Professional Experience &
Field Effectiveness Manager - 2022-Present
Field Effectiveness Manager (9/2022 - Present)
Drive lead generation programs, engagement, and collaboration within a growing division in a fast-paced, results-driven work environment. Collaborate across functions to ensure seamless program launches while capturing best practices and communicating success stories. Being available and listening to feedback from end users while managing and influencing decisions to benefit both associates and the business.
Selected Contributions:
Led multiple lead generation programs across the enterprise that generated $10.9M of sales in 2022.
Increased associate engagement and retention by creating unique and impactful communications through various channels while being available for support and feedback from end users.
Manage relationships with cross-functional teams to ensure representation as well as alignment of key priorities and decisions.
Represent the sales enablement team's updates on priorities and initiatives with senior leaders as projects progress.
Senior Sales Enablement Specialist - 2020-2022
Senior Sales Enablement Specialist (4/2020 - 8/2023)
Member of the inaugural Sales Enablement team at Ecolab supporting the Pest Sales Team, resulting in record sales for the division. Brought structure and organization to the team along with creative solutions to increase engagement and associate retention with contests, unique content, and compelling communications. Demonstrate leadership, collaboration, and creativity to ensure goals are met. Troubleshoot Salesforce issues and assist in launching new functionality within the tool.
Selected Contributions:
Successfully identified and implemented processes to ensure consistency in communications and projects throughout the sales team including annual themes, consistent templates, and contests
Assisted in various lead generation programs generating >$600K in business for the organization.
Successfully planned and executed first-ever nationwide field sales meeting
Senior Marketing Communications Specialist - 2017-2020
Senior Marketing Communications Specialist (1/2017 - 4/2020)
Spearheaded the awards and recognition program across entire division coordinating reporting, working with senior leaders on submission and selection process and distribution of over 2,000 awards. Championed internal communications by coordinating, planning and executing a range of initiatives across various communication channels and platforms. Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and execute annual leadership and cascade meetings.
Selected Contributions:
Launched and managed content for new internal communications application for entire division
Successfully planned and executed 14 regional meetings nationwide within two months and over 2,300 associates in attendance; tactfully identified and mitigated risks along the way ensuring seamless events
Boosted employee engagement by 8% by creating creative, frequent, and relevant communications in the form of actionable survey's, videos, newsletters, recognition and emails
Won Functional, Divisional, and Global Outstanding Support Award including an all-inclusive vacation
Marketing Communications Specialist - 2015-2017
Marketing Communications Specialist (2/2015 - 1/2017)
Facilitated seamless cascade meetings by managing and distributing materials to participants. Streamlined communications division-wide by creating content and managing internal portal housed within Salesforce. Managed collateral inventory and order process.
Selected Contributions:
Steered awards program comprised of 1,800+ award winners presented across 14 regional meetings; coordinated competing tasks, ensuring on time cfompletion in alignment with expectations
Conceptualized and created monthly business update videos with over 800 views monthly and helping increase division engagement
Administrative Assistant - 2011-2015
Administrative Assistant (4/2011 - 2/2015)
Assisted in developing communication plan and aided project execution in collaboration with team. Coordinated meetings, edited documents, and prepared reports for distribution to field associates. Employed attention to detail to ensure error-free written communication. Created conflict-free schedules and travel arrangements.
First Assistant Front-End Manager - 2009-2011
Front-End Manager (5/2019 - 4/2011)
Guided and mentored 40 front-end associates, cultivating a positive and cohesive environment working toward common goals. Oversaw all revenue and sales as well as created daily deposits with a dedication to accuracy. Handled all equipment and inventory as well as purchasing supplies to ensure necessary resources for business success. Aided sales departments to prepare and complete a variety of daily reports.
OTHER PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Education & Credentials
Bachelor of Science in Business Management emphasis in Human Resources (Magna Cum Laude)
Saint Cloud State University - St. Cloud, MN
Professional Associations
ST. FRANCIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Associate of Parents & Teachers, Hospitality Coordinator (2022-Present)
ECOLAB - Women in Pest Employee Resource Group, Communication Co-Lead (2024)
ECOLAB - PLAN Leadership Council, Vice President (2013)
ECOLAB - PLAN Leadership Council, Chair Communication & Membership Tools (2012)