Giavannia Turnquest
Charlottetown
Summary
Demonstrated achiever with strong leadership and decision-making abilities. Detail-oriented and organized with a proven ability to meet deadlines and excel in all tasks. Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills. A team-oriented leader with the ability to engage with individuals of diverse cultures, personalities, and social backgrounds across professional levels.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Brand Manager
Lowe’s Wholesale Drug Agencies Ltd.
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Brand Management: Managed brand strategy and growth for portfolios including Johnson & Johnson, Del Valle Brands, and LG Household & Healthcare, driving brand consistency and market share through cross-functional collaboration and consumer insights.
- Market Research: Conducted market research and strategy development by analyzing market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and threats.
- Brand Plans: Developed and implemented strategic brand plans aligned with company goals and target markets, driving growth and market alignment.
- Campaign Management: Successfully planned, developed, and executed comprehensive marketing campaigns aimed at enhancing brand visibility and driving awareness.
- Budget Management: Successfully displayed budget management by overseeing the budget for multiple brands and ensured resources were allocated efficiently.
- Leadership Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement: Presented regular updates to senior leadership, demonstrating progress towards key objectives and securing ongoing support for marketing initiatives.
Medical Representative for Pfizer and Viatris
Lowe’s Pharmaceuticals
01.2020 - 10.2023
- Product Promotion: Provided information to healthcare professionals on the latest medical advancements, research and clinical data related to all products in the portfolio.
- Relationship Building: Established strong relationships with healthcare professionals, resulting in increased trust and credibility for the organization.
- Medical Presentations: Organized presentations, conferences and educational events for healthcare professionals.
- Sales and Marketing: Met sales targets by effectively promoting the brand’s products by highlighting advantages and addressing concerns, objections or queries from healthcare professionals.
- Campaign Innovation: Launched innovative campaigns each quarter, including discount promotions and targeted product marketing, to drive sales growth.
- Market Research: Conducted in-depth research on market trends, competitor products, and customer feedback, providing actionable insights to inform marketing strategies and product development.
- Relationship Building: Built and maintained strong relationships with healthcare professionals to foster rapport and educate them on pharmaceutical product benefits.
- Training and Education: Organized accredited training sessions for healthcare professionals and informational sessions for patients on product usage, efficacy, side effects, and benefits.
Key Holder and Sales Consultant
Little Switzerland
10.2015 - 01.2020
- Security and Access Control: Responsible for safeguarding keys to premises, restricted areas, and safes, ensuring secure access and safety protocols.
- Alarm & Emergency Response: Managed arming and disarming of alarm systems, and responded to alarms and emergency situations outside business hours.
- Relationship Building: Built and maintained strong customer relationships, fostering loyalty and repeat business, while leveraging CRM tools to manage and enhance these interactions.
- Product Knowledge: Leveraged in-depth knowledge of the luxury brand’s history, craftsmanship, and unique features. Stayed current on the latest collections to effectively communicate the value and exclusivity of the brand’s offerings, contributing to my success as a top sales associate.
- Cash Handling: Managed daily cash procedures, ensuring transaction accuracy and minimizing discrepancies to prevent losses.
Education
MBA - Global Leadership
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, PE08-2025
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of The Bahamas
Nassau, Bahamas05-2018
Skills
- Market Analysis & Reporting
- Partnership Development
- Sales Support
- Brand Strategy
- Advertising Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Leadership & Team Building
Accomplishments
- Represented the Nassau, Bahamas Breitling Boutique at a training in Zurich, Switzerland (August 2017) due to being one of the top performers in the region.
- Selected by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. to represent The Bahamas at a regional conference in 2014.
Timeline
Brand Manager
Lowe’s Wholesale Drug Agencies Ltd.
10.2023 - 08.2024
Medical Representative for Pfizer and Viatris
Lowe’s Pharmaceuticals
01.2020 - 10.2023
Key Holder and Sales Consultant
Little Switzerland
10.2015 - 01.2020
MBA - Global Leadership
University of Prince Edward Island
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of The Bahamas
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