Resume Summary
•Accomplished marketing professional with 20+ years of experience across various sectors, including Commercial, Enterprise, Nonprofit, SLED and Federal Government
•Expertise in customer advocacy program legal compliance and management, content design and development, customer engagement, and project performance oversight from start to finish
•Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, concise updates to stakeholders
•Proven ability to prioritize and delegate tasks while consistently meeting deadlines
•Recognized for fostering positive relationships with clients and colleagues, maintaining a calm and solution-oriented approach under pressure
Professional Experience
Customer Advocacy Manager
Big Sky Communications - July 2021 to January 2025
Delivered high-tech strategic marketing services to global companies, including customer marketing, program strategy, infrastructure consulting, PR support, and customer gifting and appreciation
Led initiatives in marketing, PR, creative services, social media and AI to enhance customer engagement
Planned and execute industry events, providing onsite support and strategic direction
Developed relationship development with client sales teams and customers, identifying opportunities for advocacy and marketing activities
Conducted in-depth customer interviews to capture success stories and insights
Collaborated with writers, contractors, and design teams to produce high-quality, impactful content
Managed content development and management through Seismic, RO Innovation, and Influitive platforms
Tracked program success, monitor review platforms (i.e., Gartner, TrustRadius), and report on performance
Acted as the primary liaison for high-value accounts, ensuring seamless communication and program updates
Senior Customer Reference Program Manager/Business Development Manager
Ivanti (acquired Cherwell Software March 2021) - January 2018 to July 2021
•Managed the global Cherwell Customer Reference Program, overseeing relationships with 500+ customers
•Supported Sales and RFP Team on new business opportunities
•Assisted Customer Success Team with renewals and customer outreach
•Partnered with Marketing Team on advocacy campaigns, social media activity, analyst reviews, marketing events and management of the CAB
•Collaborated with multiple internal departments: legal, product support, operations, accounting, Salesforce administration, sales, product marketing, field marketing, marketing automation, customer success, customer experience, and solution engineering
•Ensured compliance with legal guidelines to maintain customer comfort and trust in advocacy programs
•Led the implementation of ReferenceEdge tool across the organization, streamlining program management
•Leveraged technology and social media to optimize marketing opportunities and expand brand visibility
Sales Marketing Assistant
N2Publishing - September 2016 to December 2017
•Assisted local publisher in creating content and developing relations with local businesses for community and real estate magazines
Public Sector Enterprise Inside Sales Representative III
Hewlett-Packard Company - July 2006 to December 2009 (office closed)
•Sold strategic enterprise solutions to K-12, Higher Education and State & Local Government (SLED) sectors
•Consistently exceeded personal sales quota, achieving a record $26M prior to the closure of the HP office in 2009
Education - B.A. University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
•Accredited to Excellence in Journalism and Mass Communications
Major: Journalism with Advertising/Public Relations emphasis
Major: Spanish
•University Scholar/Dean’s List
Volunteer
Academy School District 20 - September 2013 to Present
•Assist teachers and coaches
•Plan, promote and facilitate school activities and community-wide events
•PTA Member
YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region and Academy Little League - August 2013 to Present (Head Coach and Team Parent)
•Provide an enjoyable and safe sporting experience for preschoolers and school-age children while they learn individual and team games skills, sportsmanship and fair play
MOMS Club of Colorado Springs Membership Vice President/Field Trip Coordinator - July 2010 to 2013
•Promoted membership to non-profit group, publicize the group to the community and assisted the treasurer in collecting dues
•Led the monthly community field trips for mothers and their children
Spanish Community Center (Milwaukee, WI) - February 1998 to June 1999
•Tutored U.S. Citizenship and taught Driver’s Education
Achievements
•Cherwell Value Award winner for Q4 2019
•Recipient of 3 Cherwell Value nominations: 2 for Humility in 2019 and 1 for Heart in 2020
•ITIL Foundations Certification in IT Service Management 2018/PeopleCert
•Completed Social Selling Mastery 2018
•Recognized by U.S. Sales Manager for selling over $2 Million (HP 3rd Quarter 2009)
•Award of Excellence, MVP (HP 4th Quarter 2007)
•Numerous Certificates of Excellence Awards (HP 2007)
•Received recognition for incredible teamwork on Gander Mountain account (ADVO)
•Organized and facilitated the HM Graphics Annual Health Fair for 3 years
•Kappa Tau Alpha (National Honor Society in Journalism and Mass Communications)
•Won first place in the NSAC: AAF College World Series of Advertising (American Red Cross)
•Studied and taught English in Mexico
Interests
•Outdoor activities, sports, swimming, cooking and traveling
•Charitable walks and runs throughout the community
•On-going blood donor for Vitalant Blood Center
•Spending time with family and friends