A consummate leader who excels in a fast pace business environment motivating and inspiring teams to exceed performance goals and objectives. My extensive background in digital marketing, customer relationship management (CRM) and strategic planning brings an unmatched commitment to the success of an organization’s immediate and long-term business strategies for growth and profitability.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Client Success
Ansira (Formerly Sincro)
03.2021 - 03.2024
Led a team of 12 website technical support and content creation specialists, resulting in a 98% increase in client satisfaction scores
Coached team members in identifying best practices to enhance and improve clients’ websites
Spearheaded the development of goal-setting sessions with team members
Effectively established a culture of high performance by providing clear expectations, resolved major escalations, gave ongoing feedback, and coaching team members
Conducted annual reviews and assess feedback in determining team member compensation
Key Highlights & Accomplishments
Led separate support teams for Ford and Nissan, ensuring they consistently met service level agreements (SLAs), resolved escalations, implemented daily initiatives and collaborated with senior account managers to deliver on OEM requirements
Increased customer retention to 98% by developing and implementing a strategic outreach program for dealers without designated account managers. This initiative exceeded the company benchmark of 95%
Website Performance Manager
Sincro (Formerly CDK)
01.2020 - 03.2021
Managed the website performance of a portfolio of 35 General Motors (GM) dealerships across 12 states including high level markets like New York and Georgia. This role required collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure optimal website functionality and user experience
Analyzed website traffic, time spent on page, click-through rate, and leads generated. Implemented data-driven strategies to improve website performance which resulted in increased traffic and engagement metrics
Partnered directly with dealerships and sales managers to develop and implement strategic digital marketing plans focused on customer engagement and driving sales through the websites
Utilized strong relationship-building skills to retain GM dealership accounts. Proactively researched client needs and addressed them collaboratively with internal stakeholders like general managers and marketing managers
Key Highlights & Accomplishments:
Acquired leadership experience through generating reports to monitor the status of the team's open items as well as leading team meetings during the absence of a primary manager
Developed and implemented customized promotional pop-ups for a GM dealership in South Carolina, successfully eliminating 50% of the previous year's inventory
Account Manager II
CDK Global
05.2016 - 01.2020
Managed a portfolio of 50+ General Motors (GM) dealerships across the southeastern United States, identifying lucrative market opportunities in the market; created personalized packages and implemented digital platforms. This resulted in increased revenue, operational growth and long-term client viability for both the dealership and the company
Analyzed key performance indicators (KPIs) and website traffic data to understand consumer needs and preferences to increase engagement
Generated and reviewed client market research reports by tracking industry trends and consumer insights that supported future business development initiatives
Utilized resources to direct dealerships to the appropriate business groups to resolve issues related to inventory management, invoicing and pricing
Key Highlights & Accomplishments:
Mentored new Account Managers as part of the Mentor Committee, contributing to the development of department training materials
Led a collaborative presentation to a GM dealership (including SEO, technical support, sales, and graphic design teams), resulting in a successful transition to the VADEN Group. This streamlined support for a multi-dealer franchise, ensuring a smooth onboarding experience
Assistant Director of Admissions
The Art Institute of Michigan
05.2012 - 05.2016
Collaborated with a team of 13 educational representatives to optimize the admissions process. This included developing training for new staff on resolving student concerns outside of pre-defined scripts, ensuring a positive and well-informed experience for all prospective students
Led engaging campus tours and coordinated over 10 individual appointments weekly with prospective students. Theses interactions allowed for in-depth explanations of the benefits of associate and bachelor degree programs
Key Highlights & Accomplishments:
Increased enrollment by 38% within six months through strategic recruitment initiatives, including high-impact seminars for prospective students on program requirements and financial aid options. This resulted in over 40 new students enrolling annually across various degree programs
Leveraged personal relationships with educaton professionals to generate a 10% increase in student inquiries. This proactive approach effectively relayed information about our school and its programs to students interested in careers within the arts, generating a strong pool of prospective students
Sales Representative
KRAFT FOODS
05.2008 - 05.2012
Led the successful delivery of our organization’s value proposition to major retailers like Meijer, Wal-Mart, and Kroger resulting in a significant sales increase of $1.5M within 13 months
Analyzed key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure optimal product fulfillment while minimizing excess inventory
Collaborated with senior executives and merchandisers to develop impactful marketing and product placement strategies, ensuring our products were prominently featured and effectively promoted withing major retail stores
Key Highlights & Accomplishments:
Demonstrated a strong track record of exceeding sales targets, consistently delivering weekly revenue between $30,000 and $35,000