Bennett Potter
Tulsa
Summary
High-performing, motivated, and detail oriented when it comes to all aspects of goals at hand. Graduate in graphic design with experience in marketing, networking and public relations. Adept in creating strong relationships and ensuring the highest quality of work, dedication and communication. Collaborative and committed to fully engaging through leadership, teams, clients, and the community.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Inside Sales Coordinator
HiCorp Inc.
01.2024 - Current
- Increased customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate product information.
- Streamlined the sales process for improved efficiency through diligent follow-ups and timely communication with clients.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to increased repeat business and referrals.
- Collaborated closely with outside sales representatives to ensure smooth transactions and coordination of efforts.
- Maintained detailed records of client interactions, tracking their needs and preferences for future reference.
Director of Community Engagement
Student Veterans Association: University Of Tulsa
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated directly with the university and SVA to build connections and relationships that benefit the community and ad depth to our organizations involvement.
- Promoted events and activities, creating all advertising including website updates, flyers, social media, and a QR code for donations directly to the SVA.
- Recruited through awareness and bridged a connection to new student veterans by reaching out to mentor and establish any needs or concerns.
- Increased the number of veteran alumni participation through events and social meetings.
- Developed community engagement programs and gathered participant feedback that directly influenced future initiatives.
Lead Designer/Embroider
HiCorp
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Built corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements in logos and branding for advertising and promotional purposes.
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive library of design assets for easy access and reuse.
- Created logos for major corporations; printed and installed advertising signs for oil companies.
- Market research to identify customer needs and preferences for customer-centric designs to display on company apparel, items, display and advertisements.
Restaurant Manager
Headpinz Entertainment Center
05.2017 - 10.2019
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
- Lead over 30 employees to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Guaranteed the highest customer satisfaction by engagement and strong communication between staff leading to an increase in positive reviews online.
Squad/Team Leader
US Army
12.2013 - 05.2017
- Selected for early promotion 6 months prior to the time of consideration for strong leadership, efficiency, and communication skills.
- Coached and developed between 12 to 20 subordinates to ensure they were prepared for high risk operations.
- Worked effectively under extreme pressure and time lines to strategically achieve the required goal.
- Submitted and was selected out of thousands of entries for an organizational award design for a coin that is given to all Purple Heart recipients and employees who display excellence.
- Served as a company armor where I was responsible for cataloguing and maintaining millions of dollars worth of equipment.
- Selected to serve as the acting senior leader when a vacancy occurred; Led a unit of 36 personnel during a critical training/readiness mission.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design, Marketing
University of Tulsa
Tulsa, OK05.2023
Marketing Courses
University of Tulsa
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design, Human Resources, Marketing
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05.2013
Skills
- Client Engagement
- Teamwork/Leadership
- Time Management/Working Under Pressure
- Marketing/ Public Relations
- People Interaction/Networking
- Adobe Suite InDesign/Illustrator/Photoshop
- Microsoft Office/Excel/Power Point/Word
- Administering Social Media Accounts
- Community Involvement
- Strategy Development
Accomplishments
- Commissioned to create a catalog for Cardialine, 2022
- Published art work in a local magazine. -Stylus of Tulsa, 2023
- One of three students competitively chosen to be on the Tulsa Design Team
- 20+ pieces of work displayed in numerous shows and exhibits
- Deans list every semester at TU
- Earned the Army Achievement Medal for outstanding service
Timeline
Inside Sales Coordinator
HiCorp Inc.
01.2024 - Current
Director of Community Engagement
Student Veterans Association: University Of Tulsa
01.2022 - 05.2023
Lead Designer/Embroider
HiCorp
01.2020 - 05.2021
Restaurant Manager
Headpinz Entertainment Center
05.2017 - 10.2019
Squad/Team Leader
US Army
12.2013 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design, Marketing
University of Tulsa
Marketing Courses
University of Tulsa
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design, Human Resources, Marketing
Florida State University
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