Sales and Marketing Professional
- Location
- United States
- Desired Salary
- Unspecified
- Work preference
- Full Time, Part Time
- Links
- Not set
- Joined
- 10 Apr 2026
- Field / Industry
- Content & Editorial
About Me
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
Communication SkillsProject ManagementProblem SolvingSalesforceCustomer ServiceTime ManagementAccount ManagementRelationship BuildingStrategic PlanningTrainingLead GenerationMicrosoft ExcelMarket ResearchMentoringEmail MarketingContent CreationData EntrySales ManagementMarketing StrategyEditingCopywritingDatabase ManagementCustomer RetentionEvent ManagementSales TrainingAdvertisingPublic Relations
Education
Liberal Arts (incomplete)
Bachelor of Arts in English, Creative Writing minor
Poetry Editor, Whiskey Island Magazine
Certificate in Public Relations
Substitute Teacher License
Ohio Substitute Teacher Licensure
Experience
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.
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
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 Team member for software company assisting nurses with resident assessments. Exceeded goals scheduling prospects for live webinars and demos with key stakeholders.
Business development for Cleveland’s largest commercial printers. Cold phone prospecting, setting meetings, and managing accounts from close to delivery.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.