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MITCHELL K. BARAN

MITCHELL K. BARAN

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth, and improving operations with good understanding of business principles and new market development. Skilled in creative problem-solving and stakeholder relations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Director of Strategy

PatientPoint
Minneapolis, MN
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Developed robust business strategies by conducting comprehensive market analysis and evaluating competitor capabilities.Optimized company growth by identifying emerging trends and formulating innovative approaches to capitalize on opportunities.
    • Spearheaded cross-functional teams for successful strategy implementation, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
    • Established strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, enhancing the company's competitive positioning in the marketplace.
    • Strengthened company brand positioning through the development of compelling marketing campaigns and promotional materials that resonated with target audiences.
    • Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.

Medical Device Sales Representative

Smith & Nephew, Inc
Minneapolis, MN
04.2018 - 08.2022

Increased sales by strategically targeting key clients and building strong professional relationships.

Developed tailored presentations for potential clients, showcasing the benefits and features of medical devices.

Negotiated contracts with healthcare providers, securing long-term partnerships in the medical device industry.

Managed client accounts efficiently, addressing any concerns or issues promptly to maintain trust and loyalty.

Provided comprehensive training to new hires on products and sales strategies, fostering successful team members.

Exceeded sales targets consistently through effective time management and prioritizing high-value prospects.

Maintained thorough and current knowledge of medical device products, competitive offerings, and market developments to capitalize on growth and expansion opportunities.

Brought in new leads consistently using strong prospecting and networking abilities.

Medical Scribe/Clinical Assistant

Twin Cities Orthopedics
Edina, MN
06.2013 - 04.2018

Enhanced patient care by diligently transcribing physician-patient interactions during medical examinations.

Improved clinical efficiency by maintaining accurate and up-to-date electronic health records for each patient encounter.

Supported physicians with comprehensive chart documentation, assisting in the reduction of administrative burden.

Advanced understanding of complex medical terminology through consistent application in daily tasks, ensuring accuracy in all written communications.

Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.

Education

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Spanish Language And Literature

Carleton College
Northfield, MN
09.2008 - 06.2012

Skills

Organizational Development

Brand Positioning

Strategic Business Planning

Client Relationship Building

Stakeholder Communication

Cross-functional Collaboration

Coaching

Product Development

Healthcare Marketing

New Business Development

Effective Communicator and Public Speaker

Hospital Sales

Interests

Chess, Golf, Basketball, Biking, Fishing, and Traveling among many others.

Volunteering

Two-week missions volunteering as a language interpreter in clinic and first assistant in surgery during trips to remote areas of Honduras, January 2016-19. 

Timeline

Director of Strategy

PatientPoint
01.2023 - 05.2023

Medical Device Sales Representative

Smith & Nephew, Inc
04.2018 - 08.2022

Medical Scribe/Clinical Assistant

Twin Cities Orthopedics
06.2013 - 04.2018

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Spanish Language And Literature

Carleton College
09.2008 - 06.2012
MITCHELL K. BARAN