Harold Bone

Dynamic and accomplished professional with extensive experience in driving business growth through strategic content creation, marketing campaigns, and successful sales initiatives. Proven ability to develop and execute innovative marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and increase customer engagement. Adept at leveraging market trends and consumer insights to deliver impactful content and drive revenue growth. Strong track record of building and nurturing client relationships, consistently exceeding sales targets, and achieving exceptional customer satisfaction. Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, combined with a passion for delivering high-quality results. A motivated self-starter with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to achieving excellence in all endeavors. Committed to continuous learning and staying abreast of industry trends to deliver exceptional performance in a rapidly evolving marketplace.

• Master Mason, Morning Star Masonic Lodge, 01/01/15, Present
• Wisconsin Shriners Mini Car Secretary, 01/01/22, 10/01/2024
• Volunteer Youth Sports Coach, Stateline YMCA, 01/01/15, Present
• Den Leader, Cub Scouts Pack 620, 01/01/18, 01/01/20
• Member of the Board of Directors, WADR Janesville Community Radio, 01/01/15, 01/01/18
• Sports Director, WAAC Public Access Channel, 01/01/04, 01/01/10

• Sports Editor, Rockton-Roscoe News, Roscoe, IL, 01/01/22, Present, Develop unique and comprehensive content for the Roscoe, IL area on bi-weekly basis, emphasizing strong interviewing skills with coaches, players, and key stakeholders., Enhance stories while consistently meeting deadlines in fast-paced environment., Manage news stories, assets, and resources as frontline manager, ensuring quality, speed, and accuracy of storytelling., Act as editorial gatekeeper, upholding integrity by meticulously attending to all elements of story, including words, information, facts, and data., Approve and initiate edits on significant stories to ensure delivery of timely, comprehensive, and accurate copy., Assign necessary revisions and conduct thorough reviews of top stories for accuracy and completeness., Ensured accuracy, consistency, and appropriateness of materials through extensive research, precise writing, meticulous editing, and thorough proofreading., Supported writers in improving brand voice and core writing quality, contributing to the productivity and success of operations.
• Data Enrichment/Asset Specialist, ABC Supply Inc, Beloit, WI, 01/01/20, Present, Curate factual and visually appealing assets for showcasing on ABC Supply Point of Sale tool and eCommerce website., Conduct thorough audits of visual materials, paying close attention to detail to ensure customer and employee satisfaction., Apply data analysis skills to identify patterns and provide recommendations for growth and expansion., Achieved significant improvements in goal management and guidance by strategizing, implementing, and assessing priorities, long-term objectives, and internal operating policies and procedures., Successfully developed and maintained performance-driven marketing campaigns and reporting, resulting in the creation of innovative campaigns and the measurement of their impact and return on investment (ROI)., Demonstrated exceptional analytical skills by devising, executing, and evaluating the efficiency of marketing strategies, conducting continuous trend analysis, and investigating root causes at a granular level to explain variations.
• Ecommerce Data Integrity Administrator, Blain’s Supply Inc, Janesville, WI, 01/01/18, 01/01/20, Crafted engaging product descriptions with a keen focus on SEO and SEM optimization for diverse selling platforms., Designed customized landing pages aligned with brand identity to drive revenue growth., Played integral role in interpreting data, detecting trends and patterns, and providing actionable recommendations to optimize campaign effectiveness., Played key role in multiple analytic projects, particularly in conducting spend analysis to assess and enhance marketing efficiency., Proactively stayed updated on algorithmic modifications, quickly understanding their impact on the business and determining necessary adjustments to ensure sustained growth., Delivered concise and regular performance reports, providing valuable insights to propose optimization and expansion strategies.
• Customer Service Representative, Ariens Specialty Brands, Janesville, WI, 01/01/17, 01/01/18, Demonstrated expertise in product and service inquiries to attract and retain prospective customers., Cultivated strong customer relationships, fostering loyalty and retention through exceptional customer experiences., Enhanced awareness of potential new products and services by effectively collecting and analyzing customer data., Provided valuable recommendations and guidance to customers regarding products and services that aligned with organizational sales objectives., Actively contributed to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and suggesting process enhancements.
• Underwriting Sales Director, WADR Janesville Community Radio, Janesville, WI, 01/01/16, 01/01/18, Collaborated with volunteers and Board of Directors to achieve annual revenue targets, ensuring alignment with station's mission, charter, policies, and goals., Built strategic relationships with potential sponsors and donors to secure funding opportunities., Introduced creative initiatives and identified new business prospects to drive fundraising efforts and surpass revenue goals., Worked closely with the Board to develop comprehensive annual fundraising plans and budgets, optimizing resource allocation.
• Co-Owner, Highlight Zone LLC, Mosinee, WI, 01/01/06, 01/01/15, Engaged with internal and external clients to discuss project scope, desired outcomes, and goals, while offering enhancements, suggestions, and best practices to improve efficiency., Demonstrated videography and video editing skills by successfully executing and producing highlight video packages for both team and individual athletes., Consistently maintained high design standards by generating exceptional and unique designs., Leveraged expertise in design, branding, layout, composition, and theory to effectively communicate intended messages through print and digital projects., Cultivated and fostered valuable relationships with new and existing clients and vendors, resulting in growth opportunities and revenue generation exploration.