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Margaret Harrison

CONROE,TX

Summary

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales/Product Marketing Specialist

Ridge Technologies
08.2019 - Current
  • Proactively reach out to potential and existing customers via phone, email, and in-person visits to promote products and services.
  • Collaborate with outside source to develop targeted campaigns aimed at boosting product visibility and driving sales.
  • Assist in creation of promotional materials, including brochures, emails, and social media content.
  • Oversee inventory of warehouse parts, ensuring stock levels meet customer demands without overstocking.
  • Conduct regular inventory audits and implement improvements to optimize storage and efficiency.
  • Prepare regular reports on sales performance, inventory levels, and market trends for management review.

Assistant Track and Field Coach

Covenant Christian School
12.2018 - Current
  • Training and instruction: Teaching students about sport's rules, techniques, and equipment
  • Practice planning: Helping to develop practice plans and schedules.
  • Student management: Supervising students during practice & meets.
  • Safety: Ensuring that safety requirements are met and following established procedures in case of injury.
  • Provided direction to student athletes that they might achieve a high level of skill, as well as appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork in track.

Wedding Planner

Self
01.2006 - 04.2022
  • Negotiated prices with suppliers, inspected venues and selected vendors to meet couple expectations.
  • Conducted initial consultation with clients to discuss wedding details, venue options and other logistics to understand vision and budget.
  • Created and designed tailor-made wedding plans to maximize client budget, keep client happy and cultivate referrals.
  • Directed pace of wedding and reception through multitasking and liaising with vendors to carry out event as planned with little or no deviations.
  • Oversaw setup and breakdown of wedding decorations and supplies.
  • Completed final reviews of ceremony and banquet area setups to resolve last-minute issues.
  • Coordinated with vendors in securing necessary supplies and services for wedding.
  • Helped bridal couple select wedding decorations and floral arrangements, menus and music.
  • Compiled contracts for vendors and clients prior to starting work to meet legal, health and safety obligations.

Stay at Home Mom

Na
07.2002 - 04.2019

2008- 2010 Geisinger Elementary PTO Treasurer

  • Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges. Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.

2008-2012 Conroe Service League, Secretary

  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.

2011- 2015 VP PTO Covenant Christian School

  • Organized professional with expertise in managing resources and optimizing performance. Proficient in providing valuable insights and supporting decision-making processes. Committed to enhancing productivity and contributing to overall success.

2012-2017 Chairman Auction Committee

  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.

Sales Executive

Dictaphone Corporation
01.2001 - 07.2002
  • Researched sales opportunities and possible leads to exceed sales goals and increase profits.
  • Achieved multi million dollar sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships with CFO's and Hospital Administrators.
  • Demonstrated proper equipment use by showing clients product setup and operation using advanced knowledge of medical processes.

Medical Sales Executive

Quadra Med Corp
04.1997 - 12.2000
  • Penetrated multi state territories, successfully establishing relationships with CEO's, CFO's, and Hospital Administrators.
  • Prepared and delivered product presentations and answered questions about coding and accounting products.
  • Worked to reach multi million dollar targets and consistently met or exceeded personal/company quotas.

Medical Sales Executive

Laguna Medical Systems
10.1994 - 03.1997
  • Prepared and delivered product presentations and answered questions about LMS' comprehensive suite of coding, coding compliance, and revenue identification services.
  • Service territory consisted of Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana & Arkansas.
  • Achieved multi million dollar sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships with Medical Records Directors, CFO's and Hospital Administrators.

CEO

PAQ Associates
11.1993 - 09.1994
  • Developed with psychologists a pain assessment questionnaire to assess accident victim's for lawyers to use in court.
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners to support strategic business objectives.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Established and maintained marketing/sales, advertising and product development.
  • Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.

Sales Associate

Tri City Hospital
07.1990 - 10.1993
  • Supported implementation of events and other initiatives to build presence and reputation.
  • Built local sales and marketing plan for Hospital/ MRI services.
  • Followed through with leads to close sales over phone, in office and during external customer engagements.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment.
  • Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings including Dale Carnegie's leadership training.
  • Achieved and exceeded company-defined sales quotas.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX
05.1990

Skills

  • Computer proficiency
  • Leadership experience
  • Communication skills
  • Organizational know-how
  • People skills
  • Collaboration talent
  • Problem-solving abilities

Timeline

Sales/Product Marketing Specialist

Ridge Technologies
08.2019 - Current

Assistant Track and Field Coach

Covenant Christian School
12.2018 - Current

Wedding Planner

Self
01.2006 - 04.2022

Stay at Home Mom

Na
07.2002 - 04.2019

Sales Executive

Dictaphone Corporation
01.2001 - 07.2002

Medical Sales Executive

Quadra Med Corp
04.1997 - 12.2000

Medical Sales Executive

Laguna Medical Systems
10.1994 - 03.1997

CEO

PAQ Associates
11.1993 - 09.1994

Sales Associate

Tri City Hospital
07.1990 - 10.1993

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Dallas Baptist University
Margaret Harrison