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Education
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Sarah Sherman

Sarah Sherman

Edina,USA

Summary

Marketing leader with over fifteen years of experience in data-driven marketing strategy, driving growth and innovation. Expertise in building cohesive teams and mentoring talent, enhancing operational efficiency and strategic decision-making. Proven success in managing products from ideation to market launch, achieving significant profitability. Skilled at identifying market opportunities and transforming challenges into actionable strategies that yield measurable results.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder, Principal Growth Consultant

Tillit Marketing Group
Minneapolis, USA
09.2023 - Current
  • Founded marketing group, scaling operations to achieve fifteen-fold growth in two years.
  • Launched startup offering innovative solutions to mid-market B2B brands.
  • Analyzed consumer trends data to refine product offerings and services.
  • Crafted strategic business plans to direct company growth and expansion.
  • Ensured full client retention, showcasing consistent delivery of value.
  • Produced case studies highlighting significant revenue growth and brand visibility.
  • Established scalable processes for sustainable operational efficiency.
  • Designed strategic initiatives aimed at boosting market share and revenue.

Director, Consulting Business Development

Ovative Group
Minneapolis, USA
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • Led a newly established consulting division, applying expertise in marketing and analytics to deliver unique strategic advice and insights, enhancing client outcomes, and contributing to diversified business growth.
  • Negotiated and closed deals across four critical areas: customer strategy and activation, marketing and media strategy, measurement strategy and activation, and technology and data solutions.
  • Raised market positioning by developing compelling sales and marketing materials, including persuasive case studies, service overviews, pricing models, and project evaluation criteria; created impactful thought leadership content in collaboration with executive leadership.
  • Developed and executed advanced marketing strategies, increasing visibility for consulting services and generating a strong pipeline of high-quality leads, while supporting sales growth and nurturing client relationships.
  • Collaborated with client services team to uncover and exploit cross-selling opportunities within existing client base, fostering sustained growth in consulting services.
  • Achieved significant milestone by securing agency's first-ever creative-only request for proposal (RFP), exemplifying innovative capabilities and expanding business opportunities.

Director of Account Management

Collective Measures (formerly Nina Hale)
Minneapolis, USA
04.2021 - 03.2023
  • Led 20-person account management team to achieve 15% year-over-year increase in satisfaction and record 71% Net Promoter Score in 2022.
  • Maintained service quality, resulting in 94% client rating of 'extremely satisfied' in 2022.
  • Contributed to 40% year-over-year revenue growth for top 5 client through strategic insights and persuasive proposals.
  • Conducted monthly revenue forecasting meetings for over 30 clients, aiding strategic decision-making and financial planning.
  • Streamlined agency processes, improving operational efficiency and team performance.
  • Implemented growth and sales plan for new agency tool, achieving higher-than-anticipated client adoption rates.
  • Achieved highest employee satisfaction rating among all teams at agency in 2022.
  • Focused on data-driven strategies as part of Collective Measures, formerly known as Nina Hale.

Associate Account Director » Account Director

Collective Measures
Minneapolis, USA
10.2016 - 04.2021
  • Designed and executed strategic marketing initiatives and cross-channel media campaigns, aligning projects with client KPIs, and optimizing outcomes through detailed analysis and partnerships.
  • Earned recognition for exceptional performance, receiving the 'Rookie of the Year' award, and being entrusted with the agency's largest business account within the first four months of tenure.
  • Developed strategic account plans to enhance client relationships and drive growth.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver integrated marketing solutions for clients.
  • Co-led the account management team, formulated comprehensive annual team plans, and monitored progress.

Category Marketing Manager

Best Buy
Minneapolis, USA
10.2015 - 10.2016
  • Spearheaded marketing activities for printers & ink, portable audio, and gaming divisions, enhancing market reach and brand visibility.
  • Drove 50% year-over-year growth in accounts by engaging vendors to promote marketing services.
  • Analyzed market trends and consumer insights to inform category positioning decisions.
  • Developed and launched inaugural co-vendor marketing campaign for printers & ink division, establishing benchmarks for future initiatives.
  • Established co-vendor campaign framework for printers & ink business, creating a sustainable marketing strategy.

Associate Marketing Manager

Best Buy
Minneapolis, USA
10.2014 - 10.2015
  • Championed creative campaigns for home theater, mobile, and smart home categories.
  • Served as the primary contact for internal and external partners while initiating a back-to-school influencer campaign.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align marketing initiatives with sales goals.

Account Supervisor

Carmichael Lynch
Minneapolis, USA
09.2011 - 10.2014
  • Served as primary contact for notable clients including GNC, Tempur-Pedic, and Steak' n Shake.
  • Oversaw proposals, budgets, and timelines to ensure alignment with business objectives.
  • Fostered strong client-agency relationships through proactive communication and project management.
  • Spearheaded rebranding efforts for GNC, coordinating cross-functional teams to exceed expectations.
  • Achieved recognition as '32 under 32' by AdFed for significant contributions in advertising.
  • Earned selection for executive-level project oversight despite entry-level status.

Summer Internships

Fallon, Weber Shandwick, Padilla CRT
Minneapolis, MN
06.2008 - 06.2011

Fallon Worldwide (Summer 2009)

Weber Shandwick (Summer 2010)

Padilla CRT (Summer 2011)

Education

Business Marketing, Psychology

University of Denver- Daniel's College of Business
Denver, CO
06-2011

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Market analysis
  • Business development
  • Customer relationship management
  • Revenue generation
  • Team leadership
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Innovative thinking
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Partnership building
  • Customer acquisition
  • Digital marketing expertise
  • Entrepreneurial leadership
  • Contract negotiation
  • Channel development
  • Revenue development
  • Digital marketing strategies
  • Digital marketing integration
  • Digital content generation
  • Omni-channel marketing
  • Account management
  • Client retention
  • Market research
  • Persuasive communication
  • Relationship management oversight
  • Cross-selling strategies
  • Creative problem solving
  • Effective negotiation skills
  • Performance measurement strategies
  • Brand marketing and strategy development

Professional Development

4A's Institute of Advertising Studies Certificate

Affiliations

  • Flourish Placemaking Collective / Ace in The City (2013-2020)
  • Opportunity International Young Ambassadors Committee (2014-2015)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Founder, Principal Growth Consultant

Tillit Marketing Group
09.2023 - Current

Director, Consulting Business Development

Ovative Group
04.2023 - 09.2023

Director of Account Management

Collective Measures (formerly Nina Hale)
04.2021 - 03.2023

Associate Account Director » Account Director

Collective Measures
10.2016 - 04.2021

Category Marketing Manager

Best Buy
10.2015 - 10.2016

Associate Marketing Manager

Best Buy
10.2014 - 10.2015

Account Supervisor

Carmichael Lynch
09.2011 - 10.2014

Summer Internships

Fallon, Weber Shandwick, Padilla CRT
06.2008 - 06.2011

Business Marketing, Psychology

University of Denver- Daniel's College of Business