1. Timothy Woodruff
1527 S. Myrtle Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33756
727-415-3888 (cell)
Twoodruffipad@gmail.com
Career Objective
To develop my professional ambitions and demonstrate my knowledge as a specialist in the fields of event
planning, digital and social marketing, direct and customer-relationship marketing, market and shopper research.
My ability to utilize excellent communication skills and real-life experience will allow me to be successful working
both independently as well as in large group environments.
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Key Skills and Proficiencies
• Microsoft Word, Excel, &
PowerPoint
• Adobe Captivate, Apple iMovie,
Adobe Soundbooth
• Adobe Creative Suite Platforms
(Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Event Planning & Coordination
• Project Management / Planning
• Create & Manage Budget Plans
• Promotional Sourcing &
Acquisition
• Innovative Thinker & Developer
• Active Database Management
• Detail Oriented
• Effective Time Management
• High Level of Organizational
Skills
• Adaptability to a Change
Environment
• Effective Contingency Planner
• Effective Communicator
• Team Player
• Effective Leadership &
Mentoring skills
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Experience
Transamerica Life Insurance Company, 570 Carillon Parkway, Saint Petersburg, FL 33716
November 1995 – April 2015
Marketing & Events / Intermediate Marketing Specialist
• Responsible for full planning, coordination and execution of all Company events, conventions (30K+
attendees), incentive trip participation (400+ couples attending), internal training meetings (30-120
attendees), special meetings, events & activities – large and small
• Create, review and manage annual marketing budgets totaling greater than $500k
• Responsible for sourcing, pricing and acquiring all Company promotional items used for conventions,
incentive trips, year-end events, wholesaler support, recognition program awards and VIP holiday gifts
utilizing innovative, unique ideas priced thru multiple vendors
• Creation, management and ownership of Marketing/Project Plans used for all individual events and
activities, which include all action items, participants and budget responsibilities
• Establish strong business relationships with numerous vendors and suppliers outside of the company to
ensure the best pricing and services available for the Company
• Partnered with President and Executive Leadership Team, to assess current and future marketing
landscape. Developed and executed annual marketing plan and budget to assure the companies on-target
marketing message
• Collaborate with team in creation and support of all aspects of Marketing/Project Plan while managing
and expounding the creative development of the Plan
• Maintain active budgets for all supporting events and promotional plans while looking for ways to reduce
overall costs, without compromising quality or perception to our customers. Achieved an approximately
10% reduction of the budgetary allowance each year
• Create compelling training, launch and promotional videos for web and email delivery
• Create and maintain Company product marketing brochures for various products and programs
• Self-motivated in a growing, fast paced marketing environment
2. Slide Slick, 1527 S Myrtle Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33756
October 2011 – Current
Owner / Managing Partner
• Manufacturer/distributor of Inflatable Slide Surface Spray Lubricant & Inflatable Vinyl Surface Cleaner
products
• Responsible for product development, sourcing, ordering and distribution through website orders as well
as national and regional trade shows
• Maintaining active customer list database and sales database
• Responsible for all shipping and customer support.
Planet Jump, LLC, 12640 62nd Street N, Largo, Fl 33773
October 2007- August 2014
Owner / Managing Partner
• Responsible for all Marketing aspects related to website development, internal promotions, community
involvement and charitable support
• Advertising responsibilities – published, and community based
• Hire, manage and train staff of 16 full/part-time team members
• Manage daily business activities
• Food service supply ordering and preparation
• Purchasing and sourcing of equipment and promotional items from multiple vendors
• Delivered a consistent high level guest experience to our customers
• Management of annual budget and monthly/weekly expenses
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Industry Licenses
FINRA Series 6; Florida Life & Variable Annuity
Education
University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
Bachelor’s Degree: Communications
Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL
Major Business Administration; Dean’s List
Series 6, Florida Life/VA Licenses
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References
Mr. Frank DeMeno; National Vice President, Transamerica: (757) 880-2637
Mr. Tim McCart; Director of Distribution and Events, World Financial Group, Duluth GA: (404) 307-5402
Ms. Heather Caplin; Senior Graphics Designer, Transamerica: (727) 692-2142
Mr. Gary Dziubek, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF, FLMI, FSSI; Internal Sales Director, Transamerica: (941) 723-9265
Mr. Nick Quartaro; Assistant Head Football Coach, University of North Texas: (940) 765-4411
Mr. Ron Helinger; Partner, Helinger Advertising, Saint Petersburg, FL: (727) 409-4441
Ms. Sylvia Barnes; Helinger Advertising, Saint Petersburg, FL: (727) 327-3333