kathy slowinski

PURE is a single point of contact for Natural and Organic product brands to establish distribution and sales in the Australian Market.

Led a cross-functional R&D team in integrating key product lines per strategic plan to build out a global cross-channel marketing suite. Handled daily technical product management and strategy implementation for the $60 million Global Data Management portfolio that supported Big Data and Analytics opportunities. ➢ Piloted various business case investments, including the design of a global product platform for the world’s largest email provider, contributing over $400 million revenue per year. ➢ Spearheaded the Agile development process for the $60 million Data Management division with a focus on infrastructure cost reductions. ➢ Instituted the company’s first fully automated global KPI portal with product roadmaps and project status information for greater visibility and review by 3,500 resources. ➢ Selected to serve as interim head of the Project Management Office as well as the Product Office.

Responsible for overseeing strategic planning and M&A activities, while driving global growth efforts through mobile, social marketing and multichannel venues. Researched and analyzed market trends across a broad set of marketing categories and channels. ➢ Formulated and executed a 3-year strategic plan with global initiatives to target $300 million in revenue contribution by 2015. ➢ Launched a new product that focused on targeted online display advertising in Europe, Brazil, Canada and Pacific Rim, generating over $6 million in new revenue. ➢ Headed up the strategic synergies component for the $60 million acquisition of Brazil’s largest email marketing firm, Virid.

Centro is the leading provider of intelligent digital media software and services. It is transforming and improving the operations of the digital advertising industry. Since 2001, the company has simplified the complex media decisions, connections and processes associated with digital advertising allowing quality brands to engage with consumers across all devices and screens. Centro’s technology, market-driven insight and award-winning customer service helps thousands of advertising agencies and brands execute flawless digital media engagement strategies. Leading advertising agencies rely on the company’s software and expertise for better performance, greater profitability and happier clients. Headquartered in Chicago with over 35 offices nationwide, Centro’s success and commitment to culture has led to many accolades, including #1 on Crain’s Best Places to Work in 2011 thru 2014.

Responsible for product portfolio of retail data and analytics platforms, representing $30mil in revenue at an annual growth rate of 30%. Closely collaborate with Sales, Marketing and Development groups to track and monitor customer dynamics, purchasing processes, usage patterns and pricing structures.

Active member of the Global Project Management Office and participated in different initiatives involving client development and process improvements, including tools, dashboards, interfaces and documentation.

Managed strategic growth initiatives for the Marketing Services Group worldwide, along with a global business rationalization program. Key contributor to the 3-year strategic planning and implementation process. ➢ Governed and contributed to 21 unique product launches across 10 priority markets in Europe and Asia. ➢ Coordinated the integration process during the acquisition of a German-based email marketing firm. ➢ Key member of the Global Business Council that optimized strategy visibility for business unit efforts.

Responsible for championing a variety of critical projects in IT, marketing and finance areas for this multimillion dollar non-profit provider of recreational and sporting services. ➢ Project managed business operations for a $2.4 million new business venture on-time and within budget. ➢ Led sales team in the launch of this endeavor and booked $600,000 in new revenue before opening day. ➢ Instituted SAP Business One financial software that integrated ERP, payroll and financial systems into a consolidated process, reducing manual efforts by up to 10 man-days each month.

Operated an IT consulting organisation focused on small to medium businesses in the professional services industry.

Oversaw all office functions and project execution in diverse areas, such as IT, supply chain, logistics and finance, for this small manufacturing and engineering firm. Managed various HR tasks, including 401(k) plan, insurance benefits and maintenance of policy manual. ➢ Guided the upgrade of a Windows NT Server to Server 2000; also installed a wireless network. ➢ Processed, updated and reconciled working capital accounts and weekly payroll for 30 staff. ➢ Effectively handled data backups, software updates, desktop support and technical troubleshooting.

VP of Product Management of a growing software company that makes it easier for leaders to communicate with and manage a global workforce. Ignite offers a technically differentiated high-def video Content Distribution Network for leaders of a Fortune 100 enterprise to communicate directly with their people around the world. Ignite also offers a leading Human Capital Management suite, ideally suited for mid-market businesses that need to manage a global workforce.

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