Joan Kuchta
Cleveland, OH *****
****.*********@*****.***
LOOKING FOR AN OPPORTUNITY !
Being in sales has given me the advantage of product knowledge from Medical, Freight, Manufacturing and Print as well as Retail (variety of product and services). As print advertising has gone mostly the way of the Dinosaur, as the Horse and Buggie to the Model T I
have re-invented myself in Freight as an Analyst and Sales in Medical. If you are looking for someone with a passion for a great product or service and the satifaction of helping the customer and my employer by making the sale then I would be the perfect addition to your company
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Inogen
CDR - Brooklyn, OH
March 2018 to Present
Helping patients regain their independence and mobility with the use of their oxygen needs.
Guiding them through the products we have, matching them with the best Oxygen Concentrators for their lifestyle.
Explaining their options of purchase or guiding them with their insurance. I have helped many enjoy a more freeing, mobile way of living with their oxygen needs.
Customs Freight Broker Analyst
UPS - Middleburg, OH
May 2011 to March 2018
The clearing of goods through customs barriers for the importers and exporters. Involving the preparation of documents and /or electronic submissions, the calculation and the payment on behalf of the client of taxes, duties and excises. Facilitating communications between the importer/exporter and governmental authorities.
Account Executive
The Town Money Saver
July 2006 to July 2016
Surrounding Cleveland Suburbs, Ohio
Create advertising campaigns for local businesses. Developing promotional pages for coupon books that added value, and revenue. Giving Advertisers additional product to reach their target market through on line coupons and direct mailers. As an Independent Contractor, I managed my time very well, taking care of my clients and my business which included collecting the money for services rendered; keeping in budget.
Account Executive
The Morning Journal - Lorain, OH
July 1995 to July 2006
Developed advertising for the Main News, sections of the newspaper as well as ad campaigns in Tabloids, TV Guides, Preprints, Craft Wraps, Inserts and later Web page.
Worked with Co-op departments as well as Research programs to develop a complete, effective ad campaign for the customer.
Represented our company in all Chamber and Rotary functions as well as Civic gathering.
Account Executive
The Avon Lake Press - Avon Lake, OH
October 1993 to July 1995
As the first company I worked with in the Print Advertising business, I learned everything from selling the campaigns to the actual press run: including ad layout, page layout, color, press run, insertions as well as the scheduling the actually delivery of the newspaper.
Residential Real Estate Sales
Real Estate Sales/ Outgoing Referral Program - Avon Lake, OH September 1992 to October 1993
Worked with local business for both incoming and outgoing referrals of relocating executives and their family. Tour of homes, open
houses and all documents needed done with accuracy. Manager-Key holder (DBA /Fashion Bug)
Charming Shoppes - Rocky River, OH
July 1987 to September 1992
Built a sales team and increased sales by 40% the first year with increased sales year after year, exceeding other stores within the same company. Maintained profit with a low shrink average below chain level. I did and trained others to do store displays, signage, inventory, deposits, scheduling as well as sales.
Education
Associate in Real Estate
Dyke College - Cleveland, OH
June 1992 to September 1994
Marketing and Merchandising
Lorain County Community College - Elyria, OH
1986
Effective Communication
Cornell University United States
1982
Skills
• Sales Experience (10+ years)
• Branding
Publications
Sales
Additional Information
SKILLS
Sales in Medical, Real Estate, Retail
Time management
Client retention
Flexible
Building profit and company growth