Overview
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Kelsey Taylor

Baton Rouge

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Brand Manager

NOEL Family Distillery
Baton Rouge
08.2022 - 01.2025
  • Delivered marketing strategy updates to upper-level management.
  • Marketed products and services at tradeshows and promotional events.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and sales.
  • Worked closely with customers to determine appropriate marketing offerings and strategies for business needs.
  • Collaborated with sales teams on product launches, promotions and pricing strategies.
  • Cultivated business partnerships to build lasting relationships with internal and external parties.
  • Organized trade shows and conferences to increase brand awareness in key markets.
  • Conducted research to determine ideal markets for products and services.
  • Negotiated with vendors to obtain most cost-effective pricing for product distribution.
  • Coordinated marketing events for showcasing product and service offerings.
  • Recommended product changes to enhance customer interest and maximize sales.
  • Created content for social media campaigns, website copy, brochures, press releases and other marketing materials.
  • Worked with creative teams to design logos, packaging designs, advertisements, digital experiences and more.
  • Analyzed competitors' brands and products to develop unique positioning for the company's offerings.
  • Collaborated with other departments to coordinate strategic marketing activities.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

Manager

Warner Orthopedics and Wellness
Baton Rouge
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Utilized CRM systems to manage customer relationships and personalize service.
  • Reviewed sales figures regularly to determine staffing needs during peak times.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust sales strategies accordingly.
  • Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
  • Monitored inventory, cash, and payroll processes to keep location running smoothly.
  • Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.

Private Nanny

Natalie Noel and Meredith Warner
Baton Rouge
06.2014 - 08.2021
  • Transported the children safely to appointments, social engagements or recreational activities.
  • Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
  • Developed an understanding of each child's individual strengths and weaknesses.
  • Taught reading, arts and crafts and lap play to encourage intellectual development.
  • Traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
  • Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
  • Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
  • Assigned age-appropriate chores to encourage self-confidence and responsibility.
  • Prepared snacks and meals, scheduled, and coordinated projects and reinforced appropriate discipline for children according to parents' specifications.
  • Cooked nutritious meals to promote healthy diet and nutrition.

Event Coordinator-Intern

Healing Place Church
Baton Rouge
08.2012 - 05.2014
  • Communicated effectively with clients throughout the entire process from initial inquiry through final wrap-up activities.
  • Liaised with clients to understand their vision and requirements, customizing events to meet their specific needs.
  • Communicated event timelines to stakeholders for on-time event execution.
  • Monitored progress throughout each event to ensure it ran smoothly from start to finish.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements for speakers or special guests attending events.
  • Developed marketing materials to promote events such as posters, flyers and social media posts.
  • Attended and participated in industry events.
  • Managed catering services, audio-visual services and housekeepers.
  • Resolved unexpected issues and emergencies during events, maintaining poise and ensuring participant satisfaction.
  • Organized corporate luncheons, dinners, conferences and special events.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Theology

Logos University
Jacksonville, FL
05-2014

Skills

  • Event management
  • Reliability
  • Task prioritization
  • Detail-oriented
  • Sales collaboration
  • Project management
  • Communication skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Relationship building
  • Client relationship management
  • Retail marketing
  • Vendor management
  • Sales strategy
  • CRM management

Timeline

Brand Manager

NOEL Family Distillery
08.2022 - 01.2025

Manager

Warner Orthopedics and Wellness
08.2021 - 08.2022

Private Nanny

Natalie Noel and Meredith Warner
06.2014 - 08.2021

Event Coordinator-Intern

Healing Place Church
08.2012 - 05.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Theology

Logos University
Kelsey Taylor