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Christina Young

Cusseta,GA

Summary

Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 20 years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Office Manager

Sky Motors LLC
Lake City, Ga, GA
03.2003 - 04.2010
  • Managed $500,000 boutique luxury car dealerships inventory.
  • Managed all aspects of luxury car internet sales.
  • Secured and processed all loan and title work for car sales.
  • Cultivated and maintained strategic alliances with key partners and vendors.
  • Managed communication during shipping with international clients.
  • Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.

Director of Sales and Marketing

Magic Moments Inc.
Norcross, GA
04.1998 - 02.2005
  • Managed all aspects of 100s wedding annually at full service special event facilities Flint Hill and The Atrium in Norcross, GA 1998 to 2003
  • Managed all aspects of 100 weddings annually at the historical full special events facility in Roswell, GA 2003-2005
  • Managed and hired sales team and event managers and event staff
  • Hired and trained and developed training material for all Wedding Directors
  • Developed personal relationships and customized each wedding with advantage budget of $20,000 +
  • Managed Bridal Shows showcase vendors and upsell
  • Managed sales promotions and marketing strategies
  • Identified weaknesses in existing marketing campaigns to develop pragmatic solutions within budgetary constraints.
  • developed marketing plans for the international bridal community
  • Directed sales and marketing management staff in successful use and development of business plans and strategies.
  • Developed value-added campaigns and executed technical solutions to streamline and improve marketing efficiencies.
  • Suggested innovative ideas to increase sales and improve customer experience.
  • Evaluated market data to develop and create business strategies and marketing plans for upselling all departments - Food and Beverage, Pastry and Floral Design
  • Identified prospects' needs and developed appropriate responses along with suitable information on products and services.
  • Drove sales by developing multi-million dollar contract sales.
  • Developed positive, performance-based internal sales and marketing culture to include mentoring staff

Director of Sales

Winston Hotels
Alpharetta, GA
02.1991 - 08.1998
  • Develop and cultivate relationship with local business community
  • Evaluated costs against expected market price points and set structures to achieve profit targets.
  • Volunteer for projects that support local community
  • Directed sales support staff in administrative tasks to help sales reps close deals.
  • Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
  • Investigated competitive landscape to maintain currency on market and anticipate negative business impacts.
  • Formulated and presented innovative strategies to team members, executives and customers to build foundation for successful sales plans.
  • Documented processes and drafted SOPs to comply with regulations and company policies.
  • Hampton Inn - Morrow Ga
  • Hampton Inn - Perimeter planned all sales and marketing for hotel opening during 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta
  • Homewood Suites - Alpharetta planned all aspects of sales and marketing for hotel opening
  • Achieved dramatic sales increase by skillfully managing relationships and proactive sales approaches
  • Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty and enhancing operations

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration Concentration Marketing

Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC
08.1987 - 12.1989

Skills

Project Management

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Accomplishments

Alpharetta Convention & Visitor Bureau - Founding Board Member, served as President of the Board 2nd year old operation.


Sheltering Arms Early Education and Family Centers - Atlanta, GA served on the board for two years


HOPE Shelter Clayton County, GA served as board member


Leadership Clayton - graduate

Timeline

Office Manager

Sky Motors LLC
03.2003 - 04.2010

Director of Sales and Marketing

Magic Moments Inc.
04.1998 - 02.2005

Director of Sales

Winston Hotels
02.1991 - 08.1998

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration Concentration Marketing

Winthrop University
08.1987 - 12.1989

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