Jayde Wilmes
Bozeman
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in developing growth strategies and enhancing operational efficiency. Led a team at Wildrye Distilling to consistently hit sales targets through innovative marketing strategies and client collaboration. Skilled in content creation and social media platforms, adept at driving engagement and optimizing ROI. While working in travel design and sales at Off the Beaten Path I have consistently been top of sales and learned to navigate Salesforce and EMS.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Designer
Off the Beaten Path Travel
Bozeman, MT
11.2024 - Current
- Developed customized travel itineraries based on client preferences and budgetary requirements.
- Cultivated relationships with travel vendors to secure competitive pricing and exclusive offers.
- Researched destinations and travel trends to provide insightful recommendations for clients.
- Streamlined booking processes through implementation of efficient systems and tools.
- Coordinated group travel arrangements, ensuring seamless experiences for all participants throughout the journey.
- Exceeded sales targets consistently by utilizing persuasive communication skills and in-depth product knowledge.
- Participated in company-sponsored travel experiences to gain firsthand knowledge of destinations, enhancing service quality and credibility with clients.
Freelance Writer
Edible Bozeman, Cannabis Now
Bozeman, MT
02.2020 - Current
- Researched and wrote articles for a variety of publications.
- Collaborated with editors and designers on various projects.
- Created original copy for websites, brochures, newsletters, promotional materials, and more.
- Proofread copy to check grammar, punctuation, spelling, syntax, and organization of material.
- Generated ideas for new stories or topics to write about.
DIRECTOR OF SALES AND MARKETING
Wildrye Distilling
Bozeman, MONTANA
05.2019 - 11.2024
- Reviewed and analyzed data collected through sales numbers, supplier requests and direct customer contact
- Followed up with sales leads, answering questions and improving service
- Facilitated sales campaigns by tracking data to generate performance reports
- Developed market penetration and promotional effort strategies to improve sales and customer satisfaction
- Drove sales by designing and implementing targeted marketing strategies
- Evaluated customer demand and identified trends to adapt to changing consumer landscape
- Determined price schedules and discount rates
- Managed sales team to consistently achieve growth and hit sales targets
- Represented company at trade association meetings to promote products
- Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service
- Oversaw regional and local sales managers and staffs
Fundraising Coordinator
Montana State University Alumni Association
Bozeman, MT
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws related to charitable giving.
- Developed strategies for increasing online donations through crowdfunding platforms.
- Created custom presentations highlighting the organization's mission and impact stories for use during donor meetings.
- Managed donor databases, tracked donations, and generated reports on fundraising activities.
EVENTS AND SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
Zesty Beverages
Bozeman, MONTANA
01.2016 - 05.2018
- Generated content ideas to engage target audiences and increase followers
- Managed daily posts across social media platforms to increase Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram engagement
- Built and ran social media campaigns, aligning with corporate brand strategy
- Maintained social media calendar, supporting brand identity while tapping into seasonal moments and appropriate trends
- Managed special events, sponsorship of races, parties introducing new products, and other activities to gain public attention through media
ART GALLERY MANAGER
Cello
Bozeman, MONTANA
05.2014 - 05.2016
- Managed own accounts and projects, worked within budget, and scheduling requirements
- Developed strategies for incorporating new technologies into existing workflows
- Determined objectives, budget, background information and presentation approaches, styles, and techniques
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - LITERATURE AND PHILOSOPHY
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT05.2018
Skills
- Developing Growth Strategies
- Collaborating With Advertisers
- Client Needs Evaluation
- Sales Pipeline Development
- Promotions and Marketing Strategies
- Social Media Platforms
- ROI Optimization
- Tradeshow Management
- Operational Efficiency
- Creative Collaboration
- Content Creation
- Research
- Print media
- Client collaboration
- Client relationship building
- Travel research
Websites
Certification
Cicerone Level One
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Travel Designer
Off the Beaten Path Travel
11.2024 - Current
Fundraising Coordinator
Montana State University Alumni Association
08.2022 - 06.2024
Freelance Writer
Edible Bozeman, Cannabis Now
02.2020 - Current
DIRECTOR OF SALES AND MARKETING
Wildrye Distilling
05.2019 - 11.2024
EVENTS AND SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
Zesty Beverages
01.2016 - 05.2018
ART GALLERY MANAGER
Cello
05.2014 - 05.2016
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - LITERATURE AND PHILOSOPHY
Montana State University