Kimberly Karvonen
New Bedford,MA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Dedicated and dependable relationship-builder with excellent organizational strengths, positive attitude, and superior work ethic. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Sales Trainer-New England Region
Metro Mattress Corp.
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with management to identify company training needs and scheduling for all new Regional Sales Associates across the New England Region (MA, CT, RI, NH).
- Monitored Regional Sales Associate progress and gave feedback and additional training as needed.
- Developed and led engaging and entertaining group training classes to align with corporate sales and service goals.
- Conducted in-person RSA sales presentation evaluations and observed employee performance to identify areas of needed improvement.
RV Sales Associate
Camping World RV Sales
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Earned Top 3 Sales Associate title for monthly gross earning position for 3 months straight.
- Worked to build relationships with customers and built potential for additional sales.
- Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
Private Nanny
Private Family Nanny
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support age-appropriate social and emotional development.
- Organized different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development.
Health Education Teacher
Acushnet Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
Wellness Teacher
Taunton Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2019
- Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
- Demonstrated effective classroom management and time management techniques, including project-based learning, team building activities, individual learning stations, and large group activities inside the classroom and gymnasium.
- Incorporated engaging activities and positive reinforcement strategies into lessons where students took ownership of their actions and behaviors in the classroom.
Athletic Director, Health & Physical Education Teacher
Upper Cape Cod Vocational High School
08.2003 - 06.2007
- Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
- Created and published first edition "Reference Guide to Athletics" and "Emergency Action Plan for Athletics" UCT Athletic Department emergency policies and protocol guide for coaches as Athletic Director.
- Spearheaded a three-year fundraising campaign totaling over $4,000 for the Upper Cape Tech, Class of 2007.
Health & Physical Education Teacher, Class Adviser, Coach
Bourne High School
08.2001 - 06.2003
- Developed and deepened relationships with students, family members and faculty to promote optimal student learning environments while using range of instructional approaches and activities to draw students into material and enhance understanding and skill.
- Directed all fundraising activities, totaling nearly $3,000 for the Bourne High School, Class of 2005 in two years.
Full Time Substitute Teacher
Fairhaven High School
08.2000 - 06.2001
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Marketing Manager
Titleist And FootJoy Worldwide
01.1997 - 09.2000
- Developed multi-million dollar business plan outlining "Laser Fitting Technology" retail custom golf shoe and glove fitting campaign from concept to launch.
- Responsible for all public relations communication, website management & design, all aspects of product merchandising, including design and worldwide distribution of marketing displays and materials for FootJoy Brand Worldwide.
- Responsible for all department communications, including Europe and Pacific Rim, worldwide merchandising, and community outreach activities, including corporate donations program, national launch of TFJWW Tiger Woods book promotion and coordinated merchandise collateral to fill sales force and customer demand for Titleist Golf Ball Marketing.
Drug Testing Staff
United States Olympic Committee
02.1993 - 09.1996
- Coordinated post-event areas, including official notification of Olympic athletes for USOC mandatory drug testing.
- Organized selection process, training, & credentialing for United States Olympic Committee (USOC) Drug Testing Agents at The Centennial Olympic Games, Atlanta, GA.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Medicine
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL1994
Master of Science - Sport Administration & Marketing
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS1996
Skills
- Relationship building
- Organization & planning
- Leadership & communication
- Time & project management
- Teamwork
- Positive reinforcement
Timeline
Corporate Sales Trainer-New England Region
Metro Mattress Corp.
04.2023 - 01.2024
RV Sales Associate
Camping World RV Sales
06.2022 - 03.2023
Private Nanny
Private Family Nanny
09.2021 - 04.2022
Health Education Teacher
Acushnet Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2021
Wellness Teacher
Taunton Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2019
Athletic Director, Health & Physical Education Teacher
Upper Cape Cod Vocational High School
08.2003 - 06.2007
Health & Physical Education Teacher, Class Adviser, Coach
Bourne High School
08.2001 - 06.2003
Full Time Substitute Teacher
Fairhaven High School
08.2000 - 06.2001
Marketing Manager
Titleist And FootJoy Worldwide
01.1997 - 09.2000
Drug Testing Staff
United States Olympic Committee
02.1993 - 09.1996
Bachelor of Science - Sports Medicine
The University of Alabama
Master of Science - Sport Administration & Marketing
Mississippi State University
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