Coordinator - 2009

Objective: To grow with a progressive company by applying and expanding my

knowledge of account service, project coordination and customer service while

at the same time, learning all aspects of its business and operations.

Work Experience:

MedSignals (Medical Products) 2008

San Antonio, TX

Marketing Logistics Manager

- coordinate details of all tradeshows, both domestically and internationally, totaling over 30 per year

- plan all related travel and shipping for tradeshows and sales

- managed lead database system

ADS Direct Media (Direct Marketing) 2006 - 2007

San Antonio, TX

Sr. Sales Coordinator

- supervised department of sales coordinators to ensure all aspects of project management were followed efficiently and effectively

- maintained strong relationships with Fortune 500 clients through direct contact in regards to service, pricing and proposals

- oversaw all phases of projects, including costs, delivery schedules, printing schedules, invoicing, and follow-up

Accomplishments: Took over daily contact and internal sales function of company’s largest account after only 2 months in position

Coastal Life Technologies (Medical Device Manufacturing) 2005 – 2007

San Antonio, TX

Freelance Marketing Coordinator

- coordinated intricacies of trade shows including space, graphics, show services, etc.

- researched and initiated purchase of new booth and graphic ideas for upcoming trade shows

- worked closely with ad agency to re-create corporate website

- placed advertising and PR in appropriate print media

Accomplishments: Improved corporate image by revamping company website, and increasing advertising exposure to its targeted industry

Cyrk (Promotional Products) 2001 – 2003

Houston, TX

Sales Coordinator

- anticipated needs of salesperson and proactively solved production issues

- prioritized production needs and schedules

- generated and distributed purchase orders to vendors

- contacted vendors for receipt of art, production times and distribution schedule

Accomplishments: had strong working relationship with all 3 assigned salespeople and maintained accurate, detailed records of all sales and production

Ariston (Large Format Printer) 1999 – 2001

Houston, TX

Account Manager

- liaison between company and client

- reviewed customer input and discussed project strategies and goals with internal departments

- presented pricing and specifications for production to clients

- communicated with all integral departments to ensure projects were on target

- arranged installation of printed decals for fleet and retail locations

- managed and maintained product inventory levels

Accomplishments: Coordinated production and distribution of fleet and convenience store decal graphics for major petroleum company; Improved inventory management procedures by closely tracking projects from concept to completion and overseeing proper communication flows

Dinaco Inc. (Point-of-Purchase Advertising) 1993 – 1998

Houston, TX

Account Coordinator

- managed client relations

- conducted meetings with client to gather information on promotions, products and anticipated advertising campaigns

- recommended effective point-of-purchase merchandise and programs

- managed all phases of production from creative, specifications, printing, production to distribution

- coordinated activities related to tradeshow exhibitions

Accomplishments: Developed and managed a $3 million Point-of-Purchase market entry program for a telecommunications company

Accomplishments: Initiated and successfully directed an entire warehouse move of point-of-purchase advertising material

Harris, Kosmoski & Pinkston (Advertising Agency) 1986 – 1993

Houston, TX

Account Coordinator

- supported account executive with all day-to-day activities related to clients

- liaison between client and company

- coordinated all internal production including creative, production and distribution

- monitored inventory and fulfillment program for printed material

Accomplishments: Became well-versed with several business-to-business industries which enabled me to effectively communicate and understand needs of clients.

Media Planner/Buyer

- managed media planning and buying and negotiated print rates with print media ventors

Accomplishments: Juggled two positions while transitioning to account coordinator role and trained my replacement

Education:

Bachelor of Science – Business Administration (Major: Marketing)

Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Computer Software Experience:

Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, AS400, QuickBooks, MapPoint, Internet Research

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