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Stephanie Housel

Carrollton,TX

Summary

Visionary leader with proven track record in steering organizations toward success through strategic planning and effective management. Skilled in building cohesive teams, driving innovation, and enhancing operational efficiency to achieve business objectives. Demonstrated ability to transform challenges into opportunities, resulting in significant impact on company growth and profitability. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO/ Business Owner/Business Owner

Mighty Grip Inc.
D, Texas
01.2014 - 12.2023
  • Created a marketing plan to increase awareness of the organization's activities in the community.
  • Identified new business opportunities through market research.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers and other partners.
  • Developed policies, procedures, and short-term and long-term goals for the organization.
  • Oversaw daily administrative tasks such as payroll processing, accounts payable and receivable management.
  • Initiated projects aimed at improving customer service standards across departments.
  • Represented the organization at community events and public forums to promote its mission.
  • Collaborated with staff members to ensure operational efficiency of the organization.
  • Managed personnel issues including recruitment, hiring, training, performance evaluation, and termination.
  • Delivered speeches and attended industry conferences to promote company image and engage with buyers.
  • Coordinated work across departments to keep teams on track with company goals.
  • Built talent pipeline to support business growth and enduring success.
  • Oversaw development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures.
  • Represented the company in industry events, conferences, and public engagements.
  • Oversaw the development and launch of new products and services.
  • Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of a large staff in multiple departments.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers ensuring best value pricing options were secured.
  • Developed training programs for new employees as well as existing staff members.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock was available at all times.
  • Resolved customer service issues in a timely manner while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Organized and oversaw work schedules of departmental managers.
  • Enhanced customer service and satisfaction through policy and procedural changes.
  • Contributed to organizational strategic direction to improve products and services.
  • Communicated clear and consistent messages regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.
  • Developed and maintained client relationships to grow business and improve account retention.
  • Established operational guidelines and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Promoted products, increasing customer base, and market share.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
  • Created customer-focused messaging that resonates with target audiences.
  • Developed strategies for online visibility through SEO and SEM optimization techniques.
  • Recruited and managed a team of marketers responsible for executing projects.
  • Directed the development of digital assets such as websites, e-commerce platforms, blogs, email campaigns.
  • Provided guidance on creative direction for branding efforts across multiple channels.
  • Organized promotional campaigns, including social media, print materials, press releases, and website content.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant laws governing advertising practices.
  • Designed and produced marketing collateral for product launches and promotions.
  • Oversaw budgeting for all marketing activities, ensuring expenditures were within allocated limits.
  • Identified opportunities for new business partnerships or other growth initiatives.
  • Negotiated contracts with outside vendors such as printers, photographers, and web developers.
  • Managed relationships with advertising agencies and vendors.
  • Coordinated events such as trade shows and conferences to promote products or services.
  • Updated web pages and social media profiles with engaging and current content.
  • Executed updated marketing plans to increase branding exposure, customer traffic and sales.
  • Planned and produced highly effective experiential marketing events.
  • Developed and implemented strategic marketing campaigns, including site promotions and engaging digital content.
  • Managed the creative process, working closely with graphic designers, copywriters, and other creative professionals to produce high-quality marketing materials.
  • Led development and execution of comprehensive marketing strategies to enhance brand recognition and drive revenue growth.
  • Oversaw the development and management of the company's website, ensuring it serves as an effective digital marketing tool.
  • Mentored and developed marketing team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Oversaw the creation of marketing collateral, including brochures, presentations, and digital content, to support sales efforts.
  • Boosted sales by developing new product marketing strategies.
  • Directed the customer relationship management (CRM) strategy, including segmentation, targeting, and personalization tactics.
  • Negotiated with vendors and media outlets to secure favorable terms for advertising and promotional activities.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key industry influencers and strategic partners to amplify marketing efforts.
  • Expanded new businesses by developing powerful sales, advertising and marketing campaigns.
  • Led the planning and execution of trade shows, conferences, and other marketing events to promote the brand and generate leads.
  • Worked closely with customers to determine appropriate marketing offerings and strategies for business needs.
  • Coordinated marketing events for showcasing product and service offerings.
  • Negotiated with vendors to obtain most cost-effective pricing for product distribution.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals to add value to marketing team.
  • Cultivated business partnerships to build lasting relationships with internal and external parties.
  • Planned and facilitated meetings to share marketing plans and explain future business goals.
  • Marketed products and services at tradeshows and promotional events.
  • Developed and implemented marketing plans for new products.
  • Created content for promotional materials, including brochures, flyers, and websites.
  • Managed social media accounts and campaigns.
  • Organized trade shows and exhibitions to promote brand awareness.
  • Monitored competitors' activities to keep up with industry trends.
  • Conducted customer research to gain insights into consumer behavior.
  • Generated ideas to increase sales through creative promotions.
  • Coordinated with external vendors to produce promotional items such as t-shirts and mugs.
  • Built relationships with influencers in the industry for increased visibility.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify potential opportunities for growth.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of marketing campaigns using analytics tools.
  • Planned events such as webinars or seminars to engage customers.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws related to advertising and promotions.
  • Collaborated with internal teams on product launches and advertising strategies.
  • Maintained relationships with key customers through regular communication.
  • Designed graphics and logos for advertisements, newsletters, and other marketing collateral.
  • Drafted press releases announcing new products or services.
  • Developed social media marketing strategies to help brand company and increase sales.
  • Managed creation of marketing materials, collateral and sales support tools.
  • Formulated and launched marketing and promotional campaigns to maximize profits.
  • Managed social media presence and directed programs to improve social media reputation and recognition.
  • Monitored progress and submitted performance reports.
  • Delivered compelling sales presentations to demonstrate expert product knowledge.
  • Led nationwide marketing campaigns from planning to execution.
  • Managed the design and production of promotional materials, such as websites and brochures.
  • Utilized strong analytical ability to evaluate end-to-end customer experience across multiple channels and customer touchpoints.
  • Identified opportunities for new client acquisition through various marketing channels.
  • Supervised the department and provided guidance and feedback to other marketing professionals.
  • Planned and executed campaigns for corporate promotion, launching of new product lines.
  • Produced ideas for promotional events or activities and organized them efficiently.
  • Marketed research and analyzed data to identify and define audiences.
  • Coordinated with sales teams to develop mutual approaches to problems and opportunities.
  • Oversaw the company's marketing budget.
  • Developed and supervised marketing campaigns and events to maximize income and achieve audience targets.
  • Prepared monthly sales reports to document sales volumes, potential sales, and areas of proposed client base expansion.
  • Represented company at local and trade association meetings to promote products.
  • Conducted thorough market research to obtain detailed understanding of consumer needs and trends.
  • Prepared and sent proposals to prospective clients.
  • Established effective working relationships with sales and agency leadership.
  • Developed and managed digital marketing campaigns.
  • Liaised with media and advertising agencies to promote products.
  • Worked with management team to oversee and monitor marketing strategy.
  • Developed marketing strategies based on corporate objectives and market trends.
  • Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders such as donors, volunteers, partners, and sponsors.
  • Reviewed contracts submitted by legal counsel before presenting them to the CEO and Chairman for approval.
  • Monitored daily emails sent to the executive office; responding when appropriate or forwarding to the correct person and department.
  • Managed all incoming calls for the executive office in a professional manner.
  • Updated organizational charts and maintained employee contact lists.
  • Coordinated events with vendors for various functions such as team building activities or offsite meetings.
  • Provided administrative support such as preparing reports, transcribing notes, filing documents.
  • Developed strong working relationships with outside vendors as well as internal departments.
  • Organized executive's schedule by arranging meetings, conferences, teleconferences, and travel.
  • Greeted and assisted high-level visitors, including company executives, board members, and shareholders.
  • Assisted in coordinating special projects assigned by the CEO and Chairman which included researching industry trends and best practices.
  • Maintained confidential files and records for the Chairman and CEO.
  • Drafted correspondence to internal and external parties on behalf of the executive.
  • Entered customer information and updates in database system to track leads, interactions, relationships and propel sales opportunities.
  • Scheduled and arranged travel and hotel reservations for meetings, conferences and seminars.
  • Tackled and addressed top-level, high-priority issues with professional administrative discretion.
  • Coordinated meeting and work schedules for staff teams and executives.
  • Managed and tracked expenses to meet company budget requirements.
  • Opened, read and replied to e-mails, letters and correspondence on behalf of executives.
  • Managed daily invoices, reports and proposals.
  • Followed proper accounting and bookkeeping procedures to support audits.
  • Screened phone calls for executives to instantly identify priority clients and filter out spam calls.
  • Made travel arrangements to provide executives seamless and travel policy-approved business trips.
  • Conducted research and collected and analyzed data to prepare reports and documents.
  • Leveraged word processing software to create proposals, letters and memos.
  • Facilitated board meeting agendas and distributed support materials in advance for successful sessions.
  • Developed innovative design concepts for a variety of clients.
  • Produced detailed mock-ups of proposed designs for client approval.
  • Assisted in the development of marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, posters.
  • Created sketches, illustrations, logos and other graphic elements to be used in various projects.
  • Utilized digital tools such as Adobe Creative Suite for creating visuals.
  • Collaborated with clients to identify design needs and develop creative solutions.
  • Presented final designs to clients for review before implementation.
  • Stayed up-to-date on current design trends in order to provide fresh ideas.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality standards.
  • Communicated with several key clients weekly to discuss individual needs and overall vision.
  • Oversaw fulfillment of art and design needs for marketing, multi-media, merchandising and publicity efforts.
  • Brainstormed various strategies and proposed these strategies for client approval.
  • Created product designs in alignment with specifications.
  • Worked with client via email, phone and in-person to collect information to complete designs.
  • Attended design shows and reviewed magazines to better understand consumer trends.
  • Submitted rough drafts to clients and management to gain approval.
  • Created new designs and iterations during marketing strategy sessions.
  • Created product lines and marketed through retail venues, boutiques or mail-order catalogs.
  • Sketched drawings and wrote specifications to meet client requirements.

Education

High School Diploma -

Naaman Forest High School
Garland, TX
01-1999

Skills

  • Operational Excellence
  • Innovation management
  • Crisis Management
  • Corporate Governance
  • Inspirational leadership
  • Talent Development
  • Portfolio Management
  • Business Administration
  • Operations Management
  • Human Resources
  • Systems Organization
  • Marketing and Advertising
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Brand Management
  • Business Planning
  • New Business Development
  • Staff Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Employee Motivation and Performance
  • Planning and coordination
  • Relationship Building
  • Training and Development

Affiliations

  • strong design vision in creating and executing vision boards and design concepts.
  • organizing of events and planning weddings, fashion shows, entertainment photoshoots and commercials
  • fashion and commercial production
  • professional hair and makeup artist
  • non profit events organizer

Timeline

CEO/ Business Owner/Business Owner

Mighty Grip Inc.
01.2014 - 12.2023

High School Diploma -

Naaman Forest High School
Stephanie Housel