1. JENNIFER A. FLORY
51 McCannon Street, Sugar Grove, IL 60554 (630) 777-0611 jf.1227@gmail.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferaflory
Seeking a salesor marketing position that will utilize my diverse experience to positively impact
company profitability and growth.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated success in:
Generating new business through prospecting and consultative selling
Maximizing sales by communicating value, overcoming objections, securing hard-to-close deals
Marketingproducts/services, developing effective multimedia campaigns
Exceeding expectations, achieving goals,working collaboratively
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Entrepreneur/Artisan Crafter
2009-PRESENT – TURNIPSEED STUDIO – SUGAR GROVE, IL
Distribute products via direct sale, wholesale, and consignment channels; sold out of product at
2011 Christmas show at Fine Line Creative Arts Center in St. Charles, IL
Utilize creative and sewing skills to design and create apparel/accessories from
reclaimed/repurposed materials, sourced from local suppliers
Market goods and advertise events via online marketplace and social media channels
Provide high level of customer service on- and off-line
Manage inventory and business operations from home-based office/workroom
Multimedia Advertising Account Executive
2007-2009 – SHAW SUBURBAN MEDIA GROUP – ST. CHARLES, IL
Earned two top-ranked salesperson awards—locally and regionally—based on total revenue and
new business development
Increased annual territory revenue by 140%—from $90k in 2006 to $230k in 2007—with revenue
previously declining at annual rate of 35%
Consistently exceeded 2008 monthly sales quotas—ranging from $35k - $45k; reached $500k in
revenue by end of year
Fostered relations with direct clients and agencies utilizing consultative sales
approach;provided solutions-based opportunities focused on increasing client ROI
Developed marketing ideas, strategies, and tactics to help local business owners increase
market share, brand awareness, and revenue
Created multifaceted customer-specific marketing packages for major revenue accounts,
including universities, financial institutions, and hospitals
Spearheaded interdepartmental projects and supplemental marketing opportunities to drive
revenue, attract new advertisers, and market to new audiences
2. Outside Sales Representative
2005-2007 – J.S. PALUCH CO., INC. – SCHILLER PARK, IL
Generated new business through cold prospecting, networking, and providing clients with
targeted marketing solutions to enable business growth
Sold advertising space into weekly bulletins distributed to parish members of Catholic churches
throughout Illinois
Assisted clients in designing advertising copy and content; suggested appropriate calls to action
within marketing message
Independent Consultant/Distributor
2004-2005 – HOMEMADE GOURMET – SUGAR GROVE, IL
Developed loyal client-base; provided solution-based products to improve efficiency
Sold gourmet food items and meal-planning kits directly to consumers via farmers’ markets,
craft fairs, home parties, and online markets
Managed inventory and business operations from home-based office
Recruited new distributors through solicitation of business opportunity to repeat customers and
via online classified ads
Facilities Coordinator/Executive Assistant
2001-2004 – EMCOR FACILITIES SERVICES/BANKONE CORP. – WHEATON, IL
Provided high-level administrative support to Regional, Asset, and Facilities Managers
Assisted in budget planning, variance reporting, capital project tracking, and overall
recordkeeping
Handledpayroll, time-off requests, workplace injury and accident reports, and scheduled
random drug tests for employees
Received training and certification in OSHA, defensive driving, fire safety, and property
management
Scheduled and negotiated outsourced vendor servicecontracts, such as landscaping, snow
removal, pest control, and janitorial services
ImplementedPDA conversion training program for team of 20 mechanical engineers
Created computerized inventory database of HVAC components at 150+ facilities
Buyer/Assistant Retail Store Manager
1998-2000 – MIDWEST GOLF & TENNIS CENTER – ST. CHARLES, IL
Managed ladies department—included buying, selling, merchandising equipment and apparel
Attended PGA Merchandise Show to establish connections with new vendors
Exhibited in 8 trade shows throughout the Midwest selling $100k+ inventory per show—included
driving cargo van with merchandise within 800 mile radius of IL, handling booth set up/tear
down, load/unload, selling merchandise, answering customer questions, handling transactions
Assisted in development and marketing of mid-season open house to introduce new products
Developed computerized inventory database and tracking system
EDUCATION
Master of Business Administration, BENEDICTINE UNIVERSITY – Lisle, IL – 2013
Bachelor of Arts in Business Management, DEPAUL UNIVERSITY – Chicago, IL – 2007