Alison M. Ford
Alison M. Ford

Sales and Marketing Professional

Actively looking · Member since 10 Apr 2026
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United States
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Full Time, Part Time
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About

Professional summary

I am a highly motivated and results-driven communicator with qualifications in all aspects of business-to-business sales, marketing strategy, new business development, and account management. With over 20 years of experience, I have a proven track record of driving business growth and exceeding sales targets. I am passionate about building strong relationships and understanding customer needs, which has helped me excel as a Hunter-Closer in various industries including senior living community marketing, healthcare, higher education, foodservice, and K-12.

I possess strong business writing and editing skills, complemented by my experience as a professional voiceover talent and conversational Spanish speaker. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated exceptional project management and negotiation skills, and I am proficient in tools such as Excel, Word, and Salesforce. I am also a dedicated team motivator with excellent mentoring and training abilities.

My professional experience spans roles such as New Submissions Director, Substitute Teacher, Inside Product Specialist, Inside Sales Specialist, Account Executive, Regional Sales Manager, Marketing Consultant, and Marketing Manager. I have worked with diverse clients and industries, consistently delivering results through cold calling, account management, marketing strategy, and customer service.

I am comfortable working both independently and collaboratively, with a strong focus on meeting and exceeding quotas. My background in education and training, including a B.A. in English with a Creative Writing minor and a Substitute Teacher License, supports my ability to communicate effectively and adapt to various roles.

I am eager to leverage my extensive sales and marketing expertise, along with my interpersonal and organizational skills, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization. I am committed to continuous learning and professional growth, and I look forward to new challenges that allow me to apply my skills and passion for business development.

Skills

27 capabilities

Experience

Career history

New Submissions Director Marquis Who’s Who, Uniondale, NY

Scheduling and conducting interviews with high-level candidates for possible inclusion into Marquis Who’s Who registry and their suite of branding and marketing products.

Substitute Teacher North Coast Shared Services Alliance, Cleveland, OH

Serving eight school districts, K-12, in all subject areas including World Language, Science, Math, ELA and Social Studies. At present, full-time floating building sub for Rocky River High School, Rocky River, OH

Inside Product Specialist Interactive Access Corp., Home Office Westlake, OH

Managed active sales pipeline within Salesforce for global client Dannon promoting brands to key decision makers in Healthcare, College & University and Company Headquarters’ foodservice departments. Consistently exceeded quotas through direct phone calls and email follow-up, database clean-up, and market intelligence development.

Inside Sales Specialist COMS Interactive, LLC, Broadview Heights, OH

Inside Sales Team member for software company assisting nurses with resident assessments. Exceeded goals scheduling prospects for live webinars and demos with key stakeholders.

Account Executive HKM Direct Market Communications, Cleveland, OH

Business development for Cleveland’s largest commercial printers. Cold phone prospecting, setting meetings, and managing accounts from close to delivery.

Regional Sales Manager Celiac Awareness Tour, Rocky River, OH

Inside Sales producer focused on new business development for gluten-free events company. Responsible for writing, presenting, and closing sponsorship and exhibitor proposals. Assisted marketing with ad creation, media placement, press releases, and printed materials. Achieved 165% of plan at resignation.

Marketing Consultant The EPIC Group, Rocky River, OH

Freelance marketing consultant serving senior care community chains throughout U.S. Executed press release and newsletter writing/editing, census-building strategies, and call center responsibilities on a per-project basis.

Inside Sales - Member Services Dental2U, Westlake, OH

Licensed health insurance agent responsible for sales and enrollment for dental insurance coverage. Managed office operations including phone inquiries, accounts receivable, and mobile dental services details. Interfaced with insurance carriers and dental practices.

Account Executive Sun Newspapers, Valley View, OH

Top performing territory sales professional for daily and weekly print, online and niche products. Heavy cold calling and phone prospecting. Copywriting and ad creation. Proven closer building and maintaining revenue in a tough environment.

Marketing Manager POLYCASE, Avon, OH

Marketing and promotions for manufacturer of electronic enclosures. Managed databases for publications and vendors. Writer, editor and proofreader for corporate correspondence, advertising, website copy, and press releases. Project management on yearly product line brochure.

Education

Learning history

University of Connecticut

Liberal Arts (incomplete)

Cleveland State University

Bachelor of Arts in English, Creative Writing minor

Poetry Editor, Whiskey Island Magazine

New York University

Certificate in Public Relations

State of Ohio

Substitute Teacher License

Ohio Substitute Teacher Licensure

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