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Dwight Gilzene

Dwight Gilzene

Houston,TX

Summary

Experienced Sales and Marketing Manager with a proven track record of success. Possesses 7 years of experience in the industry, along with excellent communication skills, a talent for building strong relationships, and a 'hunter's' sales mentality. Adept at working independently or collaboratively to meet project deadlines. Highly motivated and creative, with experience providing executive-level support and internal marketing/sales expertise.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Sales and Marketing Manager

Photofile
New York, NY ( Remote)
05.2018 - Current
  • Generate sales pipeline reports and market forecasting reports; maintain territory/industry plan to ascertain market targets.
  • Build and manage new business relationships and leverage existing tools and contacts to enhance customer growth pipeline.
  • Partner with client solutions and market development professionals to generate and conceptualize client- and vertical-facing strategies.
  • Employ customer success tactics to build long-term customer relationships, develop new business and product sales, and increase market share.
  • Managed sales promotions and marketing strategies on major social media sites.
  • Collaborated with product development teams to create new products that meet customer demands.
  • Maintained relationships with existing clients by ensuring their needs are met on time.
  • Organized events such as conferences, exhibitions, seminars. to promote products and services.
  • Negotiated deals with vendors and suppliers for procuring necessary resources at competitive prices.

Marketing Intern

Duke University Men's Basketball
Durham, NC
08.2017 - 12.2017
  • Created marketing strategies with a team of interns.
  • Assisted in creating written, video, and image content for all social media platforms.
  • Made sure patrons are satisfied with their experiences at games.
  • Found ways to maximize the amount of attendance at games.
  • Organized activities during games to keep fans engaged.
  • Managed a social media project used to increase attendance at a particular event.
  • Used various market research tools and techniques to gather, analyze and interpret data.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify potential opportunities.
  • Developed content and promotional materials for various campaigns.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.

Advertising and Marketing Specialist

KEN HARRIS & ASSOCIATES
Charlotte, NC
05.2016 - 12.2016
  • Developed and directed marketing collateral and social media content to promote Dark Trade book release.
  • Increased awareness about Dark Trade at Johnson C. Smith University and University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
  • Conducted media outreach initiative to recruit local artists, including Rio James, Leandrea Johnson, and Todd Dunley.
  • Pitched to magazine publications to secure advertising placements and collaborated with local high schools to secure sponsorships.
  • Recruited and managed models, photographers, and videographers to maximize success of ROCS JAZZ grand openings commercial.
  • Managed social media accounts for Ken Harris & Associates and ROCS JAZZ by developing social media live marketing strategies.

Wireless Sales Associate

Verizon Wireless
Greensboro, NC
02.2015 - 05.2016
  • Upsold customers by recommending accessories and promotions to increase revenue.
  • Kept customers and other employees up-to-date on latest devices and technology by performing frequent product demonstrations.
  • Demonstrated proficient product knowledge to customers and provided detailed product information.
  • Assisted customers in determining cellular phone needs by asking open-ended questions, clarifying advantages and disadvantages of each product and explaining products by ratings.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.

Education

Master of Science - Marketing Management

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

North Carolina A & T State University
Greensboro, NC
04.2018

Skills

  • Brand-building strategies
  • Sales Strategy
  • Team Leadership
  • Business Development
  • Client Relations
  • Salesforce CRM
  • Account Management
  • Negotiation & Deal Closing
  • Lead Generation
  • Detail-oriented
  • Market Research & Analysis
  • Graphic Design
  • Strategic Planning
  • Social Media Management
  • Sales Tracking
  • Sales Presentations
  • Sales Quota Achievement
  • Business growth and retention

Timeline

Account Sales and Marketing Manager

Photofile
05.2018 - Current

Marketing Intern

Duke University Men's Basketball
08.2017 - 12.2017

Advertising and Marketing Specialist

KEN HARRIS & ASSOCIATES
05.2016 - 12.2016

Wireless Sales Associate

Verizon Wireless
02.2015 - 05.2016

Master of Science - Marketing Management

Syracuse University

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

North Carolina A & T State University

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