Sales Manager

• Jun 2017 - Present

Sales & Marketing Technologist

• Dec 2015 - May 2017

Executive Assistant

• Nov 2013 - Dec 2015

Founded in 2004 with its headquarters in Atlanta, Hodges-Mace, LLC is an employee benefits technology and communications firm that helps employers improve their overall delivery of benefits by implementing cutting-edge solutions coupled with proven employee engagement and decision-support services. Our mission is to improve our clients’ overall delivery of benefits by implementing positive changes to employee education and enrollment and administrative processes. Ultimately, our high-touch service philosophy and thorough approach to solving our clients' challenges translate to an exceptional customer service experience.

Senior Art Consultant

• May 2004 - Jul 2013

~ Increase revenue for assigned accounts from $2M to $2.5M annually~ Cultivate client relationships through effective account management and marketing strategies~ Serve as a liaison between Deljou Art Group and our client base, including vendors, gallery owners, interior designers, hotel owners, purchasing agents, and high-end retail private collectors~ Ensure the highest level of client satisfaction through prompt, proactive problem resolution, and hands-on service from the onset of each project through the final stages of delivery and installation, on time and within budget~ Analyze data and recommend product development for annual trade shows and general inventory ~ Design and implement policies and procedures to guarantee ease of interaction amidst internal departments~ Play an integral role in orientation of new hires and clientele, including training and supervising five administrative employees

Art Consultant

• May 2004 - May 2011

Event Manager

• May 2011 - Nov 2011

~ Building business through direct and indirect sales techniques~ Selling, planning, and customizing both corporate and recreational private dining events ensuring every last detail is taken care of~ Assisting with special requests and personal touches, guaranteeing a memorable dining experience~ Scheduling and coordinating simultaneous functions in OpenTable, keeping all lines of communication open between various departments~ Active member of the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau, fostering and developing new relationships with members to drive repeat business and referrals~ Strengthening partnerships with existing neighboring clients via weekly follow-ups~ Hosted luncheons for key groups to increase awareness on our location, hours of operation, quality/taste/variety of menu items, services, and technology capabilities~ Communicated all event needs with the General Manager and Chefs in a timely manner to breed an efficient and effective operation