Trudy Bullard
Dallas, Texas
*************@*****.***
Objective
Dedicated and results-oriented professional with significant experience in sales and key account client management, executive partnering, and professional, community and non-profit leadership and vision casting seeking to leverage exceptional organizational, communication, presentation and multitasking skills as an Executive Assistant. Committed to providing high-level administrative support and improving operational efficiency.
Professional Experience
Sales and Client Relations-24 Carat Speakers
Dallas, Texas 2022-2024
Managed daily and annual women symposium operations with clients, speakers and internal teams as needed for a startup speakers’ bureau for women speakers
Led teams to develop effective programming, materials, processes and best practices
Developed success metrics, ROI and leading indicators of growth.
Key Achievement:
Grew event attendance by 30% year over year, secure speakers and corporate sponsors for the Women of Power Symposiums 2023-2024.
Senior Sales Executive-Abbott Laboratories
Abbott Nutrition, Dallas, Texas 2015-2021
Abbott Animal Health, Fort Worth, Texas 2008-2015
Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in a 30% increase in customer retention over two years.
Managed multiple accounts, prioritizing tasks and projects to ensure timely and successful completion of sales goals.
Coordinated sales presentations, territory reviews and product demonstrations, requiring meticulous organization and attention to detail.
Created and maintained sales reports and forecasts, utilizing data management skills to streamline processes and improve accuracy.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align sales strategies with marketing efforts, showcasing strong teamwork and communication skills.
Key Achievements:
Exceeded sales targets consistently, leading to recognition as a top performer in the region and nationally for revenue growth.
Founded and led various Employee Resource Groups locally and globally
Recognized for implementing anesthesia and nutritional protocols in medical offices and hospital systems which was used to train the entire salesforce.
Skills
Time Management: Proven ability to prioritize tasks effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Communication: Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills, adept at conveying information clearly and concisely.
Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), CRM software, and project management tools.
Customer Relationship Management: Skilled in building and maintaining relationships with clients and C-level executives ensuring a high level of satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Advertising with a minor Business Administration
The University of Texas, Austin, Texas