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Anika Hovda

Weslaco,TX

Summary

My current position has allowed me to grow my skillset within the medical industry, providing me valuable insight into customer relations, strategic planning, and teamwork. I always strive to demonstrate a positive attitude, an eagerness to learn, and the ability to adapt to various situations. As the industry continues to change, I am motivated to pursue new opportunities, and excel in any environment. I attended McNeese State University, where I graduated with a degree in Business Management and continue to apply this foundation to my current role.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Manager

Stryker Medical
Weslaco, TX
03.2024 - Current
  • Manage and oversee strategic accounts across the lower Rio Grande Valley, Corpus Christi, Alice, Beeville, and Laredo.
  • Primary focus on building and maintaining strong client relationships, increasing market share, and achieving sales goals within the Patient Handling space.
  • Provide ongoing training and support to healthcare professionals on product usage, resulting in improved product adoption and customer retention.
  • 2024 Quota Achiever: $1.75M allocated; $1.92M sold.
  • Year-to-Date PTQ: 109.8%

Entrepreneur - Cofounder & Owner

Grit Vintage
Weslaco, TX
10.2021 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day operations, including customer service, inventory, and supply chain, ensuring timely delivery of products, with a 98% on-time fulfillment rate.
  • Managed the company's social media and marketing efforts to expand brand awareness, and attract new customers.
  • Managed all company financials.

Universal Banker

Rio Bank
Weslaco , TX
08.2023 - 03.2024
  • Experience providing personalized banking services, processing financial transactions, and advising clients on banking products.
  • Assisted customers with complex issues, such as account discrepancies or loan applications, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
  • Developed and maintained strong customer relationships, providing proactive financial advice, and resolving issues to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Logistics Coordinator

Rio Rico Farms Inc.
Weslaco , TX
12.2021 - 08.2023
  • From "farm to table": Oversaw all aspects of supply chain management.
  • Implemented safety guidelines and regulations required for product management and distribution.
  • Managed all customer accounts in order to minimize or rectify non-payments, delayed payments, and other irregularities.
  • Produced financial reports

Account Executive

Goosehead Insurance Agency
Austin, TX
06.2021 - 09.2021
  • Used consultative sales strategies to effectively overcome client objections, and maximize sales activity.
  • Developed a sales pipeline by cold-calling, canvassing, and obtaining referrals.
  • Increased profitability within accounts by cross-selling additional products.
  • Produced various marketing strategies to increase customer engagement and awareness.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA
05.2021

Skills

  • Hardworking
  • Personable
  • Organized
  • Detail Oriented
  • Self Starter

Affiliations

Brand Ambassador 

  • Anderson Bean, Rios of Mercedes, and Olathe Boots

Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show Covergirl 

  • Served as the primary representative of the RGVLS at various community and promotional events
  • Promoted agribusiness, local farmers and ranchers, and advocated for youth participation in 4H and FFA

References

Michael Gorey, Regional Manager 

Stryker 

michael.gorey@stryker.com

(713) 992-6275

Rodney Kaase, Chief Financial Officer

Rio Rico Farms Inc.

(956) 778-7212

rkaase@aol.com

Michael Fluty, Head Coach

McNeese State University

(337) 309-4648

Courtney Lairson, Social Media, Corporate Sponsorships, & Event Management

Rios of Mercedes, Anderson Bean,

& Olathe Boot Companies

(956) 975-1085

courtney@riosofmercedes.com

Timeline

Account Manager

Stryker Medical
03.2024 - Current

Universal Banker

Rio Bank
08.2023 - 03.2024

Logistics Coordinator

Rio Rico Farms Inc.
12.2021 - 08.2023

Entrepreneur - Cofounder & Owner

Grit Vintage
10.2021 - Current

Account Executive

Goosehead Insurance Agency
06.2021 - 09.2021

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

McNeese State University

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