Lori Vanzant
Potsdam,NY
Summary
Experienced and knowledgeable Instructional Designer with deep understanding of industry practices, dedicated to driving long-term success for companies. Skilled in utilizing Articulate Storyline and Articulate Rise to deliver exceptional training programs. Recognized for goal-oriented mindset and diverse professional background. Proficient in content analysis and design, consistently creating high-quality learning programs that effectively achieve desired business outcomes. Possessing strong communication and interpersonal skills, excels at building effective relationships with stakeholders and accurately assessing learning needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Key Account Executive
Konica Minolta Business Solutions US
01.2008 - 06.2009
- Identified, qualified, and visited customers and prospects within assigned area.
- Provided analysis of customer needs, developed solutions, created proposals, and negotiated with clientele.
- Maintained and generated new business within the existing customer accounts.
- Ensured compliance of company policy, procedures, and work processes throughout entire sales process.
Product Development Specialist
Nationwide Financial Services
03.2005 - 06.2007
- Engaged in new product development and implementation efforts for fixed, indexed, and variable annuity line of bussiness
- Receptive to competitor analysis and industry data to create products that offer value to the customer via product, price, promotion, and sdistribution strategies.
- Managed tactical items for numerous projects always mindful of strategic intent, priorities, budgets, implementation schedules, and integration of efforts with Marketing, Compliance, Actuarial, Sales, Operations, and Systems.
Strategic Planning Analyst
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company
07.2004 - 03.2005
- Investigated and evaluated industry standards, competitor products/services, best practice benchmarks and market volatility to develop high-level strategic proposals.
- Continued to gather and interpret information in support of ideal initiatives, always prepared to present data to the senior management team.
- Maintained this level of expertise to offer optimal assistance throughout the decision-making process.
- Information collected was instrumental in choosing which alliances offered the highest profitability and greatest strategic advantage.
Education
Instructional Design
Franklin University
Columbus, OH05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH06-2011
Master of Science - Marketing And Communication
Franklin University
Columbus, OH05-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH06-2003
Skills
- Client relationship management
- Project management proficiency
- Awareness of educational methodologies
- Design workflow integration experience
- Proficient in relevant tools
- Commitment to continuous learning
- Innovative thinking
- Critical thinking skills
Accomplishments
- Navy Achievement Medal
- Good Conduct Medal
Certification
- Instructional Designer Certificate, Franklin University
Timeline
Key Account Executive
Konica Minolta Business Solutions US
01.2008 - 06.2009
Product Development Specialist
Nationwide Financial Services
03.2005 - 06.2007
Strategic Planning Analyst
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company
07.2004 - 03.2005
Instructional Design
Franklin University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
The Ohio State University
Master of Science - Marketing And Communication
Franklin University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
The Ohio State University
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