
Relationship-Oriented Business Development Professional
Washington D.C. Metro Area

Relationship-Oriented Business Development Professional
Washington D.C. Metro Area
Relationship-Oriented Business Development Professional
To utilize my strengths as a leader in business development, project management, marketing, or communications-related field. A reliable self-starter with a strong work ethic and leadership experience who demonstrates excellent communication and team-building skills.
Channels & Strategic Partnerships, Customer Acquisition & Retention, Networking, Customer Support, Client Relations, Web 2.0 Technologies, Software as a Service (SaaS), RSS, Online Social Media (Twitter, Linkedin, Facebook), Marketing, Strategic Planning, Product Development, Technology Products & Services, Logistics, Relationship & Cross-functional Team Building
(Privately Held; Telecommunications industry)
August 2009 — Present (4 months)
Intellifiber Networks is an independently run, wholly-owned division of Cavalier. With a state-of-the-art fiber optic network spanning 17,000 route miles, Intellifiber offers reliable and efficient network and data solutions for carriers, enterprise and government customers.
Analyze and evaluate potential growth areas in the telecommunications industry. Utilize data information gained through research, interviews, and referrals to generate new contacts and bring new business to the organization.
(Information Technology and Services industry)
February 2008 — July 2009 (1 year 6 months)
A valuable member of the business development team with a focus on acquiring and managing strategic partnerships, company accounts, client relations, project management, recruiting, quality assurance, social media marketing, and customer support.
• Assisted in building VisualCVs professional membership from 0 to over 150,000 members in 17 months.
• Helped acquire and manage over 700 company accounts ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small businesses.
• Created and presented educational webcasts and PowerPoint presentations for Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, strategic partners, and professionals.
• Initiated and executed sourcing strategies to identify mid to senior level executives and connect them with job opportunities posted on VisualCV.com by utilizing our Professionals Directory as the primary source to find qualified candidates.
(Information Technology and Services industry)
January 2008 — February 2008 (2 months)
While completing my final semester at George Mason University, I was brought on to assist the team at VisualCV, Inc. with the public launch of the website VisualCV.com. After the site was publicly launched, I was hired full-time as an Account Executive to assist with business development, account management, product development, marketing, quality assurance, and customer support.
(Food & Beverages industry)
October 2005 — February 2008 (2 years 5 months)
Supervised daily opening and closing tasks, work activities, and trained and developed new hires with an emphasis on customer service and relation skills.
(Privately Held; Banking industry)
December 2004 — October 2005 (11 months)
In charge of finances, account management, customer service, and sales.
(Privately Held; Logistics and Supply Chain industry)
June 2002 — December 2002 (7 months)
- Member of logistics support team training new Federal Security Agents at Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and other regional airports in southwestern United States.
- Developed staffing models for training staff at five Southern California airports.
- Established logistics data base for inventory, back orders, customer service issues, and the management of supplies for new 3200-person federal screening force at LAX.
Bachelor's Degree , Business Communication , 2006 — 2008
- GPA of 3.80 out of 4.0
- Graduated with Honors, magna cum laude
- Dean's List Spring 2008, Fall 2007, and Spring 2007
- Mason Leadership Institute Participant, 2008, Center for Leadership & Community Engagement
- Team Leader for Alternative Breaks, 2008
Professional and Social Networking, New Technology, Telecommunications, Golf, Snowboarding, Boxing, Football, Baseball, Family and Friends
George Mason University Alumni Association, Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC)
Graduated magna cum laude
Dean's List Spring 2008, Fall 2007, and Spring 2007
Mason Leadership Institute Participant in 2008