Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
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Matthew Fuhrman

Matthew Fuhrman

Online Advertising Sales & Managment
Chicago,IL

Summary

20 plus years of proven online advertising sales & marketing experience representing Microsoft, Yahoo, CNBC, Facebook, Compass and Autotrader.com just to name a few. Looking for a new home to help build the business and contribute to growth!

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Vice President of Marketing & Sales

Compass
12.2017 - Current
  • Licensed Broker for commercial and residential in Florida & Illinois.
  • Certified Luxury Marketing Specialist
  • Optimized customer engagement with consistent messaging across multiple channels, including social media, email, and print.
  • Superior knowledge of DocuSign, MLS and Salesforce.
  • Zillow Premium Broker

Vice President of Business Development

Technori
11.2014 - 10.2017


  • Developed strategic partnerships for increased revenue generation and market growth.
  • Strengthened company brand and roi advertising through targeted online marketing
  • Optimized sales processes to improve efficiency and close rates on deals.
  • Developed display, search, mobile, and sponsorship opportunities for clients.
  • Agency consultation for partners, providing knowledge of the current technology trends and media offerings for our clients. (1871, Microsoft Ventures, VC)
  • Grew revenue from $25000 to $2,600,000 in 2.5 years

National Advertising Sales Director

Zacks Investment Research
03.2011 - 09.2014
  • Provided digital solutions to target clients, including online and mobile display advertising, sponsorships, email rental lists, and lead generation.
  • Enhanced client relationships through consistent communication and prompt resolution of concerns, resulting in repeat business.
  • Implemented Salesforce
  • Clients included E*Trade/Spark, Charles Schwab/McCann-SF, Scottrade, American Express, MSN-Money, Yahoo-Finance.
  • 127% of quota over 4 years. $0 to $3.8 million

Advertising Sales Director

Realtor.com
08.2009 - 11.2010
  • Managed agency & client field sales within the Midwest region to drive new business.
  • Key Clients included Sears, Target, Best Buy, Cox Communications, US Bank, Toro, BMW, Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn and SC Johnson.

Senior Advertising Account Executive

Microsoft
12.2005 - 08.2009
  • Increased client satisfaction by effectively managing a advertising campaign team of 6 team members for both search and display advertising.
  • Secured new business opportunities through proactive outreach, networking events, and industry conferences.
  • Developed tailored advertising strategies for clients in various industries, resulting in more targeted campaigns and increased ROI.
  • Properties included MSN, MSNBC, Fox sports, Facebook, Digg, CNBC, WSJ, and Microsoft Media Network (Collectively over
    200m unique users per month)
    • Clients included DeVry, US Bank, GoDaddy, Crate & Barrel, United Airlines, Cars.com, Ameriprise Financial, Lincoln Financial, Scottrade, Corona, Online Trading Academy, Etrade, SC Johnson, and Kohl's
    • Completed Microsoft sales certification program level 3 and Michael Bosworth Solution Selling Training
    • Expertise in search, display, network, sponsorships, mobile, opt-in email and shopping
  • Key Achievements
    • Achieved 162% of quota in 2007 with total sales of $13.3M
    • Achieved 121% of quota in 2008 with total sales of $11.9M
    • #1 out of 13 in the Eastern region-2007 & 2008

Advertising Account Executive

AutoTrader.com
11.2003 - 12.2005


  • Developed successful online advertising solutions for Midwest clients on the largest new and used car site in the world
    • Trained and mentored new account executives
    • Member of 2005 Autotrader.com Midwest and 2006 National Blitz Consulting Teams
    Key Achievements
    • Increased monthly billable revenue from $35,000 to $125,000
    • Achieved 130% of quota in 2004 and 2005
    • 11-time account executive of the Month for the Midwest Region


Inside Sales Advertising Manager

Yahoo! Inc.
03.1999 - 08.2003

• Team leader for Midwest region within the search and display
• Recruited, hired, trained and led a sales team of 4 account executives to cover nationwide agencies & advertisers

  • Increased sales revenue by implementing effective inside sales strategies and techniques.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and exceptional customer service.
  • Managed a high-performing inside sales team to exceed company targets and quotas consistently.
    Key Achievements
    •120% of quota -2001-2003
    • MVP - Q1 & Q3 2002
    •Most Dedicated Account Executive-2002



Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

Loras College
Dubuque, IA

General - General Studies

Glenbard South High School
Glen Ellyn, IL

Certification - Real Estate Development

Luxe Luxury Marketing Certification
Oak Brook, IL
2017

Skills

  • Digital Marketing
  • Lead Generation
  • Implementation of Salesforce CRM Software
  • Training and Mentorship
  • Sales Training
  • Social Media Expert
  • Technology Trends
  • Change & Process Management

Affiliations

  • Microsoft Alumni
  • St. Jude Children's Hospital
  • Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital
  • Gift of Hope

Certification

  • Microsoft Digital Advertising Solutions Sales Certified Level 3
  • Solution Selling-Michael Bosworth Certified

Timeline

Vice President of Marketing & Sales

Compass
12.2017 - Current

Vice President of Business Development

Technori
11.2014 - 10.2017

National Advertising Sales Director

Zacks Investment Research
03.2011 - 09.2014

Advertising Sales Director

Realtor.com
08.2009 - 11.2010

Senior Advertising Account Executive

Microsoft
12.2005 - 08.2009

Advertising Account Executive

AutoTrader.com
11.2003 - 12.2005

Inside Sales Advertising Manager

Yahoo! Inc.
03.1999 - 08.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

Loras College

General - General Studies

Glenbard South High School

Certification - Real Estate Development

Luxe Luxury Marketing Certification
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