Troy Koska
New Lenox,IL
Summary
A dynamic and versatile professional with experience in brand management, event coordination, and student affairs. Proven ability to execute strategic marketing initiatives, enhance brand visibility, and drive sales through effective communication and engagement strategies. Skilled in team leadership, project management, and creating positive community environments.Highly adaptable and collaborative, with a track record of successfully managing diverse responsibilities across multiple roles.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Marketing Intern
Sunday Night Foods, LLC
Des Moines, IA
09.2023 - Current
- Successfully executed strategic Farmers' Market and other local events resulting in increased brand exposure and boosted sales.
- Elevated sales velocity by presenting product demos to potential buyers at physical retail locations.
- Created and executed social media strategies to increase customer engagement.
- Secured potential buyers and store placements by tabling at the Atlanta Gift Show
- Assisted in the creation of brand premiums and giveaways for marketing purposes
- Successfully cared for and nurtured office plants.
Assistant Resident Hall Coordinator
Drake University Residence Life
Des Moines, Iowa
08.2024 - Current
- Oversaw activities of a team comprising of 12 Resident Assistants
- Assisted in managing daily operations and administrative tasks for a residence hall, housing over 400 students.
- Managed allocated hall funds effectively
- Oversaw and managed front desk operations
- Acted as a resource and mediator for students, addressing and resolving conflicts and concerns effectively.
Brand Ambassador Intern
Radio Flyer
Chicago, Illinois
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Organized and managed test ride events across Chicagoland, effectively increasing visibility for Flyer eBikes
- Monitored consumer feedback and supplied it to the product development team.
- Created A+ website content and performed website audits to support Brand Communications department.
VP of Projects
American Marketing Association Club
Des Moines, IA
05.2023 - Current
- Takes on projects within organization.
- Partners with Coca-cola to coordinate sampling events around campus and Des Moines Area.
- Gained customer insight through conducting surveys and discussion.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing, Management, Entrepreneurship
Drake University
Des Moines, IA05-2025
Skills
- Sales Techniques
- Market research, forecasting, and analysis
- Team Management
- Adaptable
- Customer Engagement
Timeline
Assistant Resident Hall Coordinator
Drake University Residence Life
08.2024 - Current
Marketing Intern
Sunday Night Foods, LLC
09.2023 - Current
Brand Ambassador Intern
Radio Flyer
05.2023 - 08.2024
VP of Projects
American Marketing Association Club
05.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing, Management, Entrepreneurship
Drake University
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