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Rod Madsen

Lincoln,NE

Summary

Over 20 years of experience in a technology company driven to make a difference in peoples lives. A passion for filling a niche to help make a difference in whatever way possible and to see team members achieve success. A reputation for a strong work ethic that contributes to business growth, profits & sales objectives. Traveled all over the planet to witness a changing world first hand with professionals in academia and other key leadership roles who are working diligently to solve complex problems.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing Director

LI-COR Environmental
02.2022 - Current
  • Build strong relationships with scientists and industry professionals alongside Product Managers to execute Strategic Direction of Company.
  • Direct the Marcomm and Marketing Operations team with Sales Scientists to ensure customers receive targeted messaging for products while providing sales teams the information needed for success against the competitive environment.
  • Set market driven pricing of the product line and assist with Key Performance Indicators to drive business success.

Product and Senior Product Manager

LI-COR Environmental
01.2010 - 02.2022
  • Liaised with sales and marketing team to collect customer feedback, incorporating into subsequent production runs and development lifecycles.
  • Created product positioning strategies designed to achieve optimal market penetration.
  • Consulted with product development teams to enhance products based on customer interest data.
  • Developed communications plans for new and existing products to hit specific sales targets.

Applications Analyst

LI-COR Environmental
04.2003 - 01.2009

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  • Troubleshot incidents reported daily by end-users and scheduled system changes and identified solutions.
  • Answered various levels of technical support inquiries and sales calls leadingd to many Voice of Customer (VOC) opportunities in product development projects.
  • Enhanced project management skills by defining and presenting system solutions and timelines for business needs or technical problems.

Education

Master of Science - Entomology

University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE
05.2003

Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Biology And Criminal Justice

University of Nebraska-Kearney
Kearney, NE
05.2000

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Communications Management
  • Campaign Development
  • Strategic Planning

Timeline

Marketing Director

LI-COR Environmental
02.2022 - Current

Product and Senior Product Manager

LI-COR Environmental
01.2010 - 02.2022

Applications Analyst

LI-COR Environmental
04.2003 - 01.2009

Master of Science - Entomology

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Biology And Criminal Justice

University of Nebraska-Kearney
Rod Madsen