2. Comprehensive History A twenty-something, when it comes to experience in business years, garnering ten (10) promotions through my career Over seventy (70) clients represented through the work with three (3) different companies Business knowledge on both Agency and Client sides Competency in Division Leadership, Client Management, Fiduciary Control, Project Management, Business Development and Event Planning Well-versed in online marketing strategies Responsible for $526+ million collectively for career Skills used to support non-profit Develop teams and coach individuals to maximize FTE dollar
3. Well-Rounded Skill Set Leadership Business Plan Development Revenue Forecasting Profit & Loss (P&L) Strategy Planning Case Study Development Product Pricing Strategies Cross Functional Teams SOP Development Management Team Development Project Management Call Center Relations Vendor Negotiation Competitive & Market Analysis Event Marketing Pharmaceutical Prescription Analysis Procurement Relations Loyalty Marketing Business Development Prospect Discovery Develop Collaborative Relationships Strategy Identification Close Business Opportunities Media Planning & Execution Reach & Frequency Analysis Media Flight Planning Post Campaign Response Analysis Consumer Media Consumption Analysis Client Information Gathering Mastered Digital Training Personal Strong Interpersonal Ability Microsoft Office Proficiency
4. Have You Heard? “Working with Darin is always a pleasure. He is very strategic, knowledgeable, professional, and supportive. Darin's insights and recommendations helped me be a better and more knowledgeable Partner. I trust him and think he is a reliable person who gets things done well and on time.” - Elizabeth Carfioli, Director, Ogilvy Advertising Darin is exceptional with clients, including franchisees--a very challenging audience. He is delightful to work with; always prepared and on top of his game. – Janis Chamoun, Director of Advertising, Carlson Travel Group “…the fact that, in order to retain this business [Dell] as long as we possibly can, we had to make ‘them love us’ and make them understand that we ‘got it covered for you on this newspaper stuff’…You guys [Darin & team] have gone above and beyond that call…This is truly what makes us the best in the business.” - Brian Burke, Chief Executive Officer, Novus Print Media Network “Your superior service is a profound example of how service can make the difference for both internal and external customers. Thank you for your great contribution to Carlson Wagonlit Travel and keep up the excellent work.” - Michael Batt, President, Carlson Wagonlit Travel – Leisure Travel “Darin…Your management can’t stop gloating over the tremendous job you’re doing on Dell…nor can I and the rest of the team in NYC.” - Jill Botway, President US Strategic Business Units, Omnicom Corporate “…until you were put in charge of your own markets…where you are now…very much on top of things and seemingly in control of the many facets involved with these markets. Balancing the various media, the many supplier issues and the multitude of personalities you are forced to deal with from the franchisee population…I can’t imagine anything that would challenge you any more than this.” - Sharon Davis, Franchise Owner, Carlson Wagonlit Travel
6. Proven Solutions A Major Metropolitan Bank Required A More Strategic Media Plan Requires A Better I needed to build a better mouse trap. Working with a restricted budget and client requested media, I created a strategy Improving the use of media allocations based on the brick & mortar bank locations throughout the market. The final strategic plan represented increased reach and frequency in higher performing mediums and eliminated wasted resources due to duplication. The end result was a more efficient reach to the targeted audience within the budget parameter.
7. Proven Solutions A High Profile Computer Manufacturer Required Better ROI On Their Print Media Allocation. Required An Improved I lead cross-functional collaboration with the regional buying teams resulting in media cost-reductions for this computer manufacturer. The team effort achieved targeted cost-per-thousand (CPM) savings projections. Throughout the timeframe I was working on this piece of business, a savings of over 5% was attained representing about $2 million; making print one of the best ROI driven media options.
8. Proven Solutions Leading Travel Company Required a High Profile Event To Maintain Market Superiority Needed To Maintain Working with franchise-owners, I marshaled all aspects of a consumer travel event. With a limited budget, the event provided travel consumers the opportunity to learn about travel options, interact with travel supplier professionals, receive exclusive travel pricing and book their travel at the event if they so desired. The one-day event strengthened brand equity, generated thousands of interested consumers and created over $300,000 in revenue with another $100,000 the following week.
9. Proven Solutions A Drug Manufacturer Clinical Test Required Finding Specific Type 2 Diabetes Sufferers. Required Specific Provided with a challenging budget, a defined doctor list and the need to find specific diabetes afflictions, I set out to create a strategy that would fulfill the needs required. Using a proprietary software platform, I determine the higher propensity markets for Type 2 diabetes which helped me allocate print and broadcast spend allocations. My efforts were successful by supplying a higher than anticipated ad frequency, meeting the required patient count, and staying within the tight budget.
10. Proven Solutions New Online Travel Prospect Needed To Compete With Established Competition. Required A Larger Collaborating with a new online travel prospect, we discussed options to generate a larger share of voice with travel consumers. An already competitive category, this entity required strong ROI on their investment. Targeting major travel markets and working more unconventionally, testing reflected initial victories which then became more prevalent. Our collaborative efforts were successful! More brand equity was developed and additional frequency began. Initial year sales volume was strong topping out at nearly $200,000.
11. Proven Solutions Developing The Right Attack Following A New Merger. Required Announcing When a large logistics company merged with an established large retail business service, new branding efforts would be required. I provided a targeted strategy oriented around creating more brand exposure and driving increased foot traffic. With the client a bit apprehensive, I pressed for a test and they agreed. The initial campaign was small (under $50,000) and showed strong impact. Expanding into additional markets the entire program grew to a $5 million annual spend in subsequent years.
24. A Few Final Leadership Items Past Men’s Club President and Board Member Fox Hollow Golf Club Current Head Coach for Armstrong Cooper Youth Hockey Association Current CASY Leader for Mount Olivet Lutheran Church