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Connor Smith

Connor Smith

Marketing Specialist
Schaumburg,IL

Summary

Multi-talented Marketing Specialist enthusiastic about applying diverse skills to all areas of marketing. Flexible team player knowledgeable about both traditional and digital marketing strategies.

Overview

2
2

Years of professional sales/marketing experience

3
3

Years of professional baseball

4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Business Development Specialist

Miha Bodytec USA
Addison, IL
05.2022 - Current
  • Planned marketing initiatives and leveraged referral networks to promote business development.
  • Expanded customer base by identifying needs, developing solutions and delivering client-centered products.
  • Responded to customer inquiries promptly and professionally to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinated with sales and operational teams to verify alignment of marketing initiatives with company goals.
  • Attended industry events and trade shows to promote brand and build relationships with potential customers.
  • Developed marketing materials, collaborating with colleagues to maintain consistent brand voice.
  • Monitored trends in social media, industry, and competitive landscape to create new material.
  • Updated social media platforms with latest news and corporate details.
  • Identified appropriate marketing channels and target customers for campaigns.
  • Researched and evaluated potential new markets and products.
  • Teamed with advertising agencies and outside consultants to develop strategic marketing plans.
  • Tracked key performance indicators to measure success of campaigns.

Baseball Instructor

Athletes HQ
Elgin, IL
05.2022 - Current

•Created and organized progressive training program for each specific position.

• Supervised and coordinated staff, assessing program details and experts in each role.

• Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.

• Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.

• Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.

• Assisted clients with developing strategies to manage stress and increase productivity.

Baseball Instructor

Baseball Heaven
Midland, MI
04.2015 - 04.2022
  • Created and organized professional training program for each specific position and age group
  • Coached players on specific position requirements such as infield and hitting
  • Planned exercise regiments targeting individual needs and enhancing personal results
  • Modeled appropriate behavior on and off field
  • Evaluated tapes of competition matches to asses' strategies and plan counter approaches
  • Increased player strength, agility, and game skills through successful practices
  • Used technology for analytic purposes within training

Private Baseball Instructor

Peak Performance Training Center
Bay City, MI
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Coached and organized progressive training program for each specific position
  • Coached players on specific position requirements such as infield and hitting
  • Reacted to unwarranted changes in player status, team success and personal performance with adaptability
  • Modeled appropriate behavior on and off field Conducted 3 practices each week focused on developing high-performance and well-rounded players
  • Planned exercise regiments targeting individual needs and enhancing personal results
  • Increased player strength, agility, and game skills through successful practices
  • Introduced games and drills, which helped students to better develop skill levels
  • Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations
  • Promoted proper stretching, warmups, and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries
  • Evaluated tapes of competitive baseball games to asses' strategies and plan counter approaches

Professional Baseball Player

Cleveland Indians Baseball
Cleveland, OH
06.2018 - 04.2021
  • Established excellent teamwork and strong work ethic by promoting camaraderie
  • Effectively communicated with diverse group of athletes, coaches and game officials using dynamic listening and open-minded questioning skills
  • Played shortstop and second base positions for successful professional team in competitive and demanding environment Volunteered to participate in various charitable events attracting members of public for Miracle League program
  • Attended all practices, meetings, and workouts on time
  • Managed time effectively while traveling for games, attending practices, and taking classes
  • Worked with coaches and trainers to understand and implement improvement strategies
  • Used many different types of analytical programs to maximize individual performance
  • Interacted professionally with press, fans, and individuals from other teams

Volunteer Services

The Miracle League Of Lake County
Eastlake, OH
03.2019 - 08.2019
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
  • Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.

Education

BBA - Marketing

Northwood University
Midland, MI
08.2019 - 05.2022

Marketing

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
08.2015 - 05.2018

Skills

  • Sales Expertise
  • Market Trend Analysis
  • Competitor Review
  • Data Analysis
  • Digital Marketing
  • Online Content Development
  • Market Research Expertise
  • Business Negotiation
  • Customer Demographics
  • Project Management
  • Marketing Material Design
  • Marketing Analytics
  • Marketing Campaign Strategy
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Brand Strategy
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Google Suite
  • IT Systems
  • Brand Strategy
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Google Suite
  • IT Systems

Accomplishments

  • Worked directly with Mayo Clinic for research and brand awareness.
  • Consumer Research - Effectively executed new marketing outlines based on market research data collected to reflect consumer interest on both tactical and strategic levels.
  • Drafted in 2018 by the Cleveland Indians.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Interests

Fishing

Boating

Sports

Timeline

Business Development Specialist

Miha Bodytec USA
05.2022 - Current

Baseball Instructor

Athletes HQ
05.2022 - Current

Private Baseball Instructor

Peak Performance Training Center
05.2021 - 08.2021

BBA - Marketing

Northwood University
08.2019 - 05.2022

Volunteer Services

The Miracle League Of Lake County
03.2019 - 08.2019

Professional Baseball Player

Cleveland Indians Baseball
06.2018 - 04.2021

Marketing

Western Michigan University
08.2015 - 05.2018

Baseball Instructor

Baseball Heaven
04.2015 - 04.2022
Connor SmithMarketing Specialist