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Kobe Blackwell

Dynamic Sales Professional Driving Revenue Growth And Client Success
Chandler,Arizona

Summary

Utilize and maximize my sales, communication and relationship building skills within the software industry. Consistently detail-oriented, with exceptional oral and communication skills and a drive to be successful.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Customer Success Account Manager I

Podium
07.2024 - Current
  • Manage a portfolio of 400+ customers, focusing on onboarding, retention, and driving product adoption.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by delivering tailored solutions and identifying opportunities for upselling
  • Gained hands-on experience with artificial intelligence by supporting the launch and adoption of an AI-powered employee product

Customer Success Account Manager

Turo
05.2023 - 07.2024
  • Demonstrated adept management skills by overseeing a diverse portfolio of 200+ accounts.
  • Achieved exceptional results in each quarter of 2023 with an impressive quarterly retention rate, surpassing the established retention goal.

- Q2 146%

-Q3 125%

-Q4 128%

Jr. Account Executive

Turo
06.2022 - 05.2023
  • Consistently recognized as a top performer in the following quarters: Q2 2022, Q3 2022, Q4 2022, Q1 2023, and Q2 2023.
  • Successfully managed accounts with a cumulative gross income of $500k since joining the Turo platform.
  • Created and executed account strategies to translate organizational goals into client activities.
  • Provided high-level business coaching to high-potential hosts utilizing data analytics for optimal performance enhancement.

Field Sports Reporter - Phoenix Suns

Cronkite News - PBS
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Conducted in-depth interviews with athletes including Devin Booker, during the 2021-2022 NBA Season
  • Built strong relationships with team members and staff to produce insightful, engaging stories
  • Provided comprehensive coverage of team events, games, and player performances for targeted audiences

Assistant Manager/Cashier

Shoe Palace
08.2017 - 05.2020

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Journalism

Arizona State University- The Walter Cronkite School of Journalism
Phoenix, Arizona
05.2018 - 05.2022

Skills

Salesforce Reporting

Client Retention

Training

Self Motivation

Communication

Negotiation

Time Management

Customer Experience

Affiliations

Director of Finance - National Sales Network, Phoenix Chapter

  • The custodian or stewardship of all financial records and bank accounts for NSN-
    Phoenix Chapter
  • Collects fees and disbursements
  • File government reports or documents annually and as needed
  • Develops and manages NSN-Phoenix Chapter annual budget
  • Provides financial Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet Statements monthly
  • Process all Account Payable (AP) and Account Receivables (AR) in a timely manner
  • Organize NSN-Phoenix and Vendor relationship-policy procedure outline

Timeline

Customer Success Account Manager I

Podium
07.2024 - Current

Customer Success Account Manager

Turo
05.2023 - 07.2024

Jr. Account Executive

Turo
06.2022 - 05.2023

Field Sports Reporter - Phoenix Suns

Cronkite News - PBS
08.2021 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Journalism

Arizona State University- The Walter Cronkite School of Journalism
05.2018 - 05.2022

Assistant Manager/Cashier

Shoe Palace
08.2017 - 05.2020
Kobe BlackwellDynamic Sales Professional Driving Revenue Growth And Client Success