Highly motivated professional with over 20 years of extensive marketing communications experience and knowledge in various industries - pharmaceutical/healthcare, telecommunications, packaged goods, hotel/hospitality, and all aspects of professional and consumer promotional planning
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Household Manager, Aka "SAHM"
Hazelton Household
Stuart, FL
04.2014 - Current
Managed multiple schedules, budgets, meal planning and routines to best suit all family members
Volunteered at school fundraisers and served as "Room Mom" each year
Coordinated mom's groups and educational / social activities for children and networking for moms in multiple residing cities
Member of Junior League of the Palm Beaches
Top sales person for an online gift boutique business for 2 years
Associate Director, MS Patient Services Strategy
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
East Hanover, NJ
04.2013 - 04.2014
Developed strategic recommendations and implementation plans for patient support services
Collaborated and partnered with cross-functional stakeholders to meet brand objectives, including US Market Access, Commercial Operations, Marketing, Patient Advocacy, Sales, Compliance, Legal, Medical and Market Analytics along with external customers and stakeholders
Built performance dashboards and interpreted hub data for purposes of assessing market trends, program utilization, and performance against defined KPIs and "Customer First" business approach
Responsible for successful design, implementation and operational excellence of all patient reimbursement support programs via results-driven management of external support agencies and vendors
AD, Marketing Communications/Promotional Planning
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
East Hanover, NJ
03.2007 - 03.2013
Supported several product launches and brands throughout the years in this role, including Gilenya, ILARIS, Extavia, Customer-Driven Models for the Field Force, BP Success Zone and the associated Nurse Program
Directed marketing projects with partner agencies through conceptual planning, schedule management and final implementation ie; marketing copy, images, videos, emails and all internal and external supporting collateral
Served as Field Force Liaison for the regions to pull through key initiatives via team presentations and training at sales meetings
Developed insights on marketing campaigns and day-to-day operations to assess performance against goals and brand strategy
Built and strengthened strategic relationships with Senior Leadership, vendors, advertising agencies and leading industry partners, while managing a team of 5 marketing communication managers
Contributed expertise and worked closely with Compliance & Legal Departments to ensure accuracy of all regulations and SOPs
Account Group Supervisor, Ogilvy Worldwide
Ogilvy CommonHealth Worldwide
Parsippany, NJ
11.2004 - 03.2007
Responsible for driving the strategy on multiple brands while overseeing quality and successful implementation of all programs and tactics
Senior account lead for launch of Symbicort, ZOOM!, ENJUVIA, Aldara, and Nestle Infant Nutrition brands, developing innovative concepts and tactics for patients, professional targets, sales meetings, training, and market research
Oversaw DRTV production, website enchantments, call center script development, as well as budget management tools to meet 2% scope of work variance for agency Clients
Devised new promotional approaches to boost customer numbers and market penetration while enhancing consumer engagement, driving growth, and resulting in a positive ROI, both digital and offline
Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production and shipping
Developed quality-driven team culture to boost performance, morale and efficiency while maintaining highly satisfied team
Account Supervisor
DVC Worldwide Agency
Morristown, NJ
03.1998 - 11.2004
Solid professional accomplishments throughout my 6 years at DVC, starting out as an Account Executive
Lead account manager for Pfizer's Listerine Whitening product launch, AT&T Sponsorships and Partnerships Business, AT&T / NBA Ultimate FanZone Promotion, AT&T Co-Marketing Hotel Program, Nabisco and Pillsbury
Extensive knowledge in promotional areas of co-marketing, sponsorships, retail partnerships, print, TV, radio, DM, sweepstakes administration, production, market research and team management
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
Skills
Dedicated team leader with excellent organizational, interpersonal, time management, planning, and problem-solving skills
Outstanding written / oral presentation skills combined with a strong strategic & analytical ability
Ambitious, outgoing and creative nature with a desire for leadership opportunities in a positive, results-driven culture
Ability to excel in high-pressure environments that require flexibility , pro-activity and solution-oriented thinking