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Katie McGowan

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Proven Business Development & Architectural Sales expert with a track record of fostering robust relationships and driving sales growth, notably at Spartan Surfaces. Specializes in customer acquisition and CRM software proficiency, having successfully developed a new Southeast territory. Recognized for outstanding project management skills and a strategic approach to sales funnel management, achieving significant business expansion across various commercial segments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development & Architectural Sales

Spartan Surfaces
Atlanta, GA
04.2016 - Current
  • Relationship building, Project Management & Sales in the Design & Construction Industries. Focusing on A&D Specifications, Developers & Endusers.
  • Business Development within all commercial segments of design including; Multifamily, Student Housing, Hospitality, Senior Living, Healthcare & Education.
  • Developed & branded a new Southeast territory as well as representing & marketing over forty different lines of commercial flooring & vertical surfaces.
  • Driving business & sales through strategic processes & actively participating in industry events & groups.
  • Acknowleded for being incremental part of the team, participating in podcast, marketing videos & social media outreach; winning awards like "Rising Star" & exceeding sales goals.

Manager of Interior Design

Marriott International, Inc.
Washington, DC
07.2014 - 07.2016
  • Managed all Design aspects of franchised, managed & corporate projects for new construction, conversion & renovations.
  • Oversaw & managed the process for adherence to hotel brand standards throughout the US.
  • Coordinated the design, install & completion of projects in conjunction with product manufactures, developers & subcontractors.

Design & Decor Project Manager

Whole Foods Market Inc
Washington, DC
02.2012 - 07.2014
  • Managed the design & architectural process for all major renovations & new stores from design concept to completion, within the Northeast US.
  • Supported all teams in an effort to achieve great design as well as clear merchandising & branding.
  • Worked extensively with the Design, Marketing & Constriction teams to ensure on time & on budget projects- winning awards such as "Team Member of the Year".
  • Gained an immense knowledge of the commercial design & management process.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design

Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
05-2003

Skills

  • Sales presentations
  • Customer acquisition
  • Sales funnel management
  • Cold calling
  • Competitive analysis
  • CRM software proficiency

Timeline

Business Development & Architectural Sales

Spartan Surfaces
04.2016 - Current

Manager of Interior Design

Marriott International, Inc.
07.2014 - 07.2016

Design & Decor Project Manager

Whole Foods Market Inc
02.2012 - 07.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design

Western Carolina University
Katie McGowan