Sales Food Service

Kimberly A. Hove

Sioux Falls, SD - 605-***-**** - ***.*.****@*****.***

● Dynamic, top-performing Sales and Marketing Professional with over eighteen years of experience.

● A proven track record of success in sales and marketing; results-driven and committed to excellence, readily embracing new challenges.

● People-oriented with outstanding presentation, networking, and relationship building skills; relate easily with diverse professional backgrounds and personalities.

● Exceptional success penetrating new markets and establishing genuine rapport.

● Enthusiastic team player with excellent leadership abilities; adept at organizing and completing multiple projects, successfully promoting teamwork and cooperation. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Event Coordinator

Avera McKennan - Avera Specialty Hospital - Avera Human Performance Center Sioux Falls SD - December 2014 to June 2020

● Plans, coordinates, and manages all facets of special events. Focuses on bringing positive public exposure through special events and educational events.

● Works as a liaison between internal/external groups and all food service and educational operations within the hospital, special event vendors, cleaning service vendors, outside catering services, bartending, and all other services provided for an event/meeting.

● Ensures efficient communication between food service and clients when planning and coordinating an event.

● Monitors budget and ensures that all event policies and procedures are followed. Account Sales Executive

Nichols Media - Sioux Falls, SD - 2011 to 2013

● Partner with area businesses to design promotional packages utilizing visual, audio and print media.

● Meet with company decision-makers to assess marketing goals and establish budget; determine most effective television, radio and print advertising and promotional products to achieve goals.

● Collaborate with Nichols staff to create scripts and print ads to showcase client businesses.

● Act as liaison between media buyers and Nichols staff to ensure quality and timely product offerings.

● Create and participate in special promotional community events designed to spotlight several retailers and service providers with a common theme.

● Locate and coordinate sponsors and merchant/service providers to participate in promotional events.

Director of Sales and Marketing

LX Magazine - Sioux Falls, SD - 2008 to 2010

● Highly accomplished Magazine Advertising Sales Professional with experience in business development, marketing, advertising, account management, strategic planning, and client relationship management

● Consistently exceeded sales objectives due to sales expertise.

● Instrumental in expanding client base, maximizing revenue potential, and increasing client retention levels within highly competitive markets. Registered Client Associate & Office Manager

Merrill Lynch - Sioux Falls, SD - 1998 to 2008

● Established, serviced and maintained significant and trusted relationships with over 400 clients.

● Assisted with client sales support service, handled complaints, inquiries, and discrepancies.

● Performed sales support to Financial Advisors through preparation of sales proposals and seminars for new and existing clients.

● Provided administrative support to Financial Advisors and management, processed new and maintained existing accounts.

● Instrumental in training new employees and interns on company practices.

● Member of an elite team of Financial Advisors dedicated to improving the quality of lives through product/service sales.

EDUCATION

Augustana College, Sioux Falls, SD

B.A., Business Administration, Minor, Business Aviation National College, Sioux Falls, SD Two year Travel, Tourism & Hotel Management Program Diploma

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