Sales Executive @ Contently believes that every great brand has a story to tell. That's why we help brands tell their story. We do this through our network of high quality journalists, our content management platform, and our insights tool focused on reader engagement. I recently moved to San Francisco to open up Contently's West Coast office and now work with companies in this region. From June 2014 to Present (1 year 7 months) San Francisco Bay AreaSales Strategist @ - Worked directly with the VP of Sales to identify, contact, and bring in new business. - Worked with junior sales colleagues on general training and ongoing mentorship/managment - Exceeded quota by 200% From January 2014 to June 2014 (6 months) Business Developer - Workshop Facilitator @ - Identify and create partnerships with influential bloggers, vital news portals, and industry influencers in order to increase visibility and sales of LSM products - Develop sponsorship opportunities with companies interested in lean startup methodologies and the LSM brand - Facilitate workshops of 80+ attendees ensuring a high energy and engaging learning environment From June 2013 to December 2013 (7 months) Business Development Specialist @ -Develop, operate, and grow the strategic marketing program focused around lead generation and company branding -Create and maintain marketing budget in conjunction with various media channels -Create and act on sales opportunities while working hand in hand with potential and current clients From June 2011 to July 2013 (2 years 2 months) Co-Founder - Chief Marketing Officer @ - Develop and cultivate the urJELLY Marketplace specifically working with marketing partner relations, revenue model, user interface, and marketplace strategy - Oversee brand management, user outreach plans, advertisement strategies, community networking programs, public relations, business strategy, and marketing plan development - Develop, maintain, and grow network of contacts relevant to urJELLY to ensure the growth and success of the company From November 2011 to April 2013 (1 year 6 months) Co-Founder - Owner @ -Oversee and manage business sales, operations, vendor relations, and strategic growth -Develop and manage company marketing and branding strategy -Organized and held 3 events with a combined gross profit of $35,000 and net revenue of $10,000 From November 2011 to December 2012 (1 year 2 months) Campus Manager @ -Top salesman in the northeast region 2010 -Full responsibility for procurement of all books for the student market -Developed a highly motivated team, with emphasis on training for up-selling and cross-selling opportunities -Attained $43,723 in sales, increased sales by 242% in 14 days From July 2009 to May 2011 (1 year 11 months) Production Assistant @ -Assisted producers with a variety of tasks including but not limited to directing the lower level employees, as well as building strategies in order to accomplish certain goals to ensure a successful production From August 2008 to August 2008 (1 month)

Management and Marketing with a minor in Information Technology, Business @ Monmouth UniversityBA, Business Management & Marketing @ Monmouth University School of Business West Joe Lopardo is skilled in: Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Social Media Marketing, New Business Development, Social Media, Business Strategy, Start-ups, Business Innovation, Business Development, Strategy, Lead Generation, Product Development, Networking