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Kyla Cunningham is a seasoned professional with a strong background in customer service, sales, and corporate engagement. With over four years of experience at the Tree Care Industry Association, she has developed expertise in managing relationships with key accounts and driving business growth. Cunningham holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Global Studies and Spanish from Bryant University, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. Her language proficiency in Spanish and proficiency in Microsoft Office and PowerPoint skills make her a valuable asset in various industries. Prior to her current role, she worked as a Corporate Engagement Manager and a Merrell Sales Representative, where she received awards for her outstanding performance. Cunningham is also a skilled researcher and has experience in creating budgets and calendars for events and promotions.

Experience

    • United States
    • Professional Training and Coaching
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Director of Corporate Engagement
      • Mar 2023 - Present

    • Corporate Engagement Manager
      • Jan 2020 - Mar 2023

    • Agency Partnership Manager
      • Sep 2016 - Jan 2020
      • Somerville, MA

    • United States
    • Retail Apparel and Fashion
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Merrell Sales Representative
      • Dec 2013 - Sep 2016

      • Received Eastern Region Account Manager of the Year 2014• Responsible for approx. 70 independent accounts and acquiring new business in the territory• Build strong and trusting relationships with accounts and provide the highest level of customer service• Develop and execute line showing presentations that communicate the brand message and seasonal story while maintaining a focus on product flow and seasonal sales goals• Coordinate with local athletic groups/non-profits and accounts to promote seasonal marketing stories and grow the Merrell customer base as well as plan/execute semi-annual events and in-store promotions to spur sales• Allocate and plan the territory’s marketing budget effectively throughout the territory to promote key marketing objectives• Responsible for all distribution decisions throughout the territory and making the difficult choices of which retailers to partner with

    • Merrell Technical Sales Representative
      • May 2012 - Dec 2013

      - Received Tech Rep of the Year award 2013- Educated retail associates on Merrell footwear/apparel and new technologies through account visits and clinics to generate brand awareness and increase sell-thru- Provided feedback and research from the field at the retail level to incorporate Marketing, Product, and Sales departments and ensure advertising and marketing campaigns were aligned with retailers through all channels of distribution. - Analyzed current stock levels and performance with buyers, managers and sales executives to make appropriate recommendations for footwear and apparel sales - Created and managed budgets and calendars for clinics, events, grand openings, promotions, trade shows and sales conferences

    • Writing Consultant/Peer Tutor
      • Sep 2011 - May 2012

      - Aid students in editing, outlining and formatting academic papers- Developed, coordinated and facilitated conversation groups for international students- Assist students in developing skills for thesis development, reading for writing strategies and critical reading- Constructed a guide for students regarding Chicago Manual Style citation format with another Writing Specialist

  • GTECH
    • Providence, Rhode Island Area
    • Government Relations Intern
      • Mar 2012 - Apr 2012
      • Providence, Rhode Island Area

    • Sales/Customer Service Intern
      • May 2010 - Aug 2011

      - Assisted with order processing and sending invoices to distributors- Provided sales representative support- Handled both consumer and customer calls, customer service representative

    • Waitress/Hostess
      • May 2006 - Aug 2011

      Developed strong communication and interpersonal skills, time management, and problem solving in a fast-pace environment.

    • Sales Representative
      • May 2009 - Aug 2009

      Responsible for all aspects of the sales cycle from prospecting, sales presentation, closing the sale, and finalizing all orders

Education

  • 2008 - 2012
    Bryant University
    Bachelor of Arts, Global Studies; Spanish
  • 2010 - 2010
    Universidad de Sevilla

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Industry Focus. “Retail and Consumer Goods”

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