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Summer Wikstrom

Summer Wikstrom

Bountiful,UT

Summary

Accomplished Sales Manager offering high performance leading development and implementation of superior sales strategy. Proven track record of identifying and creating profitable business opportunities, qualifying authentic prospects and cultivating strong partnerships. Demonstrated expertise in team leadership and development.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Published Author

AMZ Digital Publishers
Bountiful, Utah
03.2023 - Current

Published Author of The Unstoppable Shine trilogy, which became an Amazon Best Seller.

  • Interacted with editors to address feedback and make necessary changes to content.
  • Proofread and reviewed all print and electronic content to verify grammar, tone and creative quality.
  • Edited and revised content based on feedback to meet publication standards.

Marketing Major Account Executive

The Grand Forks Herald
Grand Forks , ND
08.2014 - 07.2026
  • Participated in weekly team meetings providing updates on progress towards goals.
  • Created presentations for new product launches to be presented to executive-level decision makers.
  • Prospected and identified potential customers through outbound cold calling, email campaigns, and social media outreach.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase customer base in major accounts.

Territory Lead Manager

American Greetings
Rockford, IL
05.2006 - 11.2008
  • Conducted regular meetings with the team to discuss progress on projects and tasks.
  • Developed and implemented policies, procedures and objectives to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Managed staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training and disciplining employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring and appraising job results.

Corporate Travel Consultant

Rosenbluth International
Fargo, ND
06.1999 - 01.2001
  • Utilized automated systems to book reservations and track expenses related to corporate travel.
  • Monitored changes in airline schedules or prices in order to provide cost savings opportunities for the organization.
  • Researched and provided cost-effective options for corporate travel needs.
  • Assisted in the planning of complex international travel arrangements.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Business Travel And Tourism

National American University - Rapid City
Rapid City, SD
05-1999

Associate of Applied Science - Business Travel And Tourism

NDSU College of Business
Fargo, ND
05-1997

Skills

  • Social Media Promotion
  • Proofreading abilities
  • Character Development
  • Creative Writing
  • Digital advertising
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Marketing Plan Development
  • Direct marketing campaigns
  • Account Management
  • Customer Service-Oriented
  • Strategic Marketing
  • Performance Evaluation
  • Product and Service Sales
  • Marketing
  • Client networking
  • Reservations Management
  • Travel Arrangements
  • Exceptional customer service

Accomplishments

Amazon Best Selling Author fictional novels and children's books.

Timeline

Published Author

AMZ Digital Publishers
03.2023 - Current

Marketing Major Account Executive

The Grand Forks Herald
08.2014 - 07.2026

Territory Lead Manager

American Greetings
05.2006 - 11.2008

Corporate Travel Consultant

Rosenbluth International
06.1999 - 01.2001

Associate of Applied Science - Business Travel And Tourism

National American University - Rapid City

Associate of Applied Science - Business Travel And Tourism

NDSU College of Business
Summer Wikstrom