Assistant Marketing

Neil Routman

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Applicant Profile: Experienced communications professional with

demonstrated success in a high-caliber environment.

Youth For Understanding USA, Inc., Bethesda, MD

Communications and Development Specialist, March 2009 - May 2013

Prepared all grant applications for this international nonprofit, which

facilitates student exchanges in 60+ countries. Coordinated special project

initiatives including the annual campaign, online fundraising, and a

loyalty program; produced annual reports, monthly e-newsletters and

creative marketing material; helped standardize communication among

field/district/national staff; developed new partnerships with outside

organizations; and fielded media inquiries.

The Government of the Republic of Korea, Washington, DC and Gwacheon,

Republic of Korea (ROK)

The Ministry of Knowledge Economy (MKE*), Gwacheon Government Complex,

ROK

Speechwriter, January 2008 - December 2008

Drafted speeches for H.E. Minister Lee Youn Ho as well as Vice and

Deputy Ministers; created English documents critical to the Ministry's

mission including talking points, web copy, press releases, and letters

of correspondence. [*MKE has since become the Ministry of Trade,

Industry and Energy]

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea, Washington, DC

Special Assistant to the Ambassador, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, June

2007 - December 2007

Managed the Ambassador's daily schedule; compiled daily news briefings;

assisted with logistical and travel arrangements; wrote correspondence

on the Ambassador's behalf; arranged social events at the mission's

residence; coordinated efforts among embassy departments to ensure

efficient day-to-day operations.

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea, Washington, DC

International Trade Analyst, Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Energy

(MOCIE*), March 2006 - May 2007

Tracked US industries (auto, steel, energy, and textile); communicated

with counterparts at US DOC, US DOE, US ITC, and the US Chamber of

Commerce regarding ongoing projects; prepared reports for Ministry of

Commerce, Industry, and Energy diplomats; researched significant trade

issues pertinent to ROK interests and the Korea-US Free Trade

Agreement. [*MOCIE has since become the Ministry of Trade, Industry,

and Energy]

Underwriters Laboratories Inc., Washington, DC

International Affairs Intern, January 2006 - March 2006

Researched trade issues for UL's newsletter; attended seminars on FTAs and

intellectual property rights.

Woori Bank, Woori Financial Group, Seoul, ROK

Financial Editor, January 2004 - January 2005

Prepared finance related publications, presentations, and correspondence;

wrote periodic banking sector updates, speeches, and assisted the marketing

staff in advertising campaigns.

Kids College Yangjae-Dong, Seoul, ROK

English as a Second Language Instructor, August 2002 - August 2003

Saunders & Co., International Trade Consultants, Washington, DC

Intern, June 2001 - August 2001

Conducted trade-related research primarily focused on Trade Promotion

Authority, East Asia, and Mongolia.

EDUCATION

Yonsei University Graduate School of International Studies, Seoul, ROK

Attended August 2003 - December 2003

Coursework: UN and International Organizations; International Negotiation;

Introduction to International Relations.

Ewha University Institute of Language Education, Seoul, ROK

February 2004 - September 2004

Coursework: intensive Korean language classes.

Union College, Schenectady, NY

BA in Managerial Economics - June 2002

Union College Scholars Program Participant; Term Abroad: Nanjing Normal

University, Nanjing, China

Proficient in Constant Contact, Raiser's Edge, and Microsoft Suite

applications. Intermediate Korean language.

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