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Angela Fonner

St. Louis,MO

Summary

Passionate about the distribution of effective communication to the intended audience. Meticulous proofreader with detailed attention to various written formats including proposals, presentations, marketing materials, email campaigns and technical content. Keenly aware that grammar, structure, style and format create clarity for the reader. While relevant, accurate and fact-based language builds informative, credible messaging.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Development Manager

Employbridge
10.2023 - 09.2024
  • Driving revenue growth and managing the sales cycle from lead generation to closure.
  • Utilizing an analytical approach to address customer pain points and propose solutions.
  • Delivering persuasive presentations to diverse stakeholders for effective communication.
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decisionmakers.
  • Facilitated regular communication with clients to ensure their needs were met, fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust and mutual respect.

Account Manager

Concordance Healthcare Solutions
02.2017 - 02.2023
  • Surpassed revenue targets by an impressive $1.8M within St. Louis, Central Missouri, and Southern Illinois territories, showcasing adept sales and strategic planning abilities.
  • Elevated gross profit margins by 2% year-over-year, demonstrating a keen business acumen and ability to drive profitability.
  • Orchestrated the successful sale and implementation of a $2.5M equipment upgrade for a 39-site healthcare foundation. Managed the removal, refurbishment, and donation of existing equipment for charitable purposes in Ukraine, displaying strong project management skills and commitment to corporate social responsibility.
  • Developed a cutting-edge 3PL (Third Party Logistics) program, enabling storage of crucial customer PPE and emergency preparedness supplies. This initiative facilitated an additional $2M in inventory purchases, exhibiting innovative problem-solving skills and a focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Identified, pursued, and secured new business opportunities across diverse trade segments, with particular emphasis on community health centers and primary care markets, expanding market reach and fostering sustainable business growth.
  • Conducted engaging presentations, both in-person and virtually, to key stakeholders including physicians, nursing directors, C-suite executives and end-users. Leveraged relationships with manufacturers and suppliers to educate customers on emerging trends in the medical industry, establishing credibility and fostering long-term partnerships.

Business Development Manager

St. Louis Staffing
02.2014 - 02.2017
  • Orchestrated annual sales exceeding $3.3M by implementing targeted sales strategies.
  • Initiated daily matrix-driven sales operations, encompassing proactive cold calls, meticulous customer follow-ups via calls and emails and sustained customer relationship management efforts.
  • Identified operational inefficiencies and workforce challenges, addressing pain points to enhance organizational effectiveness.
  • Presented comprehensive staffing solutions to diverse stakeholders, ranging from C-suite executives to frontline supervisors, effectively addressing their distinct needs.
  • Fostered seamless collaboration with the recruiting team to ensure the placement of optimal candidates, aligning their skills with client requirements.
  • Managed a dynamic sales pipeline and meticulously tracked all sales activities utilizing Salesforce, ensuring precise monitoring and strategic planning.

Managing Editor/Writer

MetroWire Media
06.2011 - 06.2014
  • Spearheaded creation and distribution, including designing, writing, proofreading and editing, weekly digital newsletter spotlighting the St. Louis commercial real estate market.
  • Incorporated various research methods, such as interviews with key industry figures, report analysis and fact-checking techniques, to create and deliver insightful reports containing intricate market trends and forecasts, providing readers with valuable foresight.
  • Conducted in-depth interviews with notable industry leaders, crafting compelling profiles and lending dimension and perspective to the publication.
  • Attended and covered a spectrum of commercial real estate events, from intimate luncheons to the prestigious annual State of Commercial Real Estate conferences.
  • Performed weekly digital marketing analysis via the Constant Contact platform, leveraging data to optimize content strategy, audience engagement and readership growth.
  • Maintained editorial standards by enforcing adherence to style guides, grammar rules, and ethical journalism principles.
  • Handled final proofreading, copy editing and revision functions for deliverables.
  • Handled final approval of content deliverables.
  • Balanced competing priorities effectively while managing multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.

Writer/Reporter

Patch.com
01.2011 - 02.2014
  • Crafted engaging articles for a hyper-local news and content website, catering to communities with populations fewer than 50,000 people.
  • Wrote and edited content such as, human interest pieces, listicles and showcased local businesses, designed to engage relevant audiences and foster community connection.
  • Interviewed business owners, capturing personal stories and community encounters.
  • Provided timely and informative coverage for a wide array of community events.
  • Strategically implemented SEO techniques to achieve superior Google rankings.
  • Served as Acting Editor in Chief.
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
  • Collaborated with editors to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across various platforms.
  • Interviewed individuals by phone, video chat and in-person to write news stories.
  • Generated ideas for new content series or formats based on audience interests and market trends.
  • Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
  • Conducted thorough research on diverse topics, producing well-informed pieces that resonated with readers.
  • Followed company policies and editorial guidelines to craft thorough, well-written content.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Media Communications, Writing

Webster University

Skills

  • Expert level editorial and proofreading skills
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with various style guides (APA, MLA, Chicago Manual of Style)
  • Commanding use of MS Office Suite
  • Meticulous research skills
  • Relevant content curation
  • Proposal and copywriting capabilities
  • Engaging interpersonal skills
  • Active listener
  • Critical thinker

Certification

  • Strategic Sales Training - Miller Heiman Group
  • Master Gardener - Missouri Botanical Garden

Hobbies and Interests

  • Writing
  • Cooking
  • Gardening
  • Fitness
  • Reading

Timeline

Business Development Manager

Employbridge
10.2023 - 09.2024

Account Manager

Concordance Healthcare Solutions
02.2017 - 02.2023

Business Development Manager

St. Louis Staffing
02.2014 - 02.2017

Managing Editor/Writer

MetroWire Media
06.2011 - 06.2014

Writer/Reporter

Patch.com
01.2011 - 02.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Media Communications, Writing

Webster University

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