KIRBY FORD
Cincinnati,OH
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Manager
Levata
06.2019 - Current
- Managed a diverse portfolio of key accounts totaling $1.5M in sales. Core focus in access control and ID software solutions.
- Cultivated long-term relationships with key stakeholders in assigned accounts, fostering loyalty among clients.
- Monitor market activity and quoted pricing to maintain healthy profit margins.
- Achieved company-defined sales quota in 2022 and on track for 2024.
Marketing Intern
JMI Sports
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Coordinated and hosted JMI events including Division 1 athletics for Southeastern Conference.
- Collaborated with Marketing & Sales team to further develop and maintain high-profile partnerships.
- Assisted with event planning and hospitality at venues such as Rupp Arena and Kroger Field.
- Boosted brand awareness by executing innovative advertising campaigns at high-profile events.
Digital Media Producer
UK Sports Network
12.2018 - 05.2019
- Preformed social media optimization for Kentucky Athletics through Instagram and Twitter.
- Tripled Instagram following in one season (9k to 24.5k followers).
- Implemented strategies and tactics to grow engagement and followers on social media channels.
- Set up media equipment and operated cameras to capture footage.
Brand Ambassador
TIGI
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Tested, demonstrated and promoted several Bed Head products through social media.
- Communicated product information with confidence and educated consumers about company.
Public Relations Appointed Officer
Kappa Delta Sorority
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Assisted with photo and video production and performed visual and sound editing.
- Forged strong media relationships to further public relations goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Strategic Communication
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05.2019
Skills
- Account and Territory Management
- Key Partnerships & Client Relations
- Revenue Generation
- Marketing
- Digital Media
- CRM Software
- Microsoft Office
Additional Information
- References available upon request.
Timeline
Account Manager
Levata
06.2019 - Current
Digital Media Producer
UK Sports Network
12.2018 - 05.2019
Marketing Intern
JMI Sports
05.2018 - 06.2019
Brand Ambassador
TIGI
01.2018 - 05.2018
Public Relations Appointed Officer
Kappa Delta Sorority
01.2015 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Strategic Communication
University of Kentucky