Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Internship
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Kayla Budisa

Waterdown,Canada

Summary

Sales and business development professional with a passion for connecting brands with cutting-edge technology. Experienced in outbound prospecting, relationship building, and driving pipeline growth. Currently helping businesses embrace video commerce and AI-powered solutions at Firework to create more engaging digital experiences. Known for adaptability, strategic thinking, and a results-driven approach in fast-paced environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Video Ecommerce Strategist

Firework HQ
11.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategic initiatives aligned with organizational objectives.
  • Provided actionable insights based on data-driven analysis, enabling informed decision-making across all levels of the organization.
  • Engaged in continuous process improvement efforts that led to more efficient workflows saving both time and resources.
  • Develop and implement video commerce strategies for top brands like Victoria's Secret and L'Oreal to drive engagement and sales.

SDR

Q4
10.2023 - 11.2024
  • Successfully achieved all monthly sales targets
  • Contributed to 100k revenue increase in a quarter
  • Leveraged Salesforce and Salesloft for efficient sales management
  • Analyzed market trends to tailor outreach approach
  • Thorough prospecting via LinkedIn, SalesNav, CapIQ, and Yahoo Finance
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Entrepreneur

MONAT
12.2020 - 07.2024
  • Cultivated a thriving company culture and fostered a collaborative team environment
  • Innovatively designed and executed content for various social media platforms
  • Successfully solved problems related to team cohesion and customer acquisition
  • Significantly impacted company growth and team morale through visionary leadership

BDR

Blue Diamond Carbon Co
09.2022 - 08.2023
  • Implemented innovative outreach strategies through collaboration with marketing team
  • Consistently achieved monthly sales quotas
  • Enhanced sales skills through continuous training and development programs
  • Effectively managed prospect interactions using CRM system

Key Holder/Assistant Manager

ROOTS
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Managed store opening and closing, ensuring secure operations
  • Supervised bank deposit procedures
  • Boosted sales through customer engagement and promotion of special items
  • Optimized staffing based on customer flow to enhance service

Education

Advanced Diploma - Business Administration

Mohawk College
06.2021

Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Team Building
  • Customer Engagement
  • Communication
  • Active Listening
  • Adaptability
  • Sales Growth
  • Leadership
  • Content development
  • Creative thinking

Internship

Yellowbrick | BDR | Toronto/Remote

Jul 2022 - Sep 2022


Conducted comprehensive prospecting to identify potential leads.

Managed data entry tasks with high attention to detail.

Implemented outbound email and cold calling strategies.

Assessed lead quality and sustainability with an analytical approach.

Timeline

Sr. Video Ecommerce Strategist

Firework HQ
11.2024 - Current

SDR

Q4
10.2023 - 11.2024

BDR

Blue Diamond Carbon Co
09.2022 - 08.2023

Entrepreneur

MONAT
12.2020 - 07.2024

Key Holder/Assistant Manager

ROOTS
01.2019 - 01.2021

Advanced Diploma - Business Administration

Mohawk College
Kayla Budisa