Market Research Analyst

Cory Lowe

**** ******* *****, ***. ***, Houston, TX 77063

713-***-**** | *********@*****.***

Objective

To use my interpersonal, communication, creativity, and analytical skills to enhance a company’s bottom line

Skills

Verbal and written communication; conducting and analyzing research; problem solving; computers, including Microsoft Office; multi-tasking, working independently and as part of a team

Education

Winona State University, Winona, MN May 2012

Bachelor of Science Degree in Marketing

Minor in Statistics

AACSB Accredited

Dean’s List: Every Semester

3.85 GPA

Work Experience

Fastenal Scanning Support Supervisor, Winona, MN July 2006-April 2012

Trained in new employees, answered questions, and resolved work related issues

Supervised ten employees for quality assurance to ensure accuracy and efficiency

Operated computers to process company checks and invoices in a quick, efficient manner

Communicated with employees to resolve technical issues and prevent lagged workflow

Volunteer Experience

Salvation Army Volunteer, Winona, MN June 2010-August 2010

Assisted customers in locating clothing and household items

Resolved customers’ merchandise related issues

Demonstrated store layout and functions to incoming volunteers

Collegiate Activities

Winona State University Softball Game and Carnival Day April 2012

Planned event layout, contingencies, sponsorships, target markets, participants, and financial structure

Launched social media, print, and professional speaking campaign to generate spectator interest

Raised $986, attracted 250 spectators, and acquired 14 company sponsorships

Village Group Co-leader, Winona, MN May 2011-April 2012

Attended leadership, communication, and teamwork building conferences

Planned curriculum, organizational structure, and large group events to acclimate incoming freshmen

Pi Sigma Epsilon Sales and Marketing Organization, Winona, MN August 2010-April 2012

Collaborated as a team to sponsor events and promote fundraisers

Orchestrated the “First Annual PSE Disc Golf Tournament”

Tournament raised $1,914, attracted 92 participants, and acquired five company sponsorships

Attended sales and marketing conferences in DeKalb, Illinois and Orlando, Florida

National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Winona, MN August 2010-April 2012

Requires a 3.4 GPA and top 80 percentile of class standing

Ran food drives, toy drives, and litter removal efforts to improve the local community

Lutheran Campus Center Treasurer, New York, NY August 2010-May 2011

Orchestrated and attended New York Spring Break Missionary Trip to feed underprivileged citizens

Developed a new LCC constitution that unified the organization’s mission, goals, and objectives

Mathfest 2009, Portland, OR August 2009

Wrote an independent study paper on “Error Detecting Schemes”

Presented research to 15 students at the annual Mathfest convention

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