karina platon

* Created client data base, established initial contacts with companies through cold calls and meetings resulting in sales relationships and revenue generation. * Provided information to the general public by phone and e-mail. * Developed and launched marketing campaign in order to increase enrolment to courses and programs the University offers; including press, direct mailing, advertising material, etc to publicize the services offered by the University.

* Managed and developed wholesalers including administration and planning of inventory to assure availability of stock. * Generated consistent and continuous information regarding new products, guarantees, certificates, resulting in a knowledgeable and motivated distribution channel. * Conducted end-user focused promotions according to seasonality for the retail sector which included thematic campaigns to increase sales. * Monitored corporate and government key accounts, to be informed about the use of supplies and its operation and performance. * Administered and oversaw the environmental program of company in the country, which aims to preserve and protect the environment and welfare of the community by collecting and re exporting supplies for recycling and re-use.

* Assisted with inventory planning * Mentored the top 20 sub-distributors with national coverage to achieve higher growth * Organized events and workshops for wholesalers and retailers focused on product launches, product knowledge, and sales techniques * Implemented quarterly rebate plans for wholesalers and budgeted spiffs programs (bonuses) focused towards sales reps and distributor channels

* Exceed print revenue objectives by generating new business. * Increase client data base by establishing contacts with companies through cold calls, e-mails, and face to face meetings that resulted in sales relationships * Create and present personalized product solutions by understanding customer preferences regarding advertising needs, seasonality, ad material, payment method, etc. * Support the sales team (AB, BC & ON) in achieving revenue objectives by providing timely and detailed support with Salesforce, premium positioning, payment and credit issues, and lead distribution * Work with Production Manager to ensure ad material deadlines are met and binder is paginated correctly as per client contracts * Work with marketing manager to generate sales promotions and initiatives * Provide support to sales, management, and financial departments by booking, invoicing, resolving billing issues, assisting credit and collections revenue forecasts * Provide exceptional customer service (internal & external clients) by keeping our client information current and accurate

* Conducted and supported the launch and establishment of the company in Brazil through information gathering, market and feasibility analysis. * Implemented project, managed suppliers and partners. * Monitored business evolution during the post-launching phase by means of constant analysis of competitors and market opportunities for the integration of new services. Accomplishment: After six months into project development the company resulted in being voted the second best mobile entertainment company within a group of six.

* Provided sales support to Diamond Channel clients with a monthly revenue of over $5,000 * Assisted sales reps with executing digital campaigns by verifying contracts and cross-referencing it with inventory * Coached and supported Media Account Consultants on company sales processes and procedures * Create proposals & billing summaries * Proficient with Yellow Pages’ internal systems and software applications regarding products and procedures