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Alana Mocchi

Chicago,USA

Summary

Marketing graduate specializing in Professional Sales with practical experience in business development and customer engagement. Proficient in CRM tools, market research, and content marketing. Demonstrated success in persuasive communication, sales pipeline management, and data-driven strategy development through academic and real-world applications. Ready to enhance marketing teams with strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Representative

Funnel Forge
Chicago, USA
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Conducted market research to identify high-intent keywords and optimize outreach strategies.
  • Crafted and delivered targeted sales pitches to prospective clients, strengthening pipeline growth.
  • Utilized CRM tools to manage leads, analyze data, and present KPIs to senior leadership.
  • Gained hands-on experience with lead nurturing, content marketing, and client acquisition.

Server/Bartender

Baxters American Grille
Bloomington, USA
04.2022 - 05.2025
  • Delivered exceptional service in a high-paced environment, building strong customer relationships.
  • Managed multiple priorities to support operational and service goals.

Sales Associate

The Alamo II
Normal, USA
07.2022 - 09.2022
  • Supported retail marketing through product merchandising and customer engagement.
  • Handled sales operations, including cash handling and inventory management.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Illinois State University
Normal, IL
05.2025

Skills

  • CRM software proficiency
  • Market research analysis
  • Content marketing strategy
  • Sales pipeline optimization
  • Consumer behavior insights
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration skills
  • Microsoft Excel expertise
  • Microsoft PowerPoint presentation

Academic Projects And Skills

Strategic Marketing Management: Created and implemented data-driven marketing plans using simulations and case studies. Balanced short- and long-term strategy in realistic, competitive market scenarios. 

Sales Management: Practiced sales force administration, including recruitment, training, and performance evaluation. Utilized simulations to enhance decision-making in team leadership and compensation modeling.

Buyer Behavior: Analyzed consumer and organizational decision-making processes. Applied segmentation strategies based on behavioral insights.

Personal Selling & Relationship Marketing: Performed simulated sales calls focusing on prospecting, need discovery, and closing. Developed persuasive communication and advanced negotiation skills.

Timeline

Business Development Representative

Funnel Forge
05.2024 - 08.2024

Sales Associate

The Alamo II
07.2022 - 09.2022

Server/Bartender

Baxters American Grille
04.2022 - 05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Illinois State University