Kaitlynn Krause
Dallas,TX
Summary
A results-oriented dynamic individual seeking to explore career opportunities in a wide array of areas in business, strategy, sales, and marketing. Creative forward-thinker with strong work ethic. A knack for embracing new challenges and experiences. Strong communication skills, both written and oral, hard-working, self-motivated, and passionate about continuous improvement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Account Executive
Optomi Professional Services
05.2024 - Current
- Completed an intensive 3-month sales training program focused on mastering the fundamentals of sales techniques, client engagement, and performance metrics.
- Delivered a polished 4-minute elevator pitch in front of a 30-person audience during each training session to demonstrate communication and persuasion skills.
- Consistently met or exceeded weekly performance metrics to remain in the program, which had a competitive graduation process.
- Selected as a program graduate among a cohort where not all participants met the rigorous requirements for completion.
- Connect with clients/companies in the Dallas market to learn about their business needs and problems through phone calls, in-person meetings, coffees, lunches, etc.
- Develop strong partnerships with key clients/companies by informing them who Optomi is and what how we can be the ideal partner for their business needs
- Be the point-of-contact for all hiring needs between the client and recruiting team (interview feedback, updates, coordination, etc.)
- Maintain and constantly develop my book of business through excellent written and verbal communication with clients
Inside Sales Specialist
Apollo Insurance Group
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided personalized consultations to Medicare beneficiaries, assessing their needs and recommending suitable plans.
- Successfully enrolled over 300 clients into Medicare plans, exceeding sales targets by 20%.
- Achieved customer satisfaction through exceptional communication and problem-solving skills.
- Developed strong relationships with clients and referral groups.
- Extensive knowledge of Medicare laws, regulations, and different insurance plans.
- Built collaborative relationships with Apollo leadership, which include strategic planning, project management, policies and procedures, manual development, and new staff training.
- Was awarded as the top sales agent of the year for the most sales on the team.
- Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
Sales and Management Intern
Sherwin Williams
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Attended sales meetings with senior sales representatives
- Worked on a business initiative to "improve Sherwin Williams," then presented it to 100 people
- Marketing/Promotions Customer Relationship Management Business Management
- Assisted in the development of marketing campaigns for increased brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Developed relationships with wide range of employees, customers and vendors.
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining management processes and implementing effective communication strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Marketing
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS05.2023
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, MS Office, Adobe Photoshop, and In design
- Project Planning and Execution
- Leadership Experience
- Customer Service
- Team Work
- Organization
- B2B Sales
- Relationship Building
- Client relationship building
- Pipeline management
- Account management
Accomplishments
- Promoted to Account Executive immediately upon completion of a competitive 3-month sales training program, recognizing outstanding performance and achievement of program metrics.
- Awarded as the top sales agent of the year and had the most sales on the team.
- Exceeding Sales Targets
- Promoted to a leadership role with new hires.
Certification
- Health and Life Insurance Licenses.
- HubSpot Certification.
- Marketing Technology Certification.
- Sports Entertainment Certification.
Timeline
Account Executive
Optomi Professional Services
05.2024 - Current
Inside Sales Specialist
Apollo Insurance Group
06.2023 - 06.2024
Sales and Management Intern
Sherwin Williams
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Health and Life Insurance Licenses.
- HubSpot Certification.
- Marketing Technology Certification.
- Sports Entertainment Certification.
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Marketing
Kansas State University
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