Elizabeth Brahler
Sales and Marketing
Springfield,IL
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record at Brahler Inc., driving market expansion and revenue growth. Skilled in contract negotiations and employee retention, I excel in strategic planning and relationship building. Proficient in financial analysis and adept at implementing successful advertising campaigns, I consistently exceed business objectives.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Manager
Driftwood Hospitality Management LLC
08.2024 - Current
- Attended industry events and conventions to expain sales opportunities.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
- Aligned company goals with customer outcomes and increased satisfaction by automating contact management systems.
- Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Managed revenue models, process flows, operations support, and customer engagement strategies.
Vice President Of Operations
Brahler Inc.
03.1999 - Current
- Directed cross-functional teams to successfully launch new products and services, expanding the company's market share.
- Excellent networking and lead experience in leading operations and enhancing revenue.
- Bringing expertise in contract negotiations along with interpersonal communication, relationship building and team leadership abilities.
- Results driven and proactive with demonstrated record of accomplishment in exceeding business objectives.
- Expertise in recuiting and retention of employees.
- My duties included overseeing 70+ employees.
- Knowledgeable in Insurance and Workmen's Comp Claims.
- I conduct Interviews, Backgroud Checks, Drug Testing & Hiring.
- Work in depth with local & National Media Companies in implementing and promoting advertising campaigns.
Director Of Sales
Holiday Inn Corporation
06.1992 - 05.1994
- Developed and implemented strategic sales plans to penetrate new markets and drive business growth.
- Led a high-performing sales team to exceed revenue targets.
- Cultivated strong relationships with key accounts and partners, resulting in long-term business growth and retention
Sales Manager
Hilton Corporation
01.1990 - 05.1992
- Developed and executed innovative sales strategies resulting in customer acquisition
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and opportunities for growth, leading to increase in overall sales
- Collaborated with marketing teams to create targeted campaigns that led to a increase in lead generation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Journalism
Murray State University
Murray Ky.05-1989
Skills
- Understanding of State and Federal Laws regarding employees
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Prospect targeting
- Software understanding in Excel, Word, Accounting Link & Quick Books
- Proficient in IDES Softwear
- Employee record retention
- Implementation & Budgeting of Advertising Campaigns
- Marketing Strategies
- Customer & Fleet Point Person
- Bookkeeping
- Able to prepare & analyze financial reports
- Expertise in Social Media Platforms; Facebook, Instagram, TicTok and Canva
Accomplishments
Hilton Employee of the Year Hilton Management December 1990
I was awarded this prestigious award for going above and beyond my duties as Sales Manager on Hiltons management team.
This award had never before been awarded to a person within the Hilton Mangement Team & I was very touched to receive this honor.
The Youngest Director of Sales. Holiday Inn Corporation June 1992
Youngest Director of Sales to be sent & complete the Holiday Inn Sales mangement program.
I was the youngest Director Of Sales to hold this postion within the U.S Holiday Inn Corporation.
Certification
SHRM SHRM.ORG September 2024
I am working on obtaining my SHRM HR Certification. I hope to have this completed by the fall of 2024.
Timeline
Sales Manager
Driftwood Hospitality Management LLC
08.2024 - Current
Vice President Of Operations
Brahler Inc.
03.1999 - Current
Director Of Sales
Holiday Inn Corporation
06.1992 - 05.1994
Sales Manager
Hilton Corporation
01.1990 - 05.1992
Bachelor of Science - Journalism
Murray State University
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