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Courtney R. Little

Courtney R. Little

Roselle,NJ

Summary

Adaptable professional with 20+ years of experience. Proactive attitude and quick learner. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Licensing Manager

Springer Nature Technology And Publishing Solutions
New York, NY
01.2024 - Current

Springer Nature is a world-leading provider of information solutions that help you make better decisions, deliver better care, and sometimes make groundbreaking discoveries in science, health, and technology.

  • Enhanced client experience by addressing concerns with expertise and warmth
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.

Large Account Licensing Manager

Springer Nature Technology And Publishing Solutions
New York, NY
08.2016 - 12.2023
  • Execute an account strategy; Monitor the stability of key accounts, i.e
  • Market share, market image, financial liability, IT infrastructure; Execute consistent sales standards and tools; Create and analyze monthly reports, document sales results and forecasts; prepare and conduct effective sales presentations, trainings; Coordinate events and participation - tradeshows, conferences, Elsevier events, etc
  • Manage portfolio of academic institutions totaling $35+ Million in sales annually
  • Increased YOY Sales by average of 5 to 6% from 2017 through 2021
  • Over achieved on target by 5% in 2018, 7% in 2019 and 12% 2020
  • National leader in key product sales for 3 years

Lead Client Consultant

All Season Contractors INC
Jersey City, NJ
06.2015 - 07.2016

All Season Contractors, Inc., A locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home with the utmost care and concern!

  • Attend regular construction site visits and produce ongoing construction monitoring reports; pre- construction engineering assessments and document reviews; perform property condition assessments (physical needs assessments); and will build relationships with existing and potential Clients
  • Review and assess construction and architectural agreements, plans and specifications, hard cost budgets and construction schedules, etc
  • Conduct walkthrough surveys of existing buildings to assess condition of major systems and prepare estimated costs to remedy building conditions

Large Account Manager

Elsevier
New York, NY
01.2012 - 02.2015

Elsevier is a global information analytics company that helps institutions and professionals progress science, advance healthcare and improve performance.

  • Execute an account strategy; Monitor the stability of key accounts, i.e
  • Market share, market image, financial liability, IT infrastructure; Execute consistent sales standards and tools; Create and analyze monthly reports, document sales results and forecasts; prepare and conduct effective sales presentations, trainings; Coordinate events and participation - tradeshows, conferences, Elsevier events, etc.
  • Manage portfolio of academic institutions totaling $20+ Million in sales annually
  • Increased YOY Sales by more than 10% for 2013 and 2014
  • Over achieved on target by 15% in 2014

Associate Account Manager

09.2007 - 12.2011
  • Execute an account strategy; Monitor the stability of key accounts, i.e
  • Market share, market image, financial liability, IT infrastructure; Execute consistent sales standards and tools; Create and analyze monthly reports, document sales results and forecasts; prepare and conduct effective sales presentations, trainings; Coordinate events and participation tradeshows, conferences, Elsevier events, etc
  • In 2011 achieved 103% of total revenue target by August, including 116% of total eBooks goal
  • In 2010 successfully renewed 5 year ScienceDirect agreement in the state of Mississippi worth over $3M annually
  • In 2010 successfully converted 3 of Mississippi's 4 largest research institutions to Scopus

Store Manager

Verizon Wireless
East Brunswick, NJ
09.2006 - 09.2007

Verizon Wireless is recognized as the nation's leading provider of mobile communications by Consumer Reports and J.D

  • Power and Associates
  • Develop, train, motivate, and coach sales team to produce desired high performance results
  • Assess individuals and team performance and initiate development plans to narrow competency gaps
  • Analyze staffing needs of the store and provide hiring and promotion decisions
  • Maintain and grow existing customer base and manage churn
  • Ensure that customers and prospective customers are treated with the highest levels of courtesy and professionalism
  • Resolve escalated customer complaints in a timely and empathetic manner
  • Remain current on all wireless products and services, industry and competitive trends, and reinforce findings with the team
  • Consistently ranked as one of the top 3 Kiosk locations in gross adds in the entire Northeast Area
  • In only 6 months developed 4 employees that have been promoted to higher positions within the company
  • Ranked #1 in the zone in 2 of the last 3 quarters for operational auditing

Senior Sales Rep/Sales Supervisor 2006

03.2006 - 09.2006
  • Lead store/kiosk in sales, accessories, handsets, enhanced services, and customer renewals
  • Drive both individual and team sales performance results by proactively implementing sales techniques and sharing with the team
  • Responsible for thorough knowledge of all kiosk functions
  • Remain current on all wireless products, services, industry and competitive trends
  • Attend all applicable training/meetings
  • Team consistently ranked #1 in YOY growth from March 2006 through September 2006
  • Lead all Circuit City locations in gross add and contract renewal attainment for 4 months
  • Helped implement new merchandising standards for store displays that remain today

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Journalism and English,African American Studies

Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ
08.2016

Skills

  • Organizational
  • Leadership
  • Assessing Outcomes
  • Strategic Planning
  • Collaborating Effectively with Business Partners
  • Adjusting to a Fast-Changing Environment
  • Conducting Statistical Analysis
  • Establishing standards and processes that enhance quality
  • Relationship Management
  • Remote Office Availability
  • Critical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Public Speaking
  • Excellent Communication

References

  • Justin, Rose, Dean for Faculty Recruitment, Development, and Diversity, Rhodes College, PhD.
  • David, Campbell, Owner, All Season Contractors INC.
  • Kelechi, Okere, Global Sales Director, Elsevier

Affiliations

  • Global Chair of Springer Nature's Black Employee Network.
  • Lead Deacon at Chosen Generation Ministries

Accomplishments

  • 2024 - Promoted to Senior Licensing Manager at Springer Nature
  • 2023 - Top Databases Sales Achieved Globally at Springer Nature
  • 2023 - Top Archives Sales Achieved Globally at Springer Nature
  • 2017 - Newcomer of the Year at Springer Nature

Timeline

Senior Licensing Manager

Springer Nature Technology And Publishing Solutions
01.2024 - Current

Large Account Licensing Manager

Springer Nature Technology And Publishing Solutions
08.2016 - 12.2023

Lead Client Consultant

All Season Contractors INC
06.2015 - 07.2016

Large Account Manager

Elsevier
01.2012 - 02.2015

Associate Account Manager

09.2007 - 12.2011

Store Manager

Verizon Wireless
09.2006 - 09.2007

Senior Sales Rep/Sales Supervisor 2006

03.2006 - 09.2006

Bachelor's Degree - Journalism and English,African American Studies

Rutgers University
Courtney R. Little