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Adele Barber

Queens,NY

Summary

Dynamic Marketing Operations and Database Marketing professional with a demonstrated track record of success: Managed high-performing global teams. Business Solutions subject matter expert. Implemented operational and process improvements based on process expertise and strategic vision. Proficient in establishing operational risk controls. A dedicated leader and skilled project manager to proficiently oversee large teams, routinely delivering projects under budget and ahead of schedule. 20 Years of achievement in progressively responsible leadership roles, Marketing Operations, and Database Marketing subject matter expertise.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Director- Marketing Operations - US Market

American Express Company
01.2003 - Current
  • Led global Database Marketing team, providing hands-on leadership and counsel while overseeing ongoing Consumer Internal Acquisition and Loyalty Marketing campaigns
  • Re-engineered processes to improve day-to-day operational efficiency and work to identify operational risk gaps.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
  • Established culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
  • Delivered innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.― Led the implementation of a daily eligibility risk assessment strategy and functionality leveraging our Big Data platform Phase 1 was focused on Cross Sell acquisition strategies and launched in less than 6 months


Outcomes:

  • Reduced year-over-year list-processing time for direct marketing campaigns by an average of 10%
  • Managed a 30% increase in project volume while reducing operating expenses of 20%
  • Trimmed processing time 20% and standardized/automated 17% of acquisition campaigns
  • Instrumental in the reduction of operating-expense-to-marketing-spend ratio by over 23%.
  • Instrumental key lead in launching Customer cross sell offer optimization process within company email channel


Education

BBA - Marketing / Writing

Baruch College of The City University of New York
New York, NY
01.1993

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
  • Operations Management
  • Team Management
  • Strategies and goals
  • Partnerships and Alliances
  • Strategic Planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Issues Resolution
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Process Improvements

Timeline

Director- Marketing Operations - US Market

American Express Company
01.2003 - Current

BBA - Marketing / Writing

Baruch College of The City University of New York
Adele Barber