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Franziska Hillstrom

Franziska Hillstrom

Scottsdale,USA

Summary

I am a seasoned professional with a passion for driving innovation and fostering meaningful connections in the realm of brand partnerships and marketing. With a diverse background in research, brand marketing, and emerging technologies, I bring a unique perspective to every project I undertake. My journey has been shaped by a relentless pursuit of insights and opportunity, culminating in a doctorate in medical engineering and extensive experience managing projects and teams. As a Project Manager, I have honed my skills in resource management, budget allocation, and client relations, consistently delivering exceptional results. My collaborative nature and commitment to excellence have been instrumental in forging successful partnerships with consumer brands and industry leaders. I thrive in dynamic environments where creativity and innovation are valued, and I am eager to leverage my expertise to drive forward-thinking strategies and initiatives. I am now seeking an opportunity to join a forward-looking company that shares my vision for the future, where I can continue to make a meaningful impact and contribute to the success of innovative projects.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Project Manager Market Research

The Olinger Group
05.2016 - 12.2024
  • Collaborated closely with research team to facilitate both qualitative and quantitative research endeavors
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals
  • Managed resources, budget allocations, project timelines, and ensuring exceptional client journey
  • Primary liaison between clients and research specialists, ensuring that every client received a bespoke, high-quality experience, characterized by meticulous attention to detail and unwavering support

Director, Brand Partnership Research & Insights

Beverage Marketing Association
06.2015 - Current
  • Oversaw collaborative ventures with consumer brands and their marketing allies to cultivate profound insights, disseminate actionable strategies, and facilitate the seamless execution of cutting-edge sponsorship and advertising initiatives
  • Orchestrated BMA's flagship industry event, eBev, encompassing speaker and sponsor recruitment, meticulous venue selection, and precise event operations management
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.

Head of Brand Insights

Companies Vs Climate Change
01.2016 - 12.2017
  • Companies Vs Climate Change (CvCC) is a media and events company that exists purely to help businesses see and capture the truly justifiable value of addressing the global emergency that is climate change
  • Engaged with leading corporations to better understand reciprocal values that can drive them to address climate change; identifying tangible opportunities for brands to affect change at scale
  • Played instrumental role in coordinating distinguished speakers and securing valuable sponsorships for highly acclaimed annual flagship conference

Lecturer

Anglia Ruskin University; Department of Engineering and the Built Environment
09.2011 - 05.2015
  • Preparing and delivering curriculum (lectures, assignments, and testing) in: Research & Communications, New Product Development via Computer Aided Design & Drawing, Engineering Mathematics, Stress & Dynamics, and IT.
  • Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.

Education

Ph.D. - Biomedical Engineering

Anglia Ruskin University
United Kingdom
01.2015

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Anglia Ruskin University
United Kingdom
09.2010

High School Diploma -

Ernst-Ludwig-Schule
Germany
06.2007

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Project Management
  • Event Management
  • Customer Service
  • Salesforce
  • Zoho
  • ZoomInfo
  • Mondaycom
  • CATIA
  • Abaqus
  • SolidWorks
  • Mimics
  • Vicon Nexus
  • Visual 3D
  • Autodesk Inventor

Publications

  • Mootanah, R., Imhauser, C., Reisse, F., Carpanen, D., Walker, R.W., Koff, M.F., Rozbruch, S.R., Fragomen, A.T., Kirane, Y., Cheah, K., Dowell, J.K. & Hillstrom, H.J. Invited for Publication, following MIA2012 award, in press, "Development and Verification of a Computational Model of the Knee Joint for the Evaluation of Surgical Treatments for Osteoarthritis", Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering. Impact Factor: 1.573.
  • Mootanah, R., Imhauser, C., Reisse, F., Carpanen, D., Walker, R.W., Cheah, K., Dowell, J.K., Lenhoff, M., Koff, M. & Hillstrom, H.J. 2012, "Knee joint contact mechanics in a malaligned limb: an integrated finite element and in vitro study", Journal of Biomechanics, vol. 45, Supplement 1, no. 0, pp. S388.

Accomplishments

  • September 2015: The Ruskin Medal for the most impactful PhD dissertation in 2015 awarded by the Anglia Ruskin University, Chelmsford, UK.
  • April 2012: Mimics Innovation Award 2012, Mootanah, R., Imhauser, C., Reisse, F., Carpanen, D., Walker, R.W., Koff, M., Lenhoff, M., Dewan, Z., Rozbruch, R., Fragomen, A., Kirane, Y., Cheah, K., Dowell, J.K. and Hillstrom, H.J., Development and Verification of a Computational Model of the Knee Joint for the Evaluation of Surgical Treatments for Osteoarthritis”, Materialise World Conference 2012, 18-20 April, Leuven, Belgium.

Other Qualifications

  • International English Language Testing System, British Council, Germany
  • Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, United Kingdom
  • First Aid Certification
  • Trainer Certification (tennis)

Languages

German
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary

Hobbies and Interests

  • Rugby
  • Judo
  • Netball
  • Tennis
  • Following major sports leagues
  • Exploring new music and attending concerts
  • Coaching Rugby and Tennis

References

  • Chanttel Allen, Chief Operating Officer, The Olinger Group, 1215 Prytania Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130, USA, 504-296-8861, callen@olingergroup.com
  • Meg Girvin Scott, Director of Research Operations, The Olinger Group, 1215 Prytania Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130, USA, 206-920-7837, mscott@olingergroup.com
  • Howard J Hillstrom, PhD, Director, Leon Root, MD Motion Analysis Laboratory, Hospital for Special Surgery, 535 East 70th Street, New York, NY, 10021, USA, 212-606-1507, 212-606-1215, hillstromh@hss.edu
  • Seth Hillstrom, Executive Director, Beverage Marketing Association, 484-329-0344, seth@bmaglobal.org

Work Availability

monday
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thursday
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morning
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

RemoteOn-Site

Important To Me

Personal development programsWork from home optionCareer advancement

Timeline

Project Manager Market Research

The Olinger Group
05.2016 - 12.2024

Head of Brand Insights

Companies Vs Climate Change
01.2016 - 12.2017

Director, Brand Partnership Research & Insights

Beverage Marketing Association
06.2015 - Current

Lecturer

Anglia Ruskin University; Department of Engineering and the Built Environment
09.2011 - 05.2015

Ph.D. - Biomedical Engineering

Anglia Ruskin University

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Anglia Ruskin University

High School Diploma -

Ernst-Ludwig-Schule
Franziska Hillstrom