile-enhancing speaking engagements, client events, conferences and other sponsorship opportunities, assuming primary responsibility for planning and directing follow-up-Identified and managed opportunities for strategic collaboration with outside organizations

Washington D.C. Metro Area

-Strategic planning and delivery of initiatives, new business opportunity identification/targeting, research new business and clients, and promotional initiatives.-Interfaced extensively with Practice Group leaders to enhance cross selling of services and presentation effectiveness as well as facilitate compliance and consistency with branding guidelines. -Analyzed client information, track client interactions, wins/losses and compile experience/credentials list. -Collaborated with the Marketing Communications staff to identify, plan, coordinate and produce client events, seminars, speaking engagements, and sponsorships.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

-Prepared RFP responses, client pitch materials, and presentations.-Maintained marketing databases (proposal, alumni, etc.).-Editor/designer for Steptoe Pro Bono quarterly newsletter.-Coordinated with other offices to create and produce brochures, pitch packets, and other marketing collateral.-Assisted Marketing Manager with execution, redesign, launch, and ongoing maintenance of new firm website.-Composed/edited website content, including regular updates to attorney bios and practice group descriptions.-Coordinated mass mailings of targeted newsletters, invitations, and follow-up correspondence.-Produced electronic communications such as client e-mail advisories, newsletters, and PowerPoint presentations.-Coordinated use of Verizon Center suite for business development and client activities, including expense management.-Coordinated firm’s printing and vendor relationships.

B.B.A., Marketing

Activities and Societies: PR Coordinator - Student Government Association, Publicity Assistant - Campus Recreation & Intramurals.

Marketing

A.A.S., Fashion Merchandising Management

Activities and Societies: Delta Epsilon ChiGraduated cum laude