Kristy Tasca
Summerville,SC
Summary
With over 10 years of experience in sales, management, and business operations in corporate office settings, I possess a proven track record. Additionally, I bring over 25 years of coaching experience, consistently exceeding sales objectives for more than 10 years, and a successful 13+ year career as a photographer and social media manager. My diverse background and extensive sales expertise enable me to contribute excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to establish rapport with consumers. I am eager to become a valuable asset to your sales organization.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Photographer/Social Media Manager
Self Employed
06.2011 - Current
- Grew and expanded the overall business to take on national and international clients
- Upsell packages and ad on’s to increase value and revenue
- Use marketing strategies to find ideal clients
- Photographed high-quality images for both print and internet distribution
- Manage and maintain several social media outlets
- Direct 25+ photoshoots per month, resulting in a 30% increase in online engagement
- Manage post-production workflows for over 2500 images monthly, ensuring color accuracy and consistency with brand standards
- Trained 4 junior photographers in advanced photography techniques and brand aesthetic guidelines, enhancing team capabilities and output quality
- Perform advanced computer processing of images for assignments
- Manage day-to-day business operations and made strategic decisions
- Research current and emerging art and graphic design technologies
Cheerleading Coach/Social Media Manager
Elite Heat All-Stars
04.2009 - 06.2019
- Grew and retained the business by over 75% through recruiting new athletes and customer satisfaction
- Cultivated community and media relations through social media, marketing and other communication channels to support program
- Influenced parents to make significant financial investments by joining the organization
- Effectively communicated both written and orally with staff, athletes and parents
- Enhanced team performance by implementing tailored training programs and personalized coaching techniques
- Choreographed creative routines that captivated audiences at sporting events and competitions alike
Customer Care Consultant/Administration + Sales
Verizon Inc
06.2000 - 10.2010
- Ranked top 10 for sales and service
- Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue
- Administered company’s Absence Control Plan to over 300 direct reports
- Initiated new sales and marketing plans for product roll-outs, including developing sales, distribution and media strategy
- Identified, and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures and sales strategies
- Monitored metrics and marketing investments to assess performance and implement continuous improvements.
- Improved sales processes to streamline customer acquisition and onboarding strategies.
- Worked closely with Labor Relations and Union to monitor employees and disciple when necessary.
- Placed employees on Progress Improvement Plans.
- Implemented and executed FMLA procedures.
- Tracked Analytics and reported findings.
- Identified opportunities for growth nationally and collaborated with sales teams to reach sales goal.
- Held weekly meetings to identify techniques to overcome sales obstacles and improve customer care index.
Sales Representative
Verizon Inc
11.1998 - 06.2000
- Achieved top performer status consistently through dedication to meeting goals and exceeding expectations
- Produced 200% objective to sales
- Recruited for management team within first year of being hired
- Positioned product insights and solution recommendations to provide customers with a complete top-down sales solution
- Reconciled billed accounts by upselling items to increase sales volume and adding new accounts
- Conducted product demonstrations to educate customers on features, benefits, and competitive advantages
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service
- Generated sales by using my passion for cutting-edge technology, and exceptional customer service to expand the Verizon network
- Closed sales by using phenomenal communication skills to fulfill customer needs with simple and intuitive solutions
Education
Bachelor of Applied Arts and Science - Health and Wellness
SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NYSkills
Initiated and managed cost-saving operational strategies that decreased absenteeism by 25% while increasing sales by 30%
Training and mentoring
Sales process
Team building
Cross-functional Supervision
Client Relations and Presentations
Proficient with Adobe CC and Microsoft Office Suite
Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
- Nominated for the Marketing Management Development Program at Verizon
- Graduate of the Entrepreneurial Assistance Program
Timeline
Photographer/Social Media Manager
Self Employed
06.2011 - Current
Cheerleading Coach/Social Media Manager
Elite Heat All-Stars
04.2009 - 06.2019
Customer Care Consultant/Administration + Sales
Verizon Inc
06.2000 - 10.2010
Sales Representative
Verizon Inc
11.1998 - 06.2000
Bachelor of Applied Arts and Science - Health and Wellness
SUNY Buffalo State