Hard-driving business leader offering skill in strategic business planning and team development. Skillfully recruit and train employees at all levels to meet customer and business demands. Articulate, forward-thinking and resourceful in meeting unique needs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Paula Inc
01.2023 - Current
Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
Product still in testing process.
Researched market for possible customer base.
Reached out to potential customers for testing.
Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends
Account Manager
SYSCO Food Services
10.2021 - 10.2022
Addressed problems with accounting, billing, and service delivery to maintain and enhance client satisfaction.
Built and strengthened long-lasting client relationships based on accurate price quotes and customer-centric terms.
Educated clients on new products or services to increase customer engagement with brand.
Facilitated client satisfaction and renewed customer relations to drive growth.
Evaluated client needs and developed tailored solutions to increase positive customer ratings
Coordinated with internal teams to facilitate prompt delivery of client projects
Monitored and analyzed customer feedback to identify opportunities for improvement
Set clear sales goals to identify activities and behaviors to advance sales process and close deals
Recommended brand products to customers to encourage repeat purchases and foster customer loyalty
Membership Representative
Nielsen Company
09.2019 - 10.2021
Maintained membership database, ensuring that all information was current and accurate.
Scheduled and assigned daily work and activities for team members.
Identified issues and immediately stepped up to guarantee speedy and effective resolutions.
Built talented team through hiring and training new associates.
Increased customer acquisitions by 10% through effective social media management, grassroots marketing and new member orientation.
Actively engaged clients upon entrance with pleasant greeting.
Promoted high level of customer satisfaction using strong relationship-building skills, consistent follow-up and prompt issue resolution.
Performed cold-calling and follow-ups with leads to secure new revenue.
Maintained membership database, ensuring that all information was current and accurate
Identified issues and immediately stepped up to guarantee speedy and effective resolutions
Actively engaged clients upon entrance with pleasant greeting
Promoted high level of customer satisfaction using strong relationship-building skills, consistent follow-up and prompt issue resolution
Contacted customers and prospects to generate new business to achieve company growth goals
Demonstrated products and specific features at customer locations and special events
Account Manager
Gourmet Foods International
09.2018 - 03.2019
Addressed problems with accounting, billing, and service delivery to maintain and enhance client satisfaction.
Built and strengthened long-lasting client relationships based on accurate price quotes and customer-centric terms.
Educated clients on new products or services to increase customer engagement with brand.
Facilitated client satisfaction and renewed customer relations to drive growth.
Oversaw new business development to generate sales leads, negotiate client pricing and forecast revenue
Recommended brand products to customers to encourage repeat purchases and foster customer loyalty
Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions
Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth
Account Manager
International Gourmet Foods
12.2001 - 03.2018
Addressed problems with accounting, billing, and service delivery to maintain and enhance client satisfaction.
Built and strengthened long-lasting client relationships based on accurate price quotes and customer-centric terms.
Educated clients on new products or services to increase customer engagement with brand.
Facilitated client satisfaction and renewed customer relations to drive growth.
Evaluated client needs and developed tailored solutions to increase positive customer ratings.
Monitored and analyzed customer feedback to identify opportunities for improvement.
Developed and implemented strategies to increase client retention.
Oversaw new business development to generate sales leads, negotiate client pricing and forecast revenue.
Set clear sales goals to identify activities and behaviors to advance sales process and close deals.
Recommended brand products to customers to encourage repeat purchases and foster customer loyalty.
Negotiated prices for products and freights to reduce cost of acquisition by achieving lower price.
Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.
Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
Recorded accurate and efficient records in customer database.
Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
Liaised with marketing and sales teams to develop targeted campaigns
Identified key entry points to enhance market penetration and maximize returns
Skills
Business Planning
Investor Relations
Customer Service
Business Administration
Microsoft programs
Salesforce
Time management
Listening Skills
Business launch
Customer Relations
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Owner
Paula Inc
01.2023 - Current
Account Manager
SYSCO Food Services
10.2021 - 10.2022
Membership Representative
Nielsen Company
09.2019 - 10.2021
Account Manager
Gourmet Foods International
09.2018 - 03.2019
Account Manager
International Gourmet Foods
12.2001 - 03.2018
High School Diploma -
Central Sr High
No Degree - Travel
Omega Travel
Education
High School Diploma -
Central Sr High
Seat Pleasant, MD
No Degree - Travel
Omega Travel
Fairfax, Va
Rowing
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