Kathleen Bird-Ekman
Vancouver,Canada
Summary
Dynamic National Key Account Manager with a proven track record at Healthology International Inc., driving strategic partnerships and revenue growth. Expert in customer relationship management and contract negotiation, I excel in cross-functional collaboration, consistently delivering results that exceed corporate goals while fostering long-term client relationships.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
National Key Account Manager
Healthology International Inc.
07.2024 - Current
- Lead strategic partnerships with national retail chains and distributors
- Execute sales plans aligned with corporate growth goals
- Partner with cross-functional teams in marketing, operations, and supply chain
- Deliver revenue growth across key national accounts
Senior Account Manager
Healthology International Inc.
05.2020 - 07.2024
- Managed major accounts across Western Canada.
- Led business reviews, promotional planning, and forecast strategy
- Drove product expansion and developed long-term client partnerships
Key Account Manager, Western Canada
The Clorox Company (Renew Life Division)
Vancouver, Canada
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Oversaw Renew Life’s top retail accounts in Western Canada
- Executed regional sales strategies and launched new SKUs
- Maintained and expanded shelf presence in competitive categories
Account Manager
Renew Life Canada
Vancouver, Canada
08.2002 - 12.2016
- Educate retailers with regard to digestive health and Renew Life products
- Managed a portfolio of 250 accounts, which generated millions in revenue in 14 years.
- Upsell add-on services to existing customers, generating incremental revenue.
- Grow customer base.
- Write, proof and edit sales proposals and correspondence.
- Ranked in top 1 and 2 of Account Managers out of 14 representatives in Canada.
- Maintain customer loyalty through relationship building and management.
Account Manager
Inno-Vite Canada
Vancouver, Canada
09.2001 - 08.2002
- Managed retail accounts and provided product education
- Increased territory revenue through relationship development
Purchaser & Consulting Herbalist
Finlandia Natural Pharmacy
Vancouver, Canada
01.1996 - 08.2001
- Maintained inventory for 40+ supplement companies
- Provided in-store consultations on herbal medicine
Education
Master Herbalist Degree -
Dominion Herbal College
Vancouver, B.C.01.2017
Chartered Herbalist Degree -
Dominion Herbal College
Vancouver, B.C.01.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Langara College
Vancouver, B.C.01.1995
Skills
- Customer relationship management
- Strategic sales and account growth
- Contract negotiation and closing
- Product education and training
- Event planning and promotion
- Account leadership
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Retail sales execution
- Revenue generation and forecasting
Accomplishments
- Increased annual sales by 20% through tailored client strategies
- Established numerous new accounts within a single year
- Consistently ranked in the top 1–2 of 14 Account Managers in Canada
Timeline
National Key Account Manager
Healthology International Inc.
07.2024 - Current
Senior Account Manager
Healthology International Inc.
05.2020 - 07.2024
Key Account Manager, Western Canada
The Clorox Company (Renew Life Division)
01.2017 - 03.2020
Account Manager
Renew Life Canada
08.2002 - 12.2016
Account Manager
Inno-Vite Canada
09.2001 - 08.2002
Purchaser & Consulting Herbalist
Finlandia Natural Pharmacy
01.1996 - 08.2001
Master Herbalist Degree -
Dominion Herbal College
Chartered Herbalist Degree -
Dominion Herbal College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Langara College
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