Tara Desmond
Marketing Communications Manager at IL Corn- Claim this Profile
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Carrie Tinucci-Troll
Tara was a marketing asset to me as I had recently moved to a new area and needed to get my name and brand out there. We worked together on various projects and she was my photographer, videographer, director, editor, hype-woman, etc... to help spread the word about my company and the services we provided. I definitely would have been lost on the marketing side without her help. I would highly recommend Tara for any marketing needs you might have!
George Norcross
I had the pleasure of supervising Tara from January 2015 through September 2016 in her role as a Retirement Services Representative for COUNTRY Financial, and worked alongside Tara in the Human Resources area of COUNTRY for about seven years prior to that. Tara always demonstrated herself to be very forward thinking and creative, and brought a great deal of initiative and energy to new projects. I also found her to be a quick and eager learner who reveled in additional challenges and opportunities. When I joined the Retirement Services area in 2015, Tara was a great help to me in getting up to speed with the activities of the department, and I still rely on documentation she prepared for me when she elected to move to a new opportunity.
Carrie Tinucci-Troll
Tara was a marketing asset to me as I had recently moved to a new area and needed to get my name and brand out there. We worked together on various projects and she was my photographer, videographer, director, editor, hype-woman, etc... to help spread the word about my company and the services we provided. I definitely would have been lost on the marketing side without her help. I would highly recommend Tara for any marketing needs you might have!
George Norcross
I had the pleasure of supervising Tara from January 2015 through September 2016 in her role as a Retirement Services Representative for COUNTRY Financial, and worked alongside Tara in the Human Resources area of COUNTRY for about seven years prior to that. Tara always demonstrated herself to be very forward thinking and creative, and brought a great deal of initiative and energy to new projects. I also found her to be a quick and eager learner who reveled in additional challenges and opportunities. When I joined the Retirement Services area in 2015, Tara was a great help to me in getting up to speed with the activities of the department, and I still rely on documentation she prepared for me when she elected to move to a new opportunity.
Carrie Tinucci-Troll
Tara was a marketing asset to me as I had recently moved to a new area and needed to get my name and brand out there. We worked together on various projects and she was my photographer, videographer, director, editor, hype-woman, etc... to help spread the word about my company and the services we provided. I definitely would have been lost on the marketing side without her help. I would highly recommend Tara for any marketing needs you might have!
George Norcross
I had the pleasure of supervising Tara from January 2015 through September 2016 in her role as a Retirement Services Representative for COUNTRY Financial, and worked alongside Tara in the Human Resources area of COUNTRY for about seven years prior to that. Tara always demonstrated herself to be very forward thinking and creative, and brought a great deal of initiative and energy to new projects. I also found her to be a quick and eager learner who reveled in additional challenges and opportunities. When I joined the Retirement Services area in 2015, Tara was a great help to me in getting up to speed with the activities of the department, and I still rely on documentation she prepared for me when she elected to move to a new opportunity.
Carrie Tinucci-Troll
Tara was a marketing asset to me as I had recently moved to a new area and needed to get my name and brand out there. We worked together on various projects and she was my photographer, videographer, director, editor, hype-woman, etc... to help spread the word about my company and the services we provided. I definitely would have been lost on the marketing side without her help. I would highly recommend Tara for any marketing needs you might have!
George Norcross
I had the pleasure of supervising Tara from January 2015 through September 2016 in her role as a Retirement Services Representative for COUNTRY Financial, and worked alongside Tara in the Human Resources area of COUNTRY for about seven years prior to that. Tara always demonstrated herself to be very forward thinking and creative, and brought a great deal of initiative and energy to new projects. I also found her to be a quick and eager learner who reveled in additional challenges and opportunities. When I joined the Retirement Services area in 2015, Tara was a great help to me in getting up to speed with the activities of the department, and I still rely on documentation she prepared for me when she elected to move to a new opportunity.
Experience
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IL Corn
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United States
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Farming
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marketing Communications Manager
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Oct 2021 - Present
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Independent Business Owner
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Oct 2017 - Aug 2023
I am a freelance consultant that can help you increase your engagement and profit through social media, website analysis, seo, videography, google ads and more! My background and professional experience are comparable to cheeses. All different types with various tastes. Some aged longer than others. Message me for a free consultation meeting. I am a freelance consultant that can help you increase your engagement and profit through social media, website analysis, seo, videography, google ads and more! My background and professional experience are comparable to cheeses. All different types with various tastes. Some aged longer than others. Message me for a free consultation meeting.
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Marketing & Human Resources Director
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Jul 2018 - Sep 2021
Human Resources Duties include: Implement new HR policies, recruiting, onboarding, benefits, employee relations, performance management, coaching, talent management, training, HR system Admin, new HR programs and special HR projects (i.e. employee surveys, HR communications, leadership tips and training) Development and implementation of the Brand strategy. Development and implementation of the Marketing strategy - including campaigns, events, digital marketing, and PR. Design all marketing materials to be on brand Manage social media presence and direct programs to improve social media reputation, recognition and engagement. Developing and delivering marketing and communications strategies for the organization. Undertake continuous analysis of competitive environment and consumer trends Analyze web and mobile sites to help increase SEO Project Manager for all Marketing and HR projects Video editor and producer, graphic design, content creation Show less
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Investment Planners, Inc. -- IPI Wealth Management, Inc.
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United States
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marketing Director
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Oct 2016 - Oct 2017
• Designed & implemented marketing & communication plans • Created and implemented social media and website strategies • Marketing content writer and editor • Supervisor and program designer of Intern Program • Provided Clients and Retirement Plan participants education and financial plans • Special events coordinator/public speaker • Designed & implemented marketing & communication plans • Created and implemented social media and website strategies • Marketing content writer and editor • Supervisor and program designer of Intern Program • Provided Clients and Retirement Plan participants education and financial plans • Special events coordinator/public speaker
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COUNTRY ® Financial
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United States
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Insurance
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Retirement Benefits
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Apr 2011 - Sep 2016
Serve as a HR generalist and primary employee point of contact for defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Provides individual, personalized counseling and training on all retirement plans for employees. Coordinates work and resolves problems arising between payroll, recordkeeper, trustee and participants. Designs communications regarding retirement benefits and financial education, collaborating with multiple areas. Project lead on a retiree microsite. This includes security testing, user experience evaluation, content author, design of marketing materials and constant evaluation of usage metrics. Keeps retirement benefits in compliance through legal regulations and audits. Show less
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HR Generalist
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May 2010 - Apr 2011
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Administrative Assistant to the VP of Human Resources
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Sep 2008 - May 2010
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Human Resources Support Representative
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Jun 2007 - Sep 2008
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Loss Reporting Specialist
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Jul 2006 - Jun 2007
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Daily Egyptian
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Newspaper Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graphic Designer
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2003 - 2005
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Education
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2001 - 2005
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mass Communication/Media Studies
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