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GILLIAN GRIFFEN

Tucson,AZ

Summary

Business Development and Project Management Specialist who builds strong, dedicated client relationships and partnerships that are built on trust. Executive with an entrepreneurial spirit who leads companies to growth and market differentiation with a record of generating new business opportunities and developing lucrative partnerships. Proven track record of implementing the necessary business development strategies to accomplish breakthrough sales objectives while creating unique market-entry strategies, managing business relationships, building credibility, and establishing immediate rapport with potential clients.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Recruiting & Project Account Manager

Robert Half Talent Solutions
11.2019 - Current

Demonstrated exceptional leadership by overseeing Tucson division, resulting in a phenomenal growth rate of 120% within two years.

  • Account Management for Office Team Division for recruiting & Staffing, reporting on its performance. Updated current and designing new recruiting procedures.
  • Keeping track of recruiting & staffing metrics (e.g. conversions and cost-per-hire). Updated current and design new recruiting procedures.
  • Preparing status reports by gathering, analyzing, and summarizing relevant information.
  • Establishing effective project communication plans and ensuring their execution & implementing sourcing methods.
  • Delegate project tasks based on junior staff members’ individual strengths, skill sets and experience levels. Selected well-matched candidates to fulfill client needs and satisfaction.
  • Conducting post-project evaluation and identifying successful and unsuccessful project elements.
  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless project execution and successful delivery.
  • ERP project oversight.
  • Enhanced financial reporting accuracy through diligent data analysis and reconciliation efforts.

District Manager

ADP Inc.
04.2020 - 02.2022

Awarded President Club Award for FY 2021 & 100% Club

  • Increased district sales by implementing effective marketing strategies and fostering strong relationships with key partners.
  • Maintained payroll information by designing systems, directing the collection, calculation, and entering of data.
  • Updated payroll records by reviewing and approving changes in exemptions, insurance coverage, savings deductions, and job titles, and department/ division transfers.
  • Current knowledge of payroll procedures and related laws & excellent understanding of multi-location payroll and taxes & ensured compliance with applicable laws and payroll tax obligations.
  • Forecasted sales and set successful policies to achieve monthly quota. Exceeded sales targets (20 %) with motivational approaches focused on continuous improvement and strategic goal attainment.
  • Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
  • Partnered with sales team members and leveraged strong negotiation skills. to close large deals with lucrative clients.

Marketing Director & Sales Leadership

Regency Specialties
06.2018 - 11.2020

Generated over $400k in Sales & Services

  • Extensive knowledge of MOHS Surgery technique and EMPs
  • Boosted brand awareness by developing and implementing strategic marketing campaigns.
  • Developed and implemented marketing plans, including promotional calendars and programs, new product introductions, and other marketing projects
  • Cultivated and maintained relationships with physicians, at clinics, Primary Care, Dermatology, and research institutions (Banner, Mayo, and CTCA)
  • Developed and managed marketing budgets, sales forecasting and product branding plans
  • Established and grew target market shares & monitored costs and budgets
  • Conducted customer, brand, and product research initiatives
  • Offer expert advice to develop innovative advertising, public relations, social media, and events
  • Negotiated with healthcare partners to guarantee advantageous contracts
  • Worked with new business development team and sales teams on service initiatives, product knowledge, and development
  • Managed agency providers, consultants, freelancers, and other suppliers, including contract negotiation and management.

Business Devlopment

Restoration HQ-Contract Role
12.2018 - 06.2019

Exceeded sales targets by 25% within six-months

  • Closed high-value contracts with key clients, resulting in a revenue increase of 10%.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with key clients, ensuring repeat business and customer loyalty.
  • Conducted regular client meetings to understand their HVAC needs and provided tailored solutions.
  • Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities and potential clients.
  • Implemented effective lead generation strategies, resulting in a significant increase in the sales pipeline.
  • Utilized CRM (Customer Relationship Management) tools to track and manage customer interactions and sales activities.

Research Specialist & Data Analyst

University of Arizona
04.2015 - 06.2018
  • Developed and executed HPLC, UV and dissolution test methods for non-routine raw materials and finish products
  • Conducted raw material analyses, performing tests using FTIR and GC instrumentation, developed policies and procedures, conducted trouble shooting
  • Cross examined avian species, identifying carotenoid pigments
  • Interpreted data, analyzing results using statistical techniques
  • Developed and implemented data analyses, data collection systems and other strategies that optimized statistical efficiency and quality
  • Acquired data from primary or secondary data sources and maintained databases
  • Reviewed proposals and presentations to ensure compliance with laboratory protocols and standards.

Marketing & Business Development

Images SalonSpa
12.2008 - 06.2016


  • Made effective decisions when presented with multiple options for how to progress with the projects.
  • Managed a team of marketing professionals, achieving significant improvements in brand awareness and lead generation.
  • Interviewed, hired and trained salon staff in procedure, policy and health regulations.
  • Brand Recognition Marketing, B2B/ B2C Marketing, Content Marketing, Inbound Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Affiliate Marketing, & Personalized Marketing.
  • Enhanced company revenue through strategic business development initiatives and partnerships.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Ecology And Evolutionary Biology

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Biology

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
05.2018

Associate of Science - Applied Science

Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ
05.2015

Associate of Arts - Art

Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ
05.2014

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Market Research
  • Research & Analysis
  • Training & Development
  • Project Management
  • RFP's
  • CRM
  • HPLC Operation
  • IHC & multiplex protein platforms
  • Statistical Modeling(R-Programming, MATLAB)
  • Microsoft Products (Excel, Word, Publisher, Outlook, PowerPoint, OneNote, Office, Access)
  • Technical Sales & Support
  • Estimating and Cost Control
  • Resource Monitoring (GIS, Pivot Tables, Spreadsheets)
  • Target Account Selling, Value Vision Selling, Solution Selling, Consultative Selling, MEDDIC Selling
  • Pharmaceutical Sales/Medical Device Sales
  • HR and Payroll Software
  • CRM (Salesforce, Hubspot, Monday)
  • Digital Marketing Inbound/Outbound Marketing Content Marketing Growth Marketing B2B Sales/Brand Marketing, Marketing Automation
  • NEPA, EPA, Environmental Knowledge
  • Natural Resources & Sustainability
  • Oracle Systems
  • Risk assessment

Strength & Expertise

  • Project Management
  • Business Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Financial Reporting
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Team Leadership Communication
  • Research & Analytics

References

references upon request

Timeline

District Manager

ADP Inc.
04.2020 - 02.2022

Senior Recruiting & Project Account Manager

Robert Half Talent Solutions
11.2019 - Current

Business Devlopment

Restoration HQ-Contract Role
12.2018 - 06.2019

Marketing Director & Sales Leadership

Regency Specialties
06.2018 - 11.2020

Research Specialist & Data Analyst

University of Arizona
04.2015 - 06.2018

Marketing & Business Development

Images SalonSpa
12.2008 - 06.2016

Bachelor of Science - Ecology And Evolutionary Biology

University of Arizona

Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Biology

University of Arizona

Associate of Science - Applied Science

Pima Community College

Associate of Arts - Art

Pima Community College
GILLIAN GRIFFEN