Campus Address:                                    LAUREN C. HOFMANN                                                 May 2010:
12 E. Park Place Apt. 1                                   (812) 454-6559                                             812 S. St. James Blvd
Oxford, OH 45056                                                                                                     Evansville, IN 47714
                                                      HofmanLC@muohio.edu
SUMMARY
A PASSIONATE, ACCOUNTABLE, PERFORMANCE-DRIVEN MARKETING AND INTERACTIVE MEDIA STUDIES STUDENT SEEKING AN OPPORTUNITY TO IMPACT A
COMPANY’S CULTURE, PROFITABILITY AND MARKET SHARE


Education and Accolades
MIAMI UNIVERSITY – FARMER SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, OXFORD, OH                                                   Graduation anticipated: May 2010
Major: Marketing Minor: Interactive Media Studies                                                                              GPA 3.21/4.0
Honors: Deans List                                                                                                              Spring 2009

Marketing & Sales Experience
Target Food Strategy Innovation Project- Creativity, Innovation & Design, Miami University                     August 2009-Present
   Developing a framework and strategy that leverages technology to innovate the way Target sells food
   Performed SWOT analysis, created positioning map and researched industry to support proposal recommendations
   Present comprehensive solution to clients at culmination of the project

Cablevision Web Usability Project- Interactive Media Practicum, Miami University                                      August 2009-Present
  Elected to spearhead “Current Customers Team” conducting primary and secondary research to assess user needs
  Administering IDI’s, Competitive Analyses and Usability Analyses through state-of-the-art eye-tracking and usability software
  Present comprehensive digital solution to clients at culmination of the project

The Sherwin Williams Company, Marketing & Sales Intern—Cincinnati, Ohio                                                May 2009-July 2009
   Created and executed strategy to increase Preferred Customer sales, accounts and promote customer loyalty.
   Prospected 800 buyers to create 64% increase in DIY sales for the month of June
   Researched competitive DIY market and made recommendations to better target customers and increase market share.
   Gained exposure to business practices through ride-along in the field with Preferred Customer sales representative

Stryker Instruments Sales Presentation- Creating Customer Value, Miami University                                 January 2009- May 2009
   Initiated contact and shadow experience with Stryker Instruments sales representatives to learn business and sales practices.
   Conducted simulated Stryker Instruments sales call with Stryker representative to demonstrate command of sales process

Campus Representative & Sales, Hire Education—Oxford, Ohio                                                        October 2008-April 2009
  Worked directly with President of business start-up committed to helping better prepare students for the corporate workforce
  Uncovered database of 25K names across 3 campuses and customized emails to pilot Constant Contact outreach
  Made presentation to Miami University Athletic Director to customize services to student-athlete community and integrate “12 Weeks
   to Full Time” into curriculum

Brand Ambassador, Microsoft Live Search—Oxford, Ohio                                                     September 2008-December 2008
   Spearheaded short term campaign to increase membership for latest Microsoft search engine
   Utilized buzz marketing techniques and cost-effective social networking platforms to showcase incentives, increase brand awareness
    and generate enthusiasm for MLS—70+ members at culmination of the project

Leadership and Campus involvement
Toastmasters International                                                                                       September 2009-Present
  Faithfully attend weekly meetings and participate in breakout sessions to accomplish daily goals
  Building ability to motivate and persuade as well as working to hone communication, listening and leadership skills

Delta Sigma Pi International Business Fraternity, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio                                  January 2007-Present
President of Marketing
   Revamped recruitment and fundraising marketing efforts. Attracted record number of applicants—over 115 individuals
   Developed marketing strategy to promote “Battle of the Bands”: raised $2,274.61 and 1,022 people attended
   Promoted Hayes 5K Memorial Race: raised over $4,000 and bridged gap between Miami University and Oxford community
   Served on Executive Board and Fundraising Committee

Miami University Department of Housing, Dining and Guest Services                                                August 2006-Present
  Serve 10 hours per week in dining establishments. Responsibilities include: inventory management and employing customer service
   principles

Intercollegiate Athletics
Miami University Women’s Varsity Tennis Team                                                                  August 2006-September 2009
  2009 MAC Conference Champions, NCAA Division I ranking of #72 in Unites States
  Devoted 20+ hours per week to practicing, conditioning, meetings and various athletic obligations
  Acquired exceptional discipline, work ethic, time management skills, team goal setting skills and a performance-driven attitude

Lauren Hofmann Resume

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    Campus Address: LAUREN C. HOFMANN May 2010: 12 E. Park Place Apt. 1 (812) 454-6559 812 S. St. James Blvd Oxford, OH 45056 Evansville, IN 47714 HofmanLC@muohio.edu SUMMARY A PASSIONATE, ACCOUNTABLE, PERFORMANCE-DRIVEN MARKETING AND INTERACTIVE MEDIA STUDIES STUDENT SEEKING AN OPPORTUNITY TO IMPACT A COMPANY’S CULTURE, PROFITABILITY AND MARKET SHARE Education and Accolades MIAMI UNIVERSITY – FARMER SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, OXFORD, OH Graduation anticipated: May 2010 Major: Marketing Minor: Interactive Media Studies GPA 3.21/4.0 Honors: Deans List Spring 2009 Marketing & Sales Experience Target Food Strategy Innovation Project- Creativity, Innovation & Design, Miami University August 2009-Present  Developing a framework and strategy that leverages technology to innovate the way Target sells food  Performed SWOT analysis, created positioning map and researched industry to support proposal recommendations  Present comprehensive solution to clients at culmination of the project Cablevision Web Usability Project- Interactive Media Practicum, Miami University August 2009-Present  Elected to spearhead “Current Customers Team” conducting primary and secondary research to assess user needs  Administering IDI’s, Competitive Analyses and Usability Analyses through state-of-the-art eye-tracking and usability software  Present comprehensive digital solution to clients at culmination of the project The Sherwin Williams Company, Marketing & Sales Intern—Cincinnati, Ohio May 2009-July 2009  Created and executed strategy to increase Preferred Customer sales, accounts and promote customer loyalty.  Prospected 800 buyers to create 64% increase in DIY sales for the month of June  Researched competitive DIY market and made recommendations to better target customers and increase market share.  Gained exposure to business practices through ride-along in the field with Preferred Customer sales representative Stryker Instruments Sales Presentation- Creating Customer Value, Miami University January 2009- May 2009  Initiated contact and shadow experience with Stryker Instruments sales representatives to learn business and sales practices.  Conducted simulated Stryker Instruments sales call with Stryker representative to demonstrate command of sales process Campus Representative & Sales, Hire Education—Oxford, Ohio October 2008-April 2009  Worked directly with President of business start-up committed to helping better prepare students for the corporate workforce  Uncovered database of 25K names across 3 campuses and customized emails to pilot Constant Contact outreach  Made presentation to Miami University Athletic Director to customize services to student-athlete community and integrate “12 Weeks to Full Time” into curriculum Brand Ambassador, Microsoft Live Search—Oxford, Ohio September 2008-December 2008  Spearheaded short term campaign to increase membership for latest Microsoft search engine  Utilized buzz marketing techniques and cost-effective social networking platforms to showcase incentives, increase brand awareness and generate enthusiasm for MLS—70+ members at culmination of the project Leadership and Campus involvement Toastmasters International September 2009-Present  Faithfully attend weekly meetings and participate in breakout sessions to accomplish daily goals  Building ability to motivate and persuade as well as working to hone communication, listening and leadership skills Delta Sigma Pi International Business Fraternity, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio January 2007-Present President of Marketing  Revamped recruitment and fundraising marketing efforts. Attracted record number of applicants—over 115 individuals  Developed marketing strategy to promote “Battle of the Bands”: raised $2,274.61 and 1,022 people attended  Promoted Hayes 5K Memorial Race: raised over $4,000 and bridged gap between Miami University and Oxford community  Served on Executive Board and Fundraising Committee Miami University Department of Housing, Dining and Guest Services August 2006-Present  Serve 10 hours per week in dining establishments. Responsibilities include: inventory management and employing customer service principles Intercollegiate Athletics Miami University Women’s Varsity Tennis Team August 2006-September 2009  2009 MAC Conference Champions, NCAA Division I ranking of #72 in Unites States  Devoted 20+ hours per week to practicing, conditioning, meetings and various athletic obligations  Acquired exceptional discipline, work ethic, time management skills, team goal setting skills and a performance-driven attitude