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Matt Barrett

Two Harbors,MN

Summary

Proven leader with a track record of exceeding expectations in retaining both clients and employees and enhancing operational efficiency at Purple Penguin Digital. Offers a unique blend of experience in the marketing industry leading people, improving systems, building efficiencies, strategizing and managing marketing efforts, and more.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President

Purple Penguin Digital
11.2021 - Current
  • Lead team that maintained 96%+ customer retention rate.
  • Built culture and system that maintained 98% employee retention rate.
  • Led cross-functional teams for successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Managed financial planning and budgeting processes, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximizing return on investments.
  • Established performance goals for department and outlined processes for achievement.
  • Established culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and driving sustainable growth across organization.
  • Leveraged technology to automate workflows and streamline processes, resulting in increased productivity and cost savings across organization.
  • Clarified roles, responsibilities and expectations of staff.
  • Championed talent development programs, promoting employee engagement and retention while enhancing overall workforce capabilities.
  • Streamlined operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
  • Implemented new technologies to automate processes, resulting in reduced labor costs and increased efficiency.
  • Facilitated regular leadership meetings to discuss progress on strategic goals, identify opportunities for improvement, and address challenges proactively.
  • Developed high-performing teams through effective hiring, training, and performance management strategies.
  • Oversaw development of new products or services from conception to market launch.
  • Mentored employees at all levels within organization to support their professional development goals.
  • Evaluated emerging technologies as potential tools for enhancing business processes or improving overall performance.

Sales, Marketing, and Operational Consulting

Garage Starts
09.2019 - 09.2022
  • Worked as expert consultant in sales, marketing, operations, and EOS Implementation.
  • Streamlined internal communication processes within company by introducing project management tools that facilitated collaboration across various team members.
  • Optimized sales pipeline management processes to streamline operations and improve lead conversion rates.
  • Developed and executed successful product launches, resulting in increased market share and customer acquisition.
  • Leveraged data-driven insights gained from performance analytics tools that helped optimize future campaigns for better results.
  • Oversaw creation of compelling sales collateral materials that effectively communicated product value propositions to customers.
  • Analyzed sales and marketing data for improved strategies.
  • Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.
  • Outlined marketing strategies and developed collateral in close collaboration with product management personnel.
  • Directed sales support staff in administrative tasks to help sales reps close deals.
  • Spearheaded successful branding initiatives, sales strategies and public relations approaches to underpin and enhance marketing campaign deployment.
  • Applied excellent problem-solving, process development, and strategic implementation skills to lead and support all areas of operations.
  • Oversaw daily operations activities, ensuring smooth functioning across all departments while maintaining high-quality standards.

Fractional Director of Sales & Marketing

Ruth's Vegetarian Gourmet
09.2019 - 03.2022
  • Developed comprehensive sales plans for business growth.
  • Spearheaded trade show participation to showcase products and services, generating valuable leads and networking opportunities.
  • Analyzed sales and marketing data for improved strategies.
  • Implemented efficient CRM systems to track leads, manage customer interactions, and streamline sales process.
  • Boosted company's brand visibility through targeted advertising campaigns and social media engagement.
  • Optimized digital marketing efforts through SEO improvements, PPC campaigns, email marketing initiatives, resulting in increased web traffic and lead generation.
  • Established new distribution channels, expanding company's reach into untapped markets.
  • Cultivated and maintained strategic alliances with key partners and vendors.
  • Suggested innovative ideas to increase sales and improve customer experience.
  • Developed positive, performance-based internal sales and marketing culture to include mentoring staff.
  • Created and implemented effective marketing and sales strategies to increase customer engagement and revenue.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Air Traffic Control

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND
05.2013

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Relationship Building
  • Decision-Making
  • Critical Thinking
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Operations Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Negotiation and Persuasion
  • Recruiting and Hiring
  • OKRs and KPIs
  • Marketing and Advertising
  • Digital marketing strategies
  • Marketing campaigns
  • Marketing Coordination

Timeline

Vice President

Purple Penguin Digital
11.2021 - Current

Sales, Marketing, and Operational Consulting

Garage Starts
09.2019 - 09.2022

Fractional Director of Sales & Marketing

Ruth's Vegetarian Gourmet
09.2019 - 03.2022

Bachelor of Science - Air Traffic Control

University of North Dakota
Matt Barrett