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Shayla Ferrel

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Accomplished and performance-driven leader and professional with a demonstrated history of excellence in custom service and retention, adept account management, creative strategy and team leadership. Aiming to apply well-honed expertise, strategic acumen, and proficient relationship-building capabilities to propel business expansion, drive disruptive creative initiatives and consistently surpass client expectations.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Manager

Epsilon
07.2022 - Current
  • Facilitate strategic account management initiatives and execute Retail Media Network campaigns for major beauty brands, leading creative projects and delegating responsibilities across key cross-functional teams
  • Develop and execute comprehensive account plans and campaigns to align with clients' business objectives and foster long-term partnerships, increasing client acquisition by 15%
  • Manage and allocate over $5.4M/year in media budgets ensuring effective financial oversight
  • Conduct regular account reviews, identifying upselling opportunities and implement strategies to maximize account value, achieving 25% increase in revenue
  • Drive cohesive brand identity across various platforms through collaboration with cross functional teams
  • Target both offline and online consumers by designing multipronged and comprehensive campaign strategies

Account Executive

PKA Marketing
06.2021 - 07.2022
  • Managed portfolio of key client accounts, comprised of leading companies in construction and agricultural industries, consistently meeting and exceeding revenue growth by 20%
  • Led client presentations, demonstrated deep understanding of digital marketing strategies and solutions
  • Coordinated with marketing and creative teams internally and externally to develop customized campaigns that addressed clients' specific needs and objectives to increase sales, exceeding targeted goal of $500,000 by EOY
  • Orchestrated and executed seamless trade show events, ensuring meticulous planning, coordination, and engaging experiences that effectively promoted client visibility and engagement
  • Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth

Social Media Manager

Alta Resources
11.2020 - 06.2021
  • Monitored and analyzed social media trends, strategically implementing initiatives to elevate online presence of a prominent global pharmaceutical company
  • Collaborated with clients to align social media efforts with overall marketing objectives to contribute to increasing brand loyalty by 15% YoY
  • Actively engaged with online communities, fostering positive interactions and building brand loyalty through personalized and attentive responses
  • Created comprehensive reports on social media performance, presenting data-driven insights to stakeholders
  • Conducted regular competitor analyses, identifying opportunities to differentiate from other brands in the industry

Lead Photographer + Executive Assistant

School & Sport Pics
07.2017 - 11.2020
  • Effectively liaised between internal team and external partners, showcasing strong interpersonal and communication abilities while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism
  • Coordinated and executed commercial school photography sessions, ensuring smooth and efficient process for capturing high-quality images
  • Collaborated with school staff, and parents to create positive and organized photo day experience
  • Managed equipment, schedules and logistics to deliver professional and appealing school portraits while maintaining customer-focused approach
  • Provided comprehensive administrative support at a senior level, managing calendars, schedules, communications and office staff with precision and attention to details
  • Demonstrated advanced proficiency and organizational skills with Microsoft Office and internally-built programs, streamlining day-to-day operations.

Education

BA - Marketing: Creative Digital Emphasis -

University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
Whitewater, WI

Associate - Marketing -

Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI

Skills

  • Digital Social Marketing
  • Event Promotion Marketing
  • Project Management
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Cross Functional Communication
  • Leadership
  • ROI Calculations
  • Go-to-Market Plans
  • Client Acquisition Retention
  • Performance Improvements

Programs

  • JIRA
  • Sharepoint
  • Microsoft
  • Google
  • IOS
  • Salesforce
  • Weebly
  • WIX
  • Insights
  • Hootsuite
  • Monday.com

Timeline

Account Manager

Epsilon
07.2022 - Current

Account Executive

PKA Marketing
06.2021 - 07.2022

Social Media Manager

Alta Resources
11.2020 - 06.2021

Lead Photographer + Executive Assistant

School & Sport Pics
07.2017 - 11.2020

BA - Marketing: Creative Digital Emphasis -

University of Wisconsin - Whitewater

Associate - Marketing -

Fox Valley Technical College
Shayla Ferrel