Deanna Talbot
Portage La Prairie
Summary
I am an experienced senior leader with a strong track record of community engagement, business growth, and marketing expertise. I am a strong, collaborative leader that leverages organizational expertise in the pursuit of new business opportunities. Building relationships, making connections and developing strong strategies have contributed to my personal and career successes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Business Development
Southport Aerospace Centre Inc.
04.2016 - Current
- Generate new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
- Form strategic partnerships and connect with potential clients to drive business development.
- Establish key performance indicators to track and analyze business progress and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Develop new proposals, contracts and procedures to draw in more clients and streamline work operations.
- Negotiate and close long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
- Establish relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.
- Lead sales and marketing strategies to foster achievement of revenue goals.
- Represent our company and promote products at conferences and industry events.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify areas of potential opportunity.
- Utilize Lean Six Sigma training to produce effective process maps and strategies.
Executive Assistant
Southport Aerospace Centre Inc.
10.2014 - 04.2016
- Prepared meeting minutes to support sales, business development and senior management teams.
- Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
- Coordinated events and worked on ad hoc projects.
- Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
- Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming office staff. Streamlined operations and prioritized tasks, allowing senior staff to increase productivity.
- Participated in strategic planning sessions with the Board of Directors and Executive Team.
Safety Officer
Meseyton Construction
10.2013 - 10.2014
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Ensured adherence to COR safety regulations, leading to a safer work environment for all employees.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Performed administrative duties.
Education
Master of Science - Management
Minot State University
Minot, ND10.2013
Bachelor of Science - Marketing, Management, International Business
Minot State University
Minot, ND05.2012
Skills
- Team leadership
- Competitive analysis
- ROI Research and Analysis
- Customer service
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Strategic planning
Accomplishments
- Secured multiple new commercial leases and over $1,00,000 in new commercial revenue over the past five working years.
- Successful negotiations resulting in multiple new and renewed commercial leases, including secured funding for capital projects.
Certification
- Advanced Program in Management, Leadership and Strategy, University of Manitoba Asper School of Business
- LEAN Six Sigma Certification
Additional Information
- Special Olympics Manitoba, Volunteer Head Coach: 2014- Current
- Aerospace Industry Association of Canada, Committee Member: Current
- MB Aerospace Association, Marketing Committee Member: Current
- Community Foundation of Portage & District, Fund Development Committee Member: 2014-2021
- Active volunteer during multiple community events; including sporting events, music festivals, and charity fundraisers.
References
- Darryl Dowd, VP Safety, Security, and Operations, Airports Council International
- Eve O'Leary, Executive Director, Portage Regional Economic Development
- Brendon Smith, President, Airport Technologies Inc.
Timeline
Director, Business Development
Southport Aerospace Centre Inc.
04.2016 - Current
Executive Assistant
Southport Aerospace Centre Inc.
10.2014 - 04.2016
Safety Officer
Meseyton Construction
10.2013 - 10.2014
Master of Science - Management
Minot State University
Bachelor of Science - Marketing, Management, International Business
Minot State University
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