Experience

Eco-Cycle

• United States
• Environmental Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• TASP Consultant & Campaigns Project Mgr.

  • Jul 2021 - Present

  I am thrilled to be a consultant on the Technical Assistance Service Provider (TASP) program which assists local governments across Colorado's Front Range with increasing diversion ​rates ​and reducing waste by implementing sustainable, long-term solutions that meet the unique needs of each community. I am thrilled to be a consultant on the Technical Assistance Service Provider (TASP) program which assists local governments across Colorado's Front Range with increasing diversion ​rates ​and reducing waste by implementing sustainable, long-term solutions that meet the unique needs of each community.



Recycle Colorado

• United States
• Nonprofit Organization Management

• Programs Director

  • Apr 2019 - May 2021

  As the Programs Director at Recycle Colorado, Laura sets concepts into action. She creates impactful results that advance waste diversion initiatives across Colorado. With a background in business development, Laura is especially keen to help businesses working towards a circular economy. She is a coalition builder who channels initiatives across a broad spectrum of stakeholders to strengthen partnerships. Laura is also an advocate of civic engagement. She Chairs her hometown’s Sustainability Advisory Board and coordinates efforts to unify her community while ensuring its long-term environmental and economic vibrancy. In her free time, Laura enjoys mountain biking, beekeeping, gardening, and almost any mountain adventure. Show less



Aztech Energy

• United States
• Oil and Gas

• Director Of Business Development

  • Jul 2017 - Dec 2018

  At Aztech Energy, we’re helping 5.5 Million American hot tub owners save money on their $1.3 Million hot tub heating costs. Our SunCatcher Solar hot tub cover is the first ever cover with solar collectors already built into the cover. This innovative, solar thermal design collects the sun’s rays and radiates solar heat directly into the spa water. NO extra wiring or assembly is required. Just an average of 4-5 hours of sun per day reduces electrical heating needs by 50-75%. Our mission is to save you money and simultaneously provide a better, more ecological solution for hot tub owners. Show less



West Corporation

• Türkiye
• Computer and Network Security

• National Account Manager

  • Jul 2004 - Jul 2017

  Delivered ROI to Execs at Fortune 500 companies through tailored communication solutions. Accomplishments:  Managed $84 Million book of business.  Delivered IBM a 205% ROI on conferences and webcasts through digital and social media.  Demo and Trained clients on SaaS technologies to hasten adoption rates by 43%.  Authored 15 RFPs (request for proposals) and contribute content for marketing collateral. Delivered ROI to Execs at Fortune 500 companies through tailored communication solutions. Accomplishments:  Managed $84 Million book of business.  Delivered IBM a 205% ROI on conferences and webcasts through digital and social media.  Demo and Trained clients on SaaS technologies to hasten adoption rates by 43%.  Authored 15 RFPs (request for proposals) and contribute content for marketing collateral.



Somera Communications

• Telecommunications

• INTERNATIONAL SALES CONSULTANT

  • Oct 2001 - Feb 2003

  Somera: NASDAQ listed company selling new and refurbished telecommunications infrastructure.; Launched newly opened EMEA office. Sold refurbished telecom equipment to GSM operators, ISPs, Wireless Local Loop and Landline companies. Accomplishments: - Achieved double digit growth in France, Africa and the Middle. - Established 32 new purchasing customers from cold calls. Somera: NASDAQ listed company selling new and refurbished telecommunications infrastructure.; Launched newly opened EMEA office. Sold refurbished telecom equipment to GSM operators, ISPs, Wireless Local Loop and Landline companies. Accomplishments: - Achieved double digit growth in France, Africa and the Middle. - Established 32 new purchasing customers from cold calls.



Asurent Technologies

• United States
• Telecommunications

• ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

  • Nov 1998 - Oct 2001

  Asurent: Supplier of new and refurbished telecommunications infrastructure equipment. Sold telecommunications equipment to multimillion dollar companies to support their operations in U.S. and international markets. Accomplishments: - Started International division. Prospected over 300 worldwide telecom companies. Developed three of them into million dollar accounts. - Provided mentorship as Team Leader to Account Representatives. Trained team on cellular and landline infrastructure, sales calls and created a high level of team enthusiasm. Show less



Dorian Drake International

• United States
• International Trade and Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• EXPORT SALES COORDINATOR

  • Jan 1997 - Jun 1998

  - Worked with U.S. Manufacturers and European customers to promote sale of U.S. manufactured foodservice equipment within Europe. - Coordinated all points of sale including price negotiation, payment terms, export documentation, and freight delivery. Accomplishments: - Managed European business sector. Serviced over 120 European accounts. - Surpassed revenue targets. - Worked with U.S. Manufacturers and European customers to promote sale of U.S. manufactured foodservice equipment within Europe. - Coordinated all points of sale including price negotiation, payment terms, export documentation, and freight delivery. Accomplishments: - Managed European business sector. Serviced over 120 European accounts. - Surpassed revenue targets.



Forte & Meridien Hotels

• SALES COORDINATOR

  • Apr 1995 - Dec 1996

  Forte and Meridien: A portfolio of over 350 luxury and upscale hotel worldwide. Liased with American and Canadian tour operators, travel agents, tourist boards, and airlines to promote and sell 4 and 5 star luxury hotels in Saint Martin, Barbados, Guadeloupe and Martinique. Accomplishments: - Gave presentations at national tradeshows and seminars - Coordinated onsite education forums for travel agents on hotels and destinations. - Translated business French documents for international branch offices. Show less