Kate Anderson
Seattle,WA
Summary
Dynamic business and journalism professional looking for a position that puts helping people first. Skilled in relationship building, interpersonal skills, and understanding client's needs. Open-minded and will add positivity and perspective to any team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Territory Account Representative
Trex Company
06.2022 - Current
- Successfully managed 90+ retail accounts in 4 different states including Washington, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska
- Grow and maintain over $20 million dollar territory
- Hosted marketing initiatives with local accounts to create/maintain marketing impressions and promote Trex
- Used executive-level communication skills to present products and services to existing and potential customers
- Consistently met or exceeded sales quotas and goals through relationship-building
- Identified and qualified outbound opportunities such as client projects, customer needs, market opportunities through cold outreach, and sourcing new leads to drive growth for the sales organization
- Built and maintained alignment and positive partnerships with Sales and Marketing to meet objectives
- Supported product commercialization activations and promotions to drive pull-through sales with key partners
- Leveraged Salesforce to track and manage sales activities and customer information
- Fostered new growth by identifying potential clients and closing on partnerships.
- Train new Territory Account Representatives and take initiative in group activities.
Multimedia Director
Thread Magazine,
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Filmed and edited photo shoots and fashion shows
- Organized other videographers to cover events and work together to keep everything running smoothly
- Worked behind the scenes with coordination at fashion shows and events
Florist Manager
Ohio University Jefferson Market
09.2018 - 05.2022
- Trained eight new employees in customer service, arrangement processes, and production.
- Design and arrange flower bouquets/vases at various price points to keep inventory stocked.
- Planned and carried out marketing campaigns for holiday-specific items.
Branch manager
Student Painters, YEAA | Lorain County
01.2019 - 07.2021
- Hired and managed two paint crews and a marketing team
- Mentored new managers for the company as well as teach them new sales skills
- Created activities, events and incentives for two paint crews.
- Sold and produced over $80,000 worth of work, completing over 60 jobs
- Averaged over 40% sales rate by using sales skills learned while doing over 115 quotes
- Completed payrolls for all 11 employees biweekly for the entire summer
Assistant Editor Intern
City Scene Media Group
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Wrote articles about various arts, sports, and events in the greater Columbus area.
- Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
- Selected and edited photos for use in diverse projects.
- Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members, and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
Culture Writer and Multimedia
The Post
01.2021 - 05.2022
Baker, Cashier
Kiedrowksi’s Bakery
12.2015 - 09.2021
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Journalism -
Ohio University, College of Business, E.W. Scripps School of Journalism
Athens, OhioThe Ralph And Lucy Schey Sales Centre
Athens, OhioStudy Abroad - International Business
Universidad De Belgrano
Buenos Aires Study Abroad - French Language And Literature
Lycee International
Ferney VoltaireSkills
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Relationship building
- Mentoring
- Education and Training
- Territory Development
- Continuous Improvement
- Best Practices
Volunteering
I began volunteering with Seattle Outreach Program helping unhoused people receive items they need.
I will soon be volunteering with Ballard Youth Soccer Club.
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Territory Account Representative
Trex Company
06.2022 - Current
Assistant Editor Intern
City Scene Media Group
01.2022 - 05.2022
Multimedia Director
Thread Magazine,
12.2021 - 05.2022
Culture Writer and Multimedia
The Post
01.2021 - 05.2022
Branch manager
Student Painters, YEAA | Lorain County
01.2019 - 07.2021
Florist Manager
Ohio University Jefferson Market
09.2018 - 05.2022
Baker, Cashier
Kiedrowksi’s Bakery
12.2015 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Journalism -
Ohio University, College of Business, E.W. Scripps School of Journalism
The Ralph And Lucy Schey Sales Centre
Study Abroad - International Business
Universidad De Belgrano
Study Abroad - French Language And Literature
Lycee International
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