Mike Rodel
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Bethany Sargent
Mike is an excellent manager who I had the pleasure of working underneath at The Inside Story. He was supportive, helped with personal development and was always open to new ideas and suggestions in the way we worked and how to streamline any processes. He has helped me to improve in my role and career whilst giving me the confidence to succeed in a new role. It was a great experience to be managed by him in the time I worked at The Inside Story and would highly recommend him as an asset to any company!
Rob Lawley
Mike was a great asset to the Sevenoaks team and genuinely assisted the business in developing and implementing our digital strategy over several years. He was a genuine team player, supportive and optimistic and simply got the job done in a calm and professional manner. Mike learnt fast and showed great innovation as his role grew managing all aspects of Google, as well as our website and social media, contributing to what has become a first class experience online.
Rebecca Lakin
Mike has been an integral part of our group's brands digital growth. He has a strong knowledge of digital, social media and search tactics, helping optimize every details of our digital campaigns. Additionally, he manages to juggle our complexity and fast shifting priorities with ease. He's a great person to work with!
Bethany Sargent
Mike is an excellent manager who I had the pleasure of working underneath at The Inside Story. He was supportive, helped with personal development and was always open to new ideas and suggestions in the way we worked and how to streamline any processes. He has helped me to improve in my role and career whilst giving me the confidence to succeed in a new role. It was a great experience to be managed by him in the time I worked at The Inside Story and would highly recommend him as an asset to any company!
Rob Lawley
Mike was a great asset to the Sevenoaks team and genuinely assisted the business in developing and implementing our digital strategy over several years. He was a genuine team player, supportive and optimistic and simply got the job done in a calm and professional manner. Mike learnt fast and showed great innovation as his role grew managing all aspects of Google, as well as our website and social media, contributing to what has become a first class experience online.
Rebecca Lakin
Mike has been an integral part of our group's brands digital growth. He has a strong knowledge of digital, social media and search tactics, helping optimize every details of our digital campaigns. Additionally, he manages to juggle our complexity and fast shifting priorities with ease. He's a great person to work with!
Bethany Sargent
Mike is an excellent manager who I had the pleasure of working underneath at The Inside Story. He was supportive, helped with personal development and was always open to new ideas and suggestions in the way we worked and how to streamline any processes. He has helped me to improve in my role and career whilst giving me the confidence to succeed in a new role. It was a great experience to be managed by him in the time I worked at The Inside Story and would highly recommend him as an asset to any company!
Rob Lawley
Mike was a great asset to the Sevenoaks team and genuinely assisted the business in developing and implementing our digital strategy over several years. He was a genuine team player, supportive and optimistic and simply got the job done in a calm and professional manner. Mike learnt fast and showed great innovation as his role grew managing all aspects of Google, as well as our website and social media, contributing to what has become a first class experience online.
Rebecca Lakin
Mike has been an integral part of our group's brands digital growth. He has a strong knowledge of digital, social media and search tactics, helping optimize every details of our digital campaigns. Additionally, he manages to juggle our complexity and fast shifting priorities with ease. He's a great person to work with!
Bethany Sargent
Mike is an excellent manager who I had the pleasure of working underneath at The Inside Story. He was supportive, helped with personal development and was always open to new ideas and suggestions in the way we worked and how to streamline any processes. He has helped me to improve in my role and career whilst giving me the confidence to succeed in a new role. It was a great experience to be managed by him in the time I worked at The Inside Story and would highly recommend him as an asset to any company!
Rob Lawley
Mike was a great asset to the Sevenoaks team and genuinely assisted the business in developing and implementing our digital strategy over several years. He was a genuine team player, supportive and optimistic and simply got the job done in a calm and professional manner. Mike learnt fast and showed great innovation as his role grew managing all aspects of Google, as well as our website and social media, contributing to what has become a first class experience online.
Rebecca Lakin
Mike has been an integral part of our group's brands digital growth. He has a strong knowledge of digital, social media and search tactics, helping optimize every details of our digital campaigns. Additionally, he manages to juggle our complexity and fast shifting priorities with ease. He's a great person to work with!
Credentials
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Advertising on YouTube
LinkedInJun, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
The Fudamentals of Digital Marketing
GoogleJun, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
B2B Foundations: Social Media Marketing
LinkedInApr, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
B2B Marketing on LinkedIn
LinkedInApr, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
LinkedIn Marketing Solutions Fundamentals
LinkedInJul, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
LinkedIn Marketing Strategy
LinkedInJul, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Google Ads Search Certification
GoogleNov, 2019- Sep, 2024 -
Google Ads Fundamentals
GoogleNov, 2018- Sep, 2024 -
Google Shopping Certification
GoogleNov, 2018- Sep, 2024 -
Google Adwords Shopping Certification
GoogleMar, 2017- Sep, 2024 -
Google Adwords Certification - Shopping
GoogleMar, 2016- Sep, 2024
Experience
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The Inside Story
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United States
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Public Relations and Communications Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Digital Marketing
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Sep 2021 - Present
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Head Of Digital Marketing
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Nov 2020 - Sep 2021
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Digital Marketing Manager
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Nov 2019 - Nov 2020
At The Inside Story, I help our clients leverage social media and digital marketing to tell their stories, reach new customers and develop a powerful brand identity through effective strategies. Key areas of expertise:- Social Media Management: content creation, best-practice, organic campaigns, audience engagement and growth- Social Media Paid Marketing: Facebook & Instagram ads, using the right formats and copy to maximise results from budgets. Reaching new customers through LinkedIn- Digital Marketing: Search Engine Marketing through SEO and PPC
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Digital Marketing Specialist
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Oct 2019 - Nov 2019
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Sevenoaks Sound and Vision
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United Kingdom
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Retail
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1 - 100 Employee
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Digital Manager
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Jul 2018 - Oct 2019
As a member of the Senior Management team, I took ownership of the Digital side of the businesses operations.I was responsible for all content on our website, including products, promotions and store pages. I also project managed new advancements to the website, such as new features and UI improvements. I looked after all of our Google PPC activity, reducing costs and increasing conversions.Looking after other advertising and social media channels were among my other digital responsibilities.
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Assistant eCommerce Manager
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Feb 2017 - Jun 2018
Working closely with senior management I supported and advanced the businesses eCommerce operation. Focusing on web content management and Google Search & Shopping campaigns I played a key role in improving and growing the eCommerce business.I successfully ran our Google PPC marketing campaigns, launch products & promotions on our website and relevant platforms, advance our websites content and improve our website customer experience all in-line with our businesses core values and message.
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e-Commerce Co-ordinator
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Jul 2014 - Jan 2017
I supported the business on all aspects of its eCommerce. I worked closely with the buying department, logistics department and senior management to ensure our on-line business is running smoothly, effectively and continues to grow and become more profitable. My main duties were:Processing ordersDeveloping the order process Creating product listings on our websiteEnhancing existing product listings to a higher standardCommunicating with manufacture's marketing departments to gain media content for our product listingsEffectively using eBayAfter-sales careUsing our social media channels to promote products and interact with manufacturers and consumers Implementing & ending promotions on our website Working with our web developers to enhance our websiteAmazon seller central - customer relations, competitive pricing and inventory controlEffectively Running our Google shopping & Adwords campaignsWorking on the launches of new brands across all our digital platforms
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Sales Consultant
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Feb 2013 - Jul 2014
Sevenoaks Sound & Vision is mid-high end chain of home cinema and HIFI stores. My main focuses were to provide extensive knowledge about wide range of products and to provide demonstrations. Ensuring we have all display models out, clean and in operationMaking sure stock room is kept clean and tidy, and is in a organized manner to insure efficiency when finding products for customers Completing stock counts Updating weekly figures and completing end of day reportsStore merchandisingRegularly checking emails and responding accordinglyEnsuring customer orders have been placedAssisting with maintaining stock levels and ensuring we have back up stock of popular productsManaging pricing for the store, making sure all correct pricing and POS is on displayCompleting weekly competitor forms
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Fossil Group, Inc.
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Sales Consultant (House of Fraser concession)
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Feb 2013 - Nov 2013
Fossil manufactures watches with its own brand name as well as some of the leading fashion watch brands. My main focus is advising customers on what watch is right for them and ensuring they are happy with the personal service they have received. Other duties include: • Creating displays following visual merchandising guidelines • Completing daily, mid-week and weekly paper work and reports • Responding to email requests from other stores and members of H/O • Managing the concession for 1-2 weeks at a time to cover for holidays • Authorising refunds, till discrepancies, retrospective points and other manager functions • Selling premium designer watches to a wide variety of different people • Adjusting watches – removing links for customers
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Sales Consultant
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Aug 2012 - Nov 2012
Duties included: • Providing excellent customer service in line with Beales values • Till operation – Managing Float – ensuring the till has enough change – Cashing up • Managing my own area, ensuring it’s tidy and completing customer requests • Assisting in large moves of stock and re arranging displays Duties included: • Providing excellent customer service in line with Beales values • Till operation – Managing Float – ensuring the till has enough change – Cashing up • Managing my own area, ensuring it’s tidy and completing customer requests • Assisting in large moves of stock and re arranging displays
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Madhouse Clothing
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United States
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Retail
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Weekend Shop Assistant
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Jul 2011 - Jul 2012
At madhouse I was flexible with my working hours, covering for peak times and holidays. Additional duties included: • Improving and driving sales • Dealing with a variety of different people and their requests • Taking phone queries and faxing figures to other stores • End of day paperwork At madhouse I was flexible with my working hours, covering for peak times and holidays. Additional duties included: • Improving and driving sales • Dealing with a variety of different people and their requests • Taking phone queries and faxing figures to other stores • End of day paperwork
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West Malling Angling
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United Kingdom
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Saturday Worker
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Sep 2009 - Mar 2011
My main duties were providing product advice, replenishing shelves and keeping the shop tidy. I learnt a lot about the importance of regular customers. My main duties were providing product advice, replenishing shelves and keeping the shop tidy. I learnt a lot about the importance of regular customers.
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Education
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K College
Level 2 Functional Maths, Graphic Design -
K College Tonbridge
Level 3 Extended Diploma BTEC, Graphic Design -
Hugh Christie Technology College, Tonbridge
GCSE, B-C