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Donna McPheeters

Birmingham

Summary

20 Years of experience and a proven track record in effectively teaching and training in business and education. As a partner with Junior Achievement, successfully taught entrepreneurship to high school students, empowering them to become innovative thinkers and problem solvers. Additionally, valuable experience as a homeschool teacher for 7 Years, customizing curriculum and meeting the unique needs of each student. Experience working as a volunteer with high school students for 7 years, providing counseling and support.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Client Acquisition Specialist

Prestige Events
07.2022 - 03.2024
  • Developed high school/college athletics and non-profit fundraising programs, with a 150% increase in new clients in the first year.
  • Assisted the CEO in creating and simplifying new growth strategies.

Director

Blue Skies Enterprises Inc.
02.2008 - 08.2022
  • Recruited, onboarded, developed, trained, and supported 120+ Health/Wellness retail small business owners/1700+ customers for the Southeast and West Coast, producing $2.7 million in sales within first 18 months. #1 Recruiter, company-wide.
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth. Led individual and team coaching to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Consulted for business-owners part-time.


Client Acquisition Specialist

AccessDx Labs
10.2015 - 05.2021
  • Increased company revenue, through recruitment and development of high-profile healthcare clients in a rapid-growth company, with a 120% increase in new clients. client relationships with executive and operational leadership.
  • Provided subject matter training for executive and operational leadership.
  • Increased candidate/client recruiting pipelines 250%, over three years.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.

Director

Artesient Executive Search
03.1995 - 02.2008
  • Managed and performed sourcing, recruiting and placement of executive search candidates for diverse client base, to include Accenture, Deloitte, Paramount Studios, Macy's, Nestle USA and PepsiCo. Increased efficiency and impact of placement process by 46%.
  • Trained clients on the strategy of attracting exceptional candidates, resulting in 96% placement rate and 92% placement retention rate.
  • Implemented sourcing strategies to discover top talent in competitive markets.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to both candidates and clients, fostering long-term partnerships.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing/Merchandising

Auburn University
Auburn, AL

Certification Program in Systems Management -

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA)
Los Angeles, CA

Skills

  • Organization Skills
  • Group and Individual Instruction and training
  • Public Speaking
  • Interpersonal and Social Skills
  • Student Motivation and Engagement
  • Positive Role Model and Mentor

Timeline

Senior Client Acquisition Specialist

Prestige Events
07.2022 - 03.2024

Client Acquisition Specialist

AccessDx Labs
10.2015 - 05.2021

Director

Blue Skies Enterprises Inc.
02.2008 - 08.2022

Director

Artesient Executive Search
03.1995 - 02.2008

Bachelor of Science - Marketing/Merchandising

Auburn University

Certification Program in Systems Management -

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA)
Donna McPheeters