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Aria McClain

White Bear Lake,MN

Summary

Results-driven sales and account management professional with a strong background in client relations, consultative selling, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven success in driving client retention, resolving escalated issues, and supporting revenue growth through strategic communication and tailored solutions. Adaptable team player with a passion for learning and mentoring.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Manager

Dynata
10.2024 - 06.2025
  • Increased client satisfaction by building strong relationships and addressing their needs promptly.
  • Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely communication and effective problem resolution.
  • Successfully resolved escalated issues, preventing potential loss of valuable clients while maintaining positive relationships with all parties involved.
  • Collaborated with sales team to identify potential upsell opportunities and expand client base.
  • Negotiated contract terms with clients, securing favorable agreements for both parties.

Conference Sales Account Manager

Gartner
10.2023 - 10.2024
  • Communicate with diverse C-Level Executives, build rapport and long-term relationships, and achieve conference sales metrics weekly.
  • Educate sales prospects on conference benefits, conduct research on customer business needs & initiatives, deliver conference solution demonstrations, and upsell team sends to generate higher deal size and revenue.
  • Track and manage sales data, customer accounts, and consultations using SalesLoft, CASPR & Client Connect CRMs.
  • Identify business development opportunities and coordinate with the sales team to develop presentations, qualify leads, and develop sales strategies for the territory

Peer Mentor

Gartner
01.2024 - 10.2024
  • Guide new hires through onboarding processes, ensuring a smooth integration to the sales team
  • Provide one-on-one mentoring, offering personalized feedback and strategies for improvement

Life Sciences Staffing Consultant

Beacon Hill Life Sciences
06.2022 - 09.2023
  • Conducted phone screenings and reference checks
  • Formulate and post job openings on platforms such as Indeed, LinkedIn Recruiter & ZipRecruiter.
  • Communicate with Account Managers to determine requirements for each job opening
  • Manage 10+ job postings at a time, monitoring responses from applicants
  • Conducted initial background checks on applicants
  • Negotiate salaries on behalf of candidates, and make arrangements for start dates

Education

Marketing Major, Professional Sales Minor

Winona State University
Winona, MN
05.2022

Skills

  • Active Listening
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving

Timeline

Account Manager

Dynata
10.2024 - 06.2025

Peer Mentor

Gartner
01.2024 - 10.2024

Conference Sales Account Manager

Gartner
10.2023 - 10.2024

Life Sciences Staffing Consultant

Beacon Hill Life Sciences
06.2022 - 09.2023

Marketing Major, Professional Sales Minor

Winona State University