STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP MANAGER: Collaborative leader with a dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote an engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading, and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP MANAGER
Landed, Inc
06.2021 - 12.2022
Identify and build strategic partnerships with education institutions, municipalities, healthcare institutions, and government entities to increase brand awareness
Identify and manage new corporate business development channels to support revenue growth and strategic pillars through targeted outreach and strong project planning
Analyze and report on SPM initiatives, forecast strategic changes, and manage partnership pipeline
Create a systematic, process-driven approach to track outreach and relationship management
Work closely with President and Co-founder, and collaborate with senior management and other teammates to align internal goals with new and existing SPM relationships
Forecast, measure, and report the results of various projects with strategic partners, including co-created and/or co-branded content promotions, lead sharing, and event partnerships
Increased corporate business development relationships by 125% above the projected goal with key corporate partners
Manage conferences and events including budget planning, staffing, and vendors
Facilitated strategy development and planned with cross-functional teams.
Enforced use of required processes and tools for partnership management.
Developed annual account objectives and formalized client communications for communication of goals and plans.
Assessed strategic partnership outcomes and created action plans for improving results.
Administered portfolio of 75+ current and potential clients through partnership lifecycle to meet growth goals.
Led strategic partnership team to cultivate relationships with internal groups and current and potential partner organizations.
NATIONAL SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER
Hubbard Broadcast Media
01.2017 - 05.2020
Develop and design solution-based strategies for B2B accounts using experiential events, and digital and broadcast media strategies to increase target/key account revenue and market share using various strategic tactics and tools integrating a full-funnel strategic marketing approach for presentations to CXO, COO, and Administrators
Managed, supported, and grew business relationships with existing accounts and developed strategies to increase sales and revenue.
Boosted sales by 80%, territory by 100%, and market share by 25% during 12 month period using cross-selling techniques.
NATIONAL CLIENT-BASED SALES SOLUTION MANAGER
United Public Safety
01.2014 - 01.2017
Identified, cultivated, and secured local and national, hospital, municipal, and education-based client accounts in need of a cloud-based automated parking enforcement solution
Boosted product exposure through set-up and management of trade shows, conferences, and expos, coordinated/managed sales events, and regional B2B conferences
Grew sales from $750K to $1.7M – in 180 days by organically identifying and closing new business development opportunities with municipalities, educational institutions, and hospitals throughout the United States
Met with customers to give sales presentations, negotiate contracts, and promote services.
Developed and implemented effective sales strategies and led nationwide sales team members to achieve sales targets.
Negotiated and closed agreements with large customers and monitored and analyzed performance metrics.
Generated a 150% overall increase in new business development
Recognized and honored as UPS’ #1 National Client-Based Sales Solution Manager
CEO and Founder
URB Advertising, Event Planning
01.2009 - 01.2014
Managed a 3-member team of account executives at a full-service boutique advertising, marketing agency, and event planning agency with a focus on copywriting, designing and developing advertising/marketing strategies to increase direct-to-consumer client sales and brand identity
Controlled accounts/receivables for multi-million-dollar client budgets
Media planning and placement in local/national outlets
Supervised and managed independent contractors on projects as needed
Planned and orchestrated the major launch of Oprah Winfrey’s favorite jeans, “CJ by Cookie Johnson,” at Neiman Marcus
Designed and executed high-impact strategies for national CPG brands including Philadelphia Phillies, Reebok, and Coke, and managed campaigns for diverse brands such as Akademiks, Converse, Pro-Keds, and Dr. Pepper
Partnered with high-profile celebrities (Will Smith, Magic Johnson) on branded events
Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
Organized, developed, and oversaw “The Art of Peace and Love School Tour” promoting peace to youth in schools, universities, and colleges
Raised more than $100k+ in the startup year with the successful launch of the e-commerce platform
SENIOR SALES AND MARKETING ACCOUNT MANAGER
IHeart Media and Radio One
Earned spot as #1 Sales Revenue Account Manager, bringing in more than $1.5 million in billing
Secured title sponsorship for the annual concert event during the first month on the job
Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution and client satisfaction.
Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions, and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
Managed sales cycle to enhance business development and maintain sustainability and customer satisfaction.
Produced contracts, reports, letters, and proposals for clients.
Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.
Improved sales processes to streamline customer acquisition and onboarding strategies.
Created effective strategies to target new markets after researching and analyzing competitor behavior.
Developed innovative marketing campaigns to increase engagement with target demographic and drive brand exposure.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
American Business Institute
Philadelphia, PA
Skills
Client Relationship Management
Event Design & Management
Lead Generation
Budgeting & Forecasting
Manage Strategic Partnerships
Multi-Channel Marketing
Digital Sales Social Media Ad Sales
New Business Development
Trade Show Management
Cross-Departmental Alignment
Brand Alignment Strategy
Budgeting and Expenditures
Profitability Assessments
Operational Efficiency
Marketing Program Management
Performance Tracking and Evaluations
Personnel Management
Organizational Systems
Client Relationships
Timeline
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP MANAGER
Landed, Inc
06.2021 - 12.2022
NATIONAL SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER
Hubbard Broadcast Media
01.2017 - 05.2020
NATIONAL CLIENT-BASED SALES SOLUTION MANAGER
United Public Safety
01.2014 - 01.2017
CEO and Founder
URB Advertising, Event Planning
01.2009 - 01.2014
SENIOR SALES AND MARKETING ACCOUNT MANAGER
IHeart Media and Radio One
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management