Turvo (Collaboration & Visibility Platform)
Janna Montgomery
Creative Business Specialist + Sales Professional
Fernandina Beach,FL
Summary
Creativity and strategy are at the core of my work, where I combine my experience in logistics, operations, and business development with a strong passion for design. Over four years in the freight brokerage industry, I’ve developed a proven ability to manage high-value client needs and foster long-term partnerships with major manufacturers. Thriving in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, I’ve consistently integrated creativity into my work and am now eager to direct that energy toward design. Whether optimizing operations, shaping brand identities, or producing digital content, I bring a unique balance of artistic vision and strategic insight to deliver results.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Freelance Creative Product + Sales
The Local Edit
Amelia Island, FL
11.2024 - Current
- Implemented creative merchandising strategies to increase product visibility and boost sales.
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs for different local companies.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
- Designed eye-catching event collateral, contributing to successful fundraising campaigns and increased event attendance.
- Created logos and branding materials for various clients, which increased brand recognition and customer engagement.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of design trends, ensuring modern and appealing creations.
- Created visual concepts for special events that increased participant engagement.
- Elevated customer satisfaction by personalizing graphic design solutions.
AIRBNB Co-Property Manager
Self-employed
Amelia Island, FL
10.2024 - Current
- Improved overall guest experience with thoughtful touches such as welcome baskets and personalized notes upon arrival.
- Customized homes in accordance with luxury and quality standards, continuously surpassing guest expectations.
- Planned and executed marketing activities to improve property brand and increase revenue.
- Elevated outdated living spaces into modern environments that reflected current trends while adhering to clients' preferences.
- Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials, and products.
- Increased property value through strategic interior renovations tailored to market trends.
- Revamped spaces with creative and functional design concepts, enhancing aesthetic appeal and usability of interiors.
Freight Brokerage Account Executive
Patriot Logistics
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Built and nurtured strong client relationships through precise pricing strategies, effective negotiations, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service, driving long-term partnerships and customer loyalty
- Achieved exceptional sales results, ranking among the top 3 brokers for generating new business margin, by strategically onboarding a portfolio of high-value manufacturers within a single fiscal year
- Exceeded annual targets by utilizing targeted prospecting techniques and a consultative selling approach to secure high-value accounts and provide tailored, value-driven logistics solutions
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for expansion into new territories or industries, presenting findings to senior leadership for strategic planning purposes.
- Spearheaded a complete marketing and branding overhaul, developing a cohesive visual identity that elevated the company's professional image and market presence.
- Designed and executed high-impact marketing materials, including company presentations, sales decks, branding documents, and business cards, ensuring consistent and compelling brand messaging.
Senior Logistics Account Executive
Holman Freight Company
TUSCALOOSA, AL
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Balanced competing priorities within a fast-paced environment while maintaining focus on achieving long-term objectives related to cost reduction, efficiency improvements, and enhanced customer service levels.
- Delivered exceptional client service by resolving issues promptly and maintaining open lines of communication throughout the shipment process.
- Prepared comprehensive reports on logistics performance indicators for senior management review and decision-making purposes.
- Conducted regular client meetings to discuss ongoing projects, address concerns, and gather feedback for continuous improvement initiatives.
- Secured new business opportunities through targeted marketing efforts and industry networking events.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, reducing overall operational expenses for the department.
- Used CRM software to record customer interactions and track general sales activities for review and follow-up.
- Performed cold-calling and follow-ups with leads to secure new revenue.
- Prepared pricing agreements and contracts to close sales.
- Networked at events and by phone to expand business profits and revenues.
- Managed sales plan activities and product launches resulting in expanded revenues and branding.
Logistics Account Manager
Taimen Transport
Chattanooga, TN
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Ranked in the top three brokers company-wide for new business revenue and profit margins.
- Made 50+ cold calls daily, driving lead generation and customer base growth.
- Secured high-value accounts through strategic email marketing, fueling
revenue growth. - Built strong relationships with carriers, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure
seamless service. - Maintained detailed records of shipments, invoices, and customer
communications for accurate reporting and decision-making
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Environmental Sciences
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL 01.2017 - 12.2019
Associate of Science -
Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL 08.2014 - 12.2016
Skills
Graphic Design (Canva, Adobe Suite)
Branding & Visual Identity
Marketing Strategy & Campaigns
Sales & Client Relationship Management
Digital Content Creation
Social Media & E-Commerce Marketing
Presentation & Sales Deck Development
Project Management & Coordination
Team collaboration
Organizational skills
Customer engagement
Certification
Canva Essentials Certificate
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
Freight Brokerage Highlights:
- Business Card Designs Adopted Nationwide
- Led Branding Overhaul
- Secured Major Accounts Through Strategic Client Presentations
- Increased Client Retention with Customized Materials
- Designed Marketing Materials for High-Value Contracts
- Improved Company-wide Communication with Design Assets
- Created Strategic Visual Content for Client Proposals
- Implemented a Successful Digital Marketing Strategy
- Enhanced Sales Collateral for New Client Acquisition
- Redesigned Operational Reports for Better Client Engagement
AIRBNB Co-Property Manager Highlights:
- Maintained a Consistent 5-Star Rating
- Ranked in the Top 10% of Airbnb Listings
- Earned the “Guest Favorite Home” Distinction
Quote
I find that the harder I work, the more luck I seem to have.
Thomas Jefferson
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementCompany CultureSoftware
Tai (TMS)
McLeod Software (TMS)
Graphic Design (Canva, Adobe Suite)
Affiliations
- Transportation Intermediaries Association
- Women in Trucking
Interests
Painting
Tennis
Timeline
Canva Graphic Design Essentials Certificate
12-2024
Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) New Broker Course
12-2024
Canva Essentials Certificate
11-2024
Freelance Creative Product + Sales
The Local Edit
11.2024 - Current
AIRBNB Co-Property Manager
Self-employed
10.2024 - Current
Freight Brokerage Account Executive
Patriot Logistics
05.2024 - 01.2025
Senior Logistics Account Executive
Holman Freight Company
02.2023 - 05.2024
Logistics Account Manager
Taimen Transport
01.2021 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Human Environmental Sciences
The University of Alabama
01.2017 - 12.2019
Associate of Science -
Florida Gulf Coast University
08.2014 - 12.2016