Paulette Hawthorne, MA
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Sheryl Kelley
Paulette Hawthorne and I worked together on many occasions over the years where she serviced me and several of our agency clients. A constant professional, she always made me feel top priority. I could always count on a quick response and an accurate finished product. No matter how tight the deadline or how complex the project she tackled it and did it with a smile.
Jenny Schafer
Paulette is an exemplary consultative sales professional. Her abilities to ask questions that uncover her clients' needs and to listen to those needs allow her to present recommendations that keep her advertisers -- and sales managers -- happy. And Paulette's multi-media product knowledge and professionalism build confidence and loyalty among her advertising clients. Any sales organization would benefit from having Paulette on board.
Sheryl Kelley
Paulette Hawthorne and I worked together on many occasions over the years where she serviced me and several of our agency clients. A constant professional, she always made me feel top priority. I could always count on a quick response and an accurate finished product. No matter how tight the deadline or how complex the project she tackled it and did it with a smile.
Jenny Schafer
Paulette is an exemplary consultative sales professional. Her abilities to ask questions that uncover her clients' needs and to listen to those needs allow her to present recommendations that keep her advertisers -- and sales managers -- happy. And Paulette's multi-media product knowledge and professionalism build confidence and loyalty among her advertising clients. Any sales organization would benefit from having Paulette on board.
Sheryl Kelley
Paulette Hawthorne and I worked together on many occasions over the years where she serviced me and several of our agency clients. A constant professional, she always made me feel top priority. I could always count on a quick response and an accurate finished product. No matter how tight the deadline or how complex the project she tackled it and did it with a smile.
Jenny Schafer
Paulette is an exemplary consultative sales professional. Her abilities to ask questions that uncover her clients' needs and to listen to those needs allow her to present recommendations that keep her advertisers -- and sales managers -- happy. And Paulette's multi-media product knowledge and professionalism build confidence and loyalty among her advertising clients. Any sales organization would benefit from having Paulette on board.
Sheryl Kelley
Paulette Hawthorne and I worked together on many occasions over the years where she serviced me and several of our agency clients. A constant professional, she always made me feel top priority. I could always count on a quick response and an accurate finished product. No matter how tight the deadline or how complex the project she tackled it and did it with a smile.
Jenny Schafer
Paulette is an exemplary consultative sales professional. Her abilities to ask questions that uncover her clients' needs and to listen to those needs allow her to present recommendations that keep her advertisers -- and sales managers -- happy. And Paulette's multi-media product knowledge and professionalism build confidence and loyalty among her advertising clients. Any sales organization would benefit from having Paulette on board.
Credentials
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Building Resilience
LinkedInApr, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Developing Your Emotional Intelligence
LinkedInApr, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
LinkedInApr, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Unconscious Bias
LinkedInMar, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Online Marketing Certified Associate (OMCA)
McClatchyJan, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
Accredited Cruise Counsellor (ACC)
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA)Oct, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
Digital Media Buying and Planning (DBPC)
Bell South Advertising & PubMay, 2005- Nov, 2024 -
Green Belt Certification (GB)
GENov, 2002- Nov, 2024 -
Certified E-Commerce Consultant
GEJul, 2002- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Advertising Specialist (TAS)
McClatchy -
Certified Leadership Consultant (MCP)
Jack Welch Management Institute -
Marketing Skills Certification
UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School -
Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Sales
AT&T
Experience
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ColorID
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United States
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Security and Investigations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sr. Regional Account Manager - Higher Education Group
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2021 - Present
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Kuebler Inc.
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United States
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Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business Development Manager
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2019 - 2021
Responsibility: Manage and improve organization’s market position and achieve financial growth while defining long-term organizational strategies, conduct market research, oversee and report ROI of marketing lead management strategies, and travel. Identify and pave avenues for tapping new OEM, MRO automation in electrical, industrial manufacturing markets, value-added resellers and potential customers contributing in overall business growth, best practices and maximizing sales revenues for the Sales team. Maintain accurate/timely records within CRM database system, business development activities and coordinate administration reports and outreach dashboards regarding all prospective partner activities. Responsible for building, cultivating and driving the relationship development functions for the US market. Assemble and maintain the sales pipeline funnel for the company. Assist Kuebler with distribution of marketing materials and inside communications externally and internally as needed. Set and ensure achievement of inside and outside sales teams, as well as company targets for growth, by providing obstinate support and inputs in improving and upgrading company culture and strategies. Implement creative solutions and build immediate rapport and trust with Kuebler’s client base. and for developing long lasting partnerships with customers to supply and manage their onboarding MRO procurement
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CLIA | Cruise Lines International Association
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United States
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Industry Associations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Destination & Travel Consultant
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Jul 2011 - Jan 2020
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Travel Agency Manager
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May 2010 - Jul 2019
I represent the Tourism Industry as an experienced professional with over 10 years providing excellent customer care and ensuring the best travel and accommodations are provided for clients, including corporate. I am confident and motivated, able to build good relations with customers, and proven to arrange tailor made holiday travel packages, reunions, honeymoon getaways and vacations destinations nationally and internationally. Certified Travel Agent: Provide complex travel consultations with demonstrated knowledge of domestic/international travel. Direct, supervise and train staff with bookings, guidelines, insurance and federal regulations. managing budgets, meeting sales targets and maximizing profits. Maintain excellent track record for effectively managing, developing and growing accounts . Able to provide excellent product knowledge and apply selling techniques. Managing and processing all travel-related documentation, including payments, itineraries, visas, medical, and legal forms. Assisting with any travel-related issues that may arise. Enjoy business marketing and networking events - Extensive travel industry knowledge Work with over 300+ suppliers: Hotels, Cruises, Car Rentals and Tour Companies Able to work instinctively with good initiative with private one on one evaluations Successfully provide a courteous and efficient travel boking experience with every client. Willingness to continue ongoing training and development - web based, online and classroom Accurately record information on company portal & booking engines, using cutting edge technology Vacations, Leisure Travel, Group Sales and Trade Shows
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Casual Elegance Enterprises
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Tampa, Florida, United States
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Regional Sales Manager
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Mar 2017 - Dec 2018
Lead, manage and execute sales of high quality specialty products and services in the hospitality & linen rental industry. Develops and maintain favorable relationships with hospitality clients: Hotel, Country Clubs, Event Venues - in order order to increase revenue. A wide degree of creativity and latitude in specializing design a wide range of events; including political galas, celebrity weddings, corporate banquets, charitable events, destination venues, hotels, etc. Covered Regions: NC, SC and Southern VA markets.
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Carolina Breast Friends
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Marketing and Communications
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2016 - 2018
Develop, implement and evaluate all aspects of communications, marketing media and outreach for the Non- Profit organization: Carolina Breast Friends. Providing information and comfort to newly diagnosed breast cancer patients. Community Outreach -The Breast Center Navigators of Levine Cancer Institute, Atrium Health, Piedmont Medical CaroMont, along with various chemotherapy infusion centers in the area. Also, manages, directs and performs all the activities associated with marketing and communication, including the development and execution of annual marketing plans, creative development, social media and public relations. Serve as the primary liaison through public outreach. with key constituents in the community working in the cancer services arena. Served as a volunteer and employee.
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McClatchy
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United States
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Newspaper Publishing
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500 - 600 Employee
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Territory Sales Manager (Media)
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2005 - 2015
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YP, The Real Yellow Pages®
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United States
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Advertising Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Outside Sales Account Representative
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2003 - 2005
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GE
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United States
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Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Sales Specialist
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1999 - 2003
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Newark Electronics
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United States
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Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Sales Representative
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1996 - 1999
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Education
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Charleston Southern University
Bachelor's degree -
UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School
Master's degree -
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Master's degree -
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Kenan-Flagler Business School
Executive MBA