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Overview
Work History
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Accomplishments
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BusinessDevelopmentManager

Edward Conrad

VP Business Development
Summerville,SC

Summary

Proven leader in business development with a track record of driving global expansion and enhancing customer engagement for Forbes Media LLC and other key players. Skilled in negotiations and data-driven decision-making, I've spearheaded initiatives that significantly improved operational efficiency and market share. Expert in cultivating strategic partnerships and leading cross-functional teams to exceed objectives. Driven Business Development Executive with career history in multi-state distributed businesses and proven skill in hiring, developing and retaining high-performance teams. Motivating leader with strengths in building strategic relationships to support key business initiatives. Highly skilled in change management, management transition, and merger integration. Offering excellent interpersonal and communication skills and experience managing matrixed organizations.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President of Business Development Logistics

Complete Mailing Service
Brooklyn, NY
11.2013 - Current

As VP of Business Development, I oversee key strategic initiatives & project management for all key customers including;

  • Domestic & International mail/packages. Rates/regulations.
  • Formulated custom solutions for clients based on their unique requirements, resulting in enhanced satisfaction levels.
  • Enhanced customer retention by providing exceptional service and support throughout the client lifecycle.
  • Collaborated closely with product development teams to ensure offerings met evolving customer needs and demands.
  • Streamlined operational processes, reducing costs while maintaining high-quality standards across all departments.
  • Developed strategic partnerships for increased revenue generation and market growth.
  • Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
  • Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.

Vice President of Business Development E-Commerce

Shiplogx
02.2021 - 02.2022

Developed Domestic & Global e-commerce fulfillment business called Shiplogx for CMS.

  • Negotiated contracts with key clients, securing long-term commitments and favorable terms.
  • Formulated custom solutions for clients based on their unique requirements, resulting in enhanced satisfaction levels.
  • Managed cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Collaborated closely with product development teams to ensure offerings met evolving customer needs and demands.
  • Enhanced customer retention by providing exceptional service and support throughout client lifecycle.
  • Expanded market share by identifying and securing new business opportunities.
  • Spearheaded initiatives to target untapped markets, diversifying client base substantially.
  • Identified business development challenges and customer concerns for proactive resolution.

Vice President of Business Development

Axis Global Logistics
04.2013 - 11.2013
  • Negotiated contracts with key clients, securing long-term commitments and favorable terms for the company.
  • Formulated custom solutions for clients based on their unique requirements, resulting in enhanced satisfaction levels.
  • Collaborated closely with product development teams to ensure offerings met evolving customer needs and demands.
  • Enhanced customer retention by providing exceptional service and support throughout the client lifecycle.
  • Expanded market share by identifying and securing new business opportunities.
  • Implemented data-driven approaches to optimize lead generation efforts, resulting in higher conversion rates.
  • Streamlined operational processes, reducing costs while maintaining high-quality standards across all departments.
  • Identified key areas for improvement within the organization by conducting thorough analyses of internal processes and systems.
  • Identified business development challenges and customer concerns for proactive resolution.
  • Identified and pursued valuable business opportunities to generate new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.

Director of Worldwide Distribution/Postal Affairs

Forbes Media LLC
08.1981 - 05.2012
  • Management of company's domestic and international postal/distribution operations. ($61 Million)
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
  • Implementation of global distribution networks for Forbes, in U.S. Europe and Asia.
  • Worked closely with the USPS.
  • Expert Knowledge of postal rates/regulations
  • My strategic, logistical planning and expertise helped create a world-class distribution system for Forbes that is still used today.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.

Skills

Customer Engagement

Global Business Expansion

Vendor Management

Operations Management

Industry Networking

Relationship building and management

Negotiations

Training and mentoring

Issue Resolution

Operations

Process Improvement

New Business Development

Accomplishments

Honors & Awards


  • Received the Partnership and Support award from the GNYPCC ( Greater New York Postal Customer Council) in appreciation for continued commitment to making the GNYPCC one of the best in the country.


  • Won the USPS 2008 Partnership for Progress Award along with members of the Mailers Technical Advisory Committee. This prestigious award was given in recognition of ongoing advice, assistance, and expertise to the USPS.


  • Innovator Award Innovator Award Issued by IDE Alliance · Mar 2002 Issued
  • Received the Innovator Award from IDE Alliance, the International Digital Enterprise Alliance, recognizing creativity and leadership in improving productivity and marketing responsiveness in mailing services.

Affiliations

  • Mailers Technical Advisory Committee (MTAC)
  • Postal Customer Council

Interests

New Life Community Church: Chairman of the Deacons 2014/21

Calvary Chapel Summerville: Security Team 2023-Present

Timeline

Vice President of Business Development E-Commerce

Shiplogx
02.2021 - 02.2022

Vice President of Business Development Logistics

Complete Mailing Service
11.2013 - Current

Vice President of Business Development

Axis Global Logistics
04.2013 - 11.2013

Director of Worldwide Distribution/Postal Affairs

Forbes Media LLC
08.1981 - 05.2012
Edward ConradVP Business Development