Katie Davoren
Olathe
Summary
District manager prepared for success in a variety of sales operations. Strong background in contributing to team collaboration, driving sales metrics and achieving concrete results. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and effective communication. Reliable, adaptable, and focused on meeting organizational and personal goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate District Manager
ADP
07.2024 - Current
- Built and maintained relationships with over 60 clients and 90 certified public accountants in the Kansas City area to ensure satisfaction, retention and referrals
- Identified and pursued new business opportunities and prospects in order to achieve sales targets
- Provided accurate information and recommendations to customers based on in depth product knowledge of different platforms, features and benefits
- Successfully hit 6-month performance benchmark on schedule in January 2025
- Surpassed sales targets by reaching 113% YTD for FY2025 with several months remaining to continue exceeding goal
Student Shadow to Ethicon Sales Representatives
Olathe Medical Center
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Observed the use of medical devices in laparoscopic and robotic surgeries during live surgeries, debriefing with an Ethicon representative
- Gained knowledge of Ethicon’s extensive product portfolio
- Engaged in relationship building with healthcare professionals to proactively learn about needs and build rapport
Bartender
Jayhawk Cafe
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Managed several orders and accompanying financial transactions at once in a fast-paced environment
- Attentively assessed customer needs and preferences to ensure a positive customer experience
- Promptly addressed customer concerns in a fast-paced environment using active listening and problem-solving skills
- Ensured an efficient and organized work environment by keeping track of all transactions with customers
Marketing Intern
Lovetaly
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Developed marketing strategies to increase engagement with a target demographic, resulting in increased participation with an arts nonprofit that specializes in restoration
- Enhanced company communication with funders and younger markets by developing a media campaign, writing web content and redesigning a company website
- Networked and built relationships with business owners, supervisors and community members through in-person and virtual meetings
Education
Bachelor - Strategic Communication With Marketing
The University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas05.2024
Skills
- Goal setting and performance metrics
- Team leadership
- Customer relation strategy
- Client relationship building
- Adaptability
- Problem solving
- Product knowledge
- CRM systems
Websites
LEADERSHIP AND INVOLVEMENT
- KU Sales Club August 2022-2024
- Women's Business Club August 2022-2024
- Gamma Phi Beta Sorority August 2020-2024
Certification
Professional Selling Certificate
Timeline
Associate District Manager
ADP
07.2024 - Current
Student Shadow to Ethicon Sales Representatives
Olathe Medical Center
12.2023 - 04.2024
Marketing Intern
Lovetaly
06.2023 - 07.2023
Bartender
Jayhawk Cafe
01.2021 - 01.2024
Bachelor - Strategic Communication With Marketing
The University of Kansas