Austin Tu 涂明維
Los Angeles
Summary
High-energy professional with a track record of exceeding targets in fast-paced, client-facing environments. Quick learner who thrives on building rapport, capitalizing on opportunities, and creating value for partners and clients. Looking to leverage strong communication skills and a competitive drive in a business development, sales, or hospitality role with room for growth. I have dual-citizenship with the United States and Taiwan, and am open to come back and work in Taiwan.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Brand Partnerships
Anvara - Tech-Driven Sponsorship Marketplace
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Secured partnerships with Fortune 500 companies, including Morgan Stanley, Brex, and J.P. Morgan, driving platform growth and expanding enterprise-level client portfolio
- Sourced and accessed 200+ partnership leads weekly, conducting preliminary due diligence with 33% outreach conversion rate
- Spearheaded strategy and rollout of NYC activation with 15,000+ attendees, analyzing engagement metrics and cost efficiency
- Built pitch decks and financial models to evaluate partnership pricing, contract value, and projected ROI to ensure alignment
Account Manager
Veerus Leads - Lead Generation Network
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Drove 150% revenue growth over six months through strategic account management, upselling initiatives, and business growth
- Acquired 30+ new affiliate partners through multi-channel outreach, including industry conferences, digital marketing campaigns, and targeted email prospecting
- Cultivated strong client relationships through proactive communication and ongoing support, achieving 95% partner retention rate
- Optimized partner performance by analyzing conversion metrics and providing actionable insights to improve campaign effectiveness, while exploring new verticals for optimization
Marketing Intern
Rick Caruso Campaign For Mayor
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Drove top-of-funnel growth with 250+ interactions daily, cultivating new relationships as well as managing existing ones
- Analyzed market data and audience segments to refine messaging strategies, improving engagement metrics by 15% through A/B testing and optimized content delivery
- Conducted qualitative and quantitative research on community priorities, compiling findings into actionable insights, informing strategic positioning and communications
D2D Salesman
Mission Pest Control
04.2020 - 08.2020
- Exceeded sales quota by 120%, earning recognition for work ethic and reliability in a metrics-driven environment
- Thrived in a high-rejection environment by staying relentless, adapting to customers quickly, and overcoming objections until close
- Executed 200+ daily door-to-door engagements across San Diego County, balancing focus and composure through rejections
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
University of Southern California
12.2025
Skills
- Technical Skills: Project Management, Strategic Partnerships, Market Research, Data Analysis, Digital Advertising Platforms, CRM
Skills & Interests
Languages: English (Fluent), Chinese (Conversational), Spanish (Intermediate)
Timeline
Brand Partnerships
Anvara - Tech-Driven Sponsorship Marketplace
07.2025 - 10.2025
Account Manager
Veerus Leads - Lead Generation Network
12.2022 - 10.2023
Marketing Intern
Rick Caruso Campaign For Mayor
08.2022 - 11.2022
D2D Salesman
Mission Pest Control
04.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
University of Southern California
Skills & Interests
Sports, Fashion, Modeling, Ticket-Brokering, WEB3, Poker, Traveling, Watches