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Kimberly Kruse

Adel,IA

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Marketing Automation Professional

HTLF
04.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced efficiency of Marketing Cloud by developing custom processes to resolve data inefficiencies and optimize Sales Cloud workflows
  • Reconfigured the Marketing Cloud-Salesforce connection to ensure seamless data flow, enhancing system integration and overall performance
  • Provided strategic guidance on leveraging Salesforce Marketing Cloud's full capabilities, promoting innovative customer journey strategies that improved lead generation and customer engagement
  • Optimized email marketing campaigns through segmentation, testing, and compliance with CAN-SPAM regulations, leading to increased engagement and conversion rates.

Marketing Technology Strategist

Principal Financial Group
Des Moines Metropolitan Area
10.2017 - 04.2023
  • Supported Salesforce Data Cloud (CDP) implementation by acting as a subject matter expert for specific data segments and facilitating seamless integration with Sales/Service Cloud
  • Enhanced platform efficiency by developing customized solutions for complex data management and journey needs in Salesforce Marketing Cloud
  • Spearheaded collaborative efforts with marketing teams to execute data-driven audience segmentation and campaign strategies
  • Developed automated marketing campaigns and streamlined audience segmentation by leveraging Salesforce Sales/Service Cloud data, reducing reliance on outdated systems
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance cross-sell initiatives and boost brand awareness through strategic customer journeys and data-driven insights.

Marketing Technology Professional

Brokers International
Urbandale, Iowa
07.2016 - 10.2017
  • Implemented responsive templates and tested through an online platform, resulting in increased email marketing response rates
  • Managed successful email and landing page marketing campaigns in Marketo, utilizing reporting and analytics for campaign evaluation
  • Managed customer segmentation lists and targeted marketing campaigns through Microsoft Dynamics (CRM) and Marketo.

Marketing Consultant

Self-Employed
09.2011 - 07.2016

National Marketing Coordinator

Ramco Innovations
West Des Moines, Iowa
11.2010 - 08.2011

Digital Marketing

THOR•LO, Inc.
Statesville, North Carolina
12.2009 - 10.2010

Marketing Strategist

Brock MacNeill
Charlotte, North Carolina
10.2008 - 12.2009

Marketing Specialist

Banberry Designs
Urbandale, Iowa
08.2007 - 08.2008

Digital & Print Marketing

EDJE web | print | design
Indianola, Iowa
07.2006 - 03.2007

Education

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Marketing

Strayer University
01.2013

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Graphic Design

Grand View University
01.2006

Skills

  • Salesforce Marketing Cloud
  • Salesforce Sales Cloud
  • Data Engineering
  • Marketing Automation
  • Audience Segmentation
  • Campaign Strategy and Execution
  • Email Marketing Optimization

Summary

Passionate about enhancing marketing through technology, I am a seasoned Salesforce Marketing Cloud Solution Architect known for designing innovative automation solutions. I excel at transforming business needs into scalable implementations with measurable results. As a certified Salesforce Marketing Cloud Developer and Email Specialist, I translate vision into strategies that drive growth.

Certification

  • Salesforce Certified Marketing Cloud Email Specialist
  • Salesforce Certified Marketing Cloud Developer

Timeline

Senior Marketing Automation Professional

HTLF
04.2023 - Current

Marketing Technology Strategist

Principal Financial Group
10.2017 - 04.2023

Marketing Technology Professional

Brokers International
07.2016 - 10.2017

Marketing Consultant

Self-Employed
09.2011 - 07.2016

National Marketing Coordinator

Ramco Innovations
11.2010 - 08.2011

Digital Marketing

THOR•LO, Inc.
12.2009 - 10.2010

Marketing Strategist

Brock MacNeill
10.2008 - 12.2009

Marketing Specialist

Banberry Designs
08.2007 - 08.2008

Digital & Print Marketing

EDJE web | print | design
07.2006 - 03.2007

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Marketing

Strayer University

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Graphic Design

Grand View University
Kimberly Kruse