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AccountManager

Kristina Kuestner

San Diego,CA

Summary

Dynamic Account Manager offering expertise in building partnerships, retaining key accounts and enhancing profit channels. Strong leader with proficiency in growing professional network, influencing decision-makers and devising successful strategies. Collaborative and strategic team leader with robust background in customer relationship management.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Manager

Accuris / Techstreet
07.2019 - Current
  • Increased client satisfaction by building strong relationships and addressing their needs promptly.
  • Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely communication and effective problem resolution.
  • Successfully resolved escalated issues, preventing potential loss of valuable clients while maintaining positive relationships with all parties involved.
  • Conducted regular account reviews to identify areas for improvement and ensure continued success.
  • Used analytical skills to track and report on account performance metrics, providing insights for future growth opportunities.

Key Achievements:

  • 2023, 2022, 2020 President's Club Winner
  • 2024 Pitch Challenge Winner


Account Manager

The Select Group
07.2018 - 07.2019
  • Established, developed and maintained relationships with technical hiring managers as a resource for their staffing needs.
  • Used prospecting strategies to target key decision makers of new and existing clientele.
  • Responsible for qualifying job requirements from companies in an assigned territory.
  • Arranged and conducted onsite meetings with hiring managers and recruiters.

Key Achievements:

  • Built tech client Experian from $0 account to $5k in weekly revenue
  • Top Performer in activity for company nationwide
  • Second in branch for generating incoming revenue


Account Manager

Hammer-Corp
07.2017 - 02.2018
  • Researched various marketing trends and knew optimum times to advertise online.
  • Maintained relationships with more than 150 clients to ensure needs were met.
  • Upgraded existing clients with latest products, information and best practices.



Media Spokesperson

Sovereign Health
11.2016 - 05.2017

Retail Representative

Crankbrothers
09.2015 - 10.2016

News Anchor / Executive Producer

KREX-TV
03.2011 - 03.2014

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Electronic Journalism

Butler University
Indianapolis, IN
06.2008

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Client Relations
  • Strategic Planning
  • CRM proficiency
  • Networking skills
  • Account development
  • Goals and performance
  • Territory Management
  • Customer Needs Assessment
  • Upselling
  • New account creation

Timeline

Account Manager

Accuris / Techstreet
07.2019 - Current

Account Manager

The Select Group
07.2018 - 07.2019

Account Manager

Hammer-Corp
07.2017 - 02.2018

Media Spokesperson

Sovereign Health
11.2016 - 05.2017

Retail Representative

Crankbrothers
09.2015 - 10.2016

News Anchor / Executive Producer

KREX-TV
03.2011 - 03.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Electronic Journalism

Butler University
Kristina Kuestner