Alex Bliss
Search Operations & Analytics Manager at Talentfoot Executive Search and Staffing- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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French Limited working proficiency
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Talentfoot Executive Search and Staffing
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Search Operations & Analytics Manager
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May 2022 - Present
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Search Operations Associate
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Jul 2021 - May 2022
Talentfoot is an executive search firm dedicated to servicing digital marketing, media and sales talent nationwide. Founded by both digital and traditional media professionals with 25 years of combined industry experience, we are the only search firm built on a classic executive search model while offering a core expertise in media, marketing and sales. We partner with start-ups, venture capitalists, publishers, technology providers, advertising agencies and Fortune 1000 companies by bringing forward top talent that advances, transforms and sustains organizations for years to come. Our unique approach combines industry expertise with formal executive search processes utilizing a team of professionals; leveraging an advanced research team, candidate development managers, and experienced executive search strategists in order to make the perfect match. We offer various levels of search services including contingency, engagement and retained depending on the requirements and needs at hand. We immerse ourselves in the ever changing digital landscape by attending industry events, getting involved with various industry associations, and following the industry trades. Our candidates also highly benefit from our services. In addition to being executive recruiters, we are also career consultants who truly enjoy assisting our candidates in taking their careers to new heights. We are invested in taking the time to understand the job seeker's career goals and interests at hand which allows us, to once again, make the perfect match. Servicing: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, Los Angeles, Madison, New York, Phoenix, San Francisco, Seattle and Tampa. Show less
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Nordstrom
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Assistant Manager
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Nov 2019 - Jun 2020
Position eliminated due to COVID-19 budget cutsPromoted from Salesperson rolePartnered with the Department Manager to build a culture of growth, driving $5.1 million in sales in 2019, a 5.6% increase, and a rank of #5 in the company, #1 in the North East regionSupported team of 8 salespeople by leading selling drills and strengthening communication between vendorsDrove a 32% sales volume increase in February 2020 by emphasizing strategic goals such as digital outreach Increased order fulfillment rate to above 85% during peak-volume holiday seasonUsed Microsoft Excel and a proprietary data visualization dashboard to track inventory and sales volume data, identify trends, and forecast future expectationsManaged a shared calendar on Microsoft Outlook to schedule and attend meetings while serving as a liaison between multiple vendorsProcured essential supplies and recorded orders in accordance with company policiesAssisted in onboarding and scheduling, led conflict negotiation issues, and solved customer service challenges Show less
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Salesperson
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Nov 2016 - Nov 2019
Generated personal gross sales of $58,000 during December 2018, $42,000 during July 2017, and $55,000 during December 2016Developing business network in building relationships with 15+ high-volume customersKnow-how and capability to succeed in selling all types of men's fashion
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University of Denver - Josef Korbel School of International Studies
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Research Assistant
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Mar 2019 - Sep 2019
Collaborated on research intersecting gender-based violence and international security with Dr. Marie Berry Booked international and domestic travel and managed logistics for Sié Center faculty, processed reimbursements for multiple trips using Concur Solutions Collected and analyzed open-source data to draft affidavits under strict confidentiality for asylum seekers Independently transcribed 5+ interviews to document and draw trends from varying experiences of female social activists worldwide in preparation for an upcoming book Show less
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University of Denver
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Tour Guide
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Feb 2017 - Jun 2019
Facilitated discussions on stories and experiences at the University of Denver through engaging with prospective students and familiesParticipated in student panels on group visits to showcase different academic and extracurricular offerings Adapted content to diverse audiences such as foreign students, professionals, childrenCollaborated with fellow tour guides to prepare schedules for and operate large-scale group visit days
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Orientation Leader
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Aug 2016 - Sep 2018
Built relationships with 18 first-year students to motivate, guide, and prepare them for their college experienceProvided high-impact support by coaching students on working through social and academic challengesMaintained these relationships through digital and in-person outreach over university careerPartnered with faculty coach to create and manage schedule of daily activitiesServed as Orientation Leader during 2016, 2018 Orientation Cycles
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Education
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University of Denver - Josef Korbel School of International Studies
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) International Studies, with Distinction, Concentrating in Security, Diplomacy, International Organizations, and Human Rights -
Corvinus University of Budapest
Foreign Exchange, International Relations and Affairs