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Catherine Tracey

Syracuse,NY

Summary

Results-driven sales professional with more than 30 years of experience with the finesse and expertise to handle any sales challenge. Focused on consistently exceeding quotas and dedicated to pursuing and converting new leads into sales. Energetic, team player with excellent communications skills, and the passion for building impactful customer relationships.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Sales Executive

Cumulus Media Inc
09.2022 - Current
  • Increase sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic sales plans tailored to client needs.
  • Quickly establish solid relationships with key clients through effective account management and consistent communication.
  • Expand market presence by identifying new business opportunities and successfully close deals.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that meet customer needs, resulting in higher customer satisfaction, and continued sales for both parties.
  • Negotiate and close profitable sales contracts with new and existing customers to increase loyalty and retention.
  • Create and implement successful sales campaigns to drive leads and increase sales.
  • Identify client business needs by gaining understanding of their goals and objectives to develop advertising solutions
    • Deliver multi-platform, integrated sales presentations to negotiate and close broadcast and digital clients
    • Develop and manage marketing plans and strategies to increase brand visibility and market share
    • Excel at prospecting and aggressively seeking new clientele by networking, cold calling, canvassing, referrals, etc.
    • Follow procedures for preparing orders, resolving billing issues, submitting sales reports, pipeline lists, and forecasts

Sales & Communication Specialist

Eastwood Litho
01.2016 - 08.2022
  • Generated $675K in print and promotional item sales two years in row.
  • Provided consultative sales techniques that delivered optimal service and products.
  • Established another source of revenue for company by implementing ePublishing.
  • Enhanced brand awareness by developing and executing strategic communication plans.
  • Spearheaded email marketing campaigns that drove substantial traffic to website while maintaining low bounce rates.
  • Served as trusted advisor to senior leadership on matters. related to internal messaging during times of organizational change.

Senior Sales Representative

QMC Commercial Printing
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Implemented new revenue stream by creating, designing, editing, and selling brand-new magazine for Northeast Dairy Association, which ultimately improved their distribution channels.
  • Increased sales revenue by building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients.
  • Implemented CRM systems to efficiently track client interactions and enhance customer service.
  • Mentored junior sales representatives, improving overall team performance and productivity.
  • Enhanced client loyalty by providing personalized support and addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Developed new territories for expansion, resulting in increased market share.

Executive Sales Director

Reader's Digest; Readersdigest.com
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Proven experience in Northeast, providing clients and agencies with strategic creative media solutions as multi-platform marketing partner.
  • Responsible for over $3MM in print and digital revenue.
  • Broke new business from: Blue Buffalo, Poise, Schiff (MegaRed, Airbourne, Move Free & Vitamins) Chathem (Gold Bond), Abbott(FreeStyle), Green Mountain Coffee, CVS, frontline, OneMain Financial, Lunesta, Energizer, Purdue Pharma (Colace, Senokot), Allegra, Milk Pep, to PBS.
  • Sold multi-media platform to OneMain Financial, Abbott(FreeStyle) & Salonpas.

Digital Account Manager

EHarmony; EHarmony.com Singles & Advice, ProjectWedding.com, Weddingbee.com, Mommie & Me
01.2009 - 01.2010

Exceeded year's goal by over 27%.

Broke 16 accounts; 10 of which were in first 3 months; Anguilla Tourist Board, Kerala Tourism, Alfred Angelo, Blue Nile, David's Bridal, Disney, Kodak, Tacori, Target, Vera Wang.

  • Increased client satisfaction by developing and implementing strategic digital marketing campaigns tailored to their needs.
  • Contributed to company revenue growth by upselling additional digital services to existing clients based on their specific needs and goals.
  • Optimized clients'' online presence through continuous monitoring, analysis, and adjustment of digital marketing strategies.

Executive Fashion Director

Conde Nast Publications; Modern Bride, Modernbride.com, Brides.com, Elegant Bride and YOUR PROM, YOUR PROM.com
01.2005 - 01.2009
  • Reached sales quota for year within 10 months.
  • Attended fashion shows throughout country.
  • Managed and grew couture and mass brands; Alyce Designs, Anjolique, Badgley Mischka, Birnbaum & Bullock, Kirstie Kelly, Kwiat, Cartier Reem Acra, Romona Keveza, Vista Prints.
  • Increased brand recognition by developing and executing innovative marketing campaigns for fashion products.
  • Strengthened relationships with key industry partners through effective networking and collaboration opportunities.

Director of Consumer Products

House & Garden, Houseandgarden.com
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Exceeded 2006 and 2007 quotas
  • New business broke: BR-111, Corian, Ekornes, GE Appliances & Lighting, Hunter Douglas, and Kahlua.
  • Drove business expansion by identifying new markets, conducting research, and developing targeted marketing campaigns.
  • Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.

Account Manager

Meredith Publications;Country Home & Renovation Style, Home Solution Sales
01.2001 - 01.2005
  • Exceeded quota in 2002, 2003 and 2004.
  • Appointed Home Solutions Sales Person for following accounts: Bulova, Harden, Hunter Douglas, Miele, MI Home Products, Waverly, Wear-Dated Upholstery.
  • Successfully brought in $6 million in revenue for Meredith Publications in 2003 through Home Solutions.
  • New business broke: Country Home including American Standard, Gallo, Lutron, Miele, Natuzzi, NKBA, and Office Depot.
  • Increased existing business for Country Home for following accounts: Armstrong and KitchenAid.

Education

Associates Degree/Journalism -

Morrisville College
Morrisville, NY
05.1988

Attended/Public Communications -

Buffalo State College
Buffalo, NY

Skills

    Hard Skills

  • Written and verbal communication
  • Negotiation
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Flexibility
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking
  • Product Knowledge
  • Prospecting
  • Closing
  • Goal driven
  • Soft Skills

  • Integrity
  • Empathy
  • Willingness to learn new things

Timeline

Senior Sales Executive

Cumulus Media Inc
09.2022 - Current

Sales & Communication Specialist

Eastwood Litho
01.2016 - 08.2022

Senior Sales Representative

QMC Commercial Printing
01.2014 - 01.2016

Executive Sales Director

Reader's Digest; Readersdigest.com
01.2011 - 01.2013

Digital Account Manager

EHarmony; EHarmony.com Singles & Advice, ProjectWedding.com, Weddingbee.com, Mommie & Me
01.2009 - 01.2010

Director of Consumer Products

House & Garden, Houseandgarden.com
01.2006 - 01.2007

Executive Fashion Director

Conde Nast Publications; Modern Bride, Modernbride.com, Brides.com, Elegant Bride and YOUR PROM, YOUR PROM.com
01.2005 - 01.2009

Account Manager

Meredith Publications;Country Home & Renovation Style, Home Solution Sales
01.2001 - 01.2005

Associates Degree/Journalism -

Morrisville College

Attended/Public Communications -

Buffalo State College
Catherine Tracey