William J. Kline
**** **** ****** ****, ***. **** ( Lyndhurst, NJ 07071
732-***-**** (C) ( ******@*****.***
MARKETING PROFESSIONAL
~ Over 8 years of marketing experience with a solid track record
of exceeding lead generation and revenue goals ~
> Practiced in all aspects of marketing including budget and project
management, communications, research, copywriting, advertising, events,
public relations, telemarketing and direct mail/email.
> Consistently recognized for high level of performance and the ability to
meet aggressive deadlines.
> Deep experience managing small to large-scale events and outreach efforts
and delivering results at less than budgeted.
CORE COMPETENCIES
( Project Management ( Online / Offline Marketing
( Social Media Marketing
( Events Management ( Community Outreach (
Public Relations
( Marketing Communications ( Product Launches (
Budget Management
( Market Research ( Customer Segmentation (
Guerilla Marketing
Professional Experience
Marketing Specialist ( 2008 - Present
American Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity, Recording for Blind & Dyslexic,
Taproot Foundation, Burbank Library ( Bergen County, NJ, Burbank, CA
Work with multiple non-profits to share marketing expertise in driving
fundraising and awareness efforts.
> Consult with local chapter heads and incorporate social media
marketing and web 2.0 strategies (e.g. FaceBook, Twitter) into
fundraising, community outreach, and internal communications systems.
> Organize numerous fund raisers and community events overseeing
budgets, staffing, communications, equipment and venue. Recognized for
driving record levels of attendance. Notable events include Sunday Fun
Day and Poker Ride.
> Planned and managed volunteers for successful locally televised Trivia
Challenge Fundraiser.
Medical Records Manager ( 2006 - 2008
Walgreens Home Care by Barrington Staffing ( Burbank, CA
Accepted temporary 6-week assignment that was extended to 1 years due to
high level of performance. Compiled, organized, and processed medical
records for Walgreens Home Care. Worked with sensitive medical information
and performed all work projects with highest regard to accuracy and
confidentiality standards.
> Demonstrated exemplary multi-tasking, organizational, and
administrative skills to effectively manage a large volume of medical
records.
> Built database to support easy retrieval of healthcare records.
Product Marketing Manager ( 2000 - 2001 (Company Lost Funding)
Wellspring Solutions ( Santa Ana, CA
Accountable for managing all marketing efforts for firm's flagship product
with special emphasis on launching new version. Developed and managed
marketing $500K budget that included events, trade shows and grass roots
public relations and marketing programs.
> Recognized for creating a buzz in the marketplace through development
of press releases and articles.
> Captured $30K in savings by moving numerous programs from paper-based
direct mail and marketing communications to digital media including
email and web.
Marketing Manager ( 1998 - 2000 (Major Downsizing)
Mueller International, Irvine, CA
Hired to oversee market research and lead generation activities for large
high-tech industries including IBM and Fujitsu. Oversaw up to $800K
telemarketing budget to identify target firms and generate leads. Enhanced
scripts and mentored team of 60 for maximum performance.
> Recognized for consistently averaging 120% of lead generation goals
with a high of 132%.
> Produced over $100M in highly qualified sales leads for Fujitsu and
$60M for IBM.
Marketing Manager ( 1996 - 1998
New Com ( Westlake Village, CA
Accountable for driving branding, marketing communications, promotions,
events management and lead generation for this supplier of computer
peripherals. Managed $2.2M budget and staff of 3.
> Credited for delivering 115% of targeted leads at less cost per lead
than budgeted.
> Instrumental in driving over 100% increase in revenues to $120M in
less than 2 years.
> Performed customer segmentation to identify high-potential customers
and new markets.
> Designed and produced over 50 different packaging, advertising
concepts and new marketing materials in 2 years.
> Managed all events including large-scale presence 2-story, 50-foot
booth at Comdex and PC Expo trade shows.
Education & Training
MBA, Marketing Emphasis
University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
BS, Business & Marketing
California State University, Northridge, CA