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Megan Kennedy
Marketing
Oceanside,CA
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Summary
Multi-talented Marketing Specialist enthusiastic about applying diverse skills to all areas of marketing. Flexible team player knowledgeable about both traditional and digital marketing strategies.
Overview
13
years of professional experience
1
Language
Work History
Biological Dynamics
MARKETING SPECIALIST
05.2023 - 03.2024
Job overview
- Optimized processes for marketing department including project management for development of marketing collateral, press releases, and the website.
- Collaborated with 3 creative teams to develop visually appealing marketing materials for print and digital channels.
- Oversaw all conferences and event planning as company prepared for first commercial launch.
Biocept
MARKETING PRODUCT MANAGER
09.2021 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Maintained marketing operations including logistics and implementation for conferences, event management, and sales training, and developed marketing collateral and digital assets.
- Managed social media content and refinement of the brand reputation including defining target audiences, product messaging, product promotion, and customer experience.
Biocept
CLIENT SERVICE SPECIALIST
08.2019 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Provided specialized customer service to physicians, patients, prospective clients, and all Biocept constituents through interdepartmental collaboration.
- Initiated and responded to 30-50 customer interactions per day with detailed, personalized, and friendly service to ensure customer retention and anticipate customer needs.
Quantum Learning Network
HR SPECIALIST AND FACILITATOR
07.2016 - 07.2019
Job overview
- Designed and facilitated 4-day staff trainings for adult leaders of national and international programs and led engaging educational sessions on accelerated learning techniques.
- Instructed learning and life skills curriculum to large groups - up to 150 students per program.
- Collected and analyzed feedback for development of curriculum and program design.
- Interviewed, hired, trained, and provided ongoing support to 50-75 Team Leaders per year.
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
Whatever It Takes
FACILITATOR
07.2016 - 05.2017
Job overview
- Facilitated 34-week course on leadership and social entrepreneurship to high school teens; Students earned college credit through UCSD Extension upon completion.
- Supported teens in the design, launch, and ongoing implementation of social enterprise.
Quantum Learning Network
FACULTY RELATIONS LIAISON
12.2014 - 07.2016
Job overview
- Recruited and contracted 150+ educational facilitators and staff per year for professional and character development programs both domestically and internationally.
- Managed travel accommodations and expense reports for education programs.
Chopra Center for Wellbeing
HR SPECIALIST
01.2014 - 08.2014
Job overview
- Created job descriptions, reviewed resumes, and conducted recruitment phone interviews.
- Managed employee information, employee relations, and employee recognition program.
Positive Adventures
OUTDOOR EDUCATOR AND TEAM-BUILDING FACILITATOR
08.2013 - 08.2014
Job overview
- Facilitated corporate team-building initiatives with clients in southern California.
- Led students in outdoor education programs such as ropes courses, hiking, and climbing.
University of San Diego
GRADUATE STUDENT LIFE GRADUATE ASSISTANT
07.2012 - 06.2013
Job overview
- Managed operations of student center and advised 15-20 graduate student members on university policies, event coordination, and student advocacy issues.
- Implemented graduate student programs and assessed student needs through ongoing surveys and action research.
University of San Diego
CENTER FOR STUDENT SUCCESS GRADUATE ASSISTANT
07.2011 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Coached students with personal and academic transition to college through Peer Advising program to increase student retention.
- Selected, trained, and supervised 8 peer advisors and 6 student staff members.
Education
University of San Diego, San Diego, CA
Master of Arts from Higher Education Leadership
05.2013
James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA
Bachelor of Arts from Communication Studies: Interpersonal Concentration
05.2010
Skills
- Project Management
- Event Marketing Support
- Social Media Management
- Digital Marketing
- Product Strategy
- Brand representation
- Stakeholder Communications
- Process Improvement
- Customer Relations
- Excellent people skills
- Idea Development and Brainstorming
Affiliations
- Gap Year Association Outreach Committee Member
- UC Irvine Customer Experience Advisory Board Member
- Ascension Leadership Academy: 4-month Emotional Intelligence Program
- Landmark Education: Landmark Forum, Landmark Forum in Action Seminar, Advanced Course, Self-Expression and Leadership Program, and Commitment Seminar
- Conferences & Seminars: SXSW Austin, Women's Leadership Summit for Entrepreneurs, Millionaire Mind Experience, Action Research, Human Relations, and TEDx Events
- International Experience: Colombia, Peru, Brazil, Croatia, Ireland and Spain (1-month programs with Remote Year); Sri Lanka (study abroad with focus on Sarvodaya peace movement); Jamaica (service-learning trip and 3-month homestay with family); Italy, Singapore, China (~3-weeks each for program facilitation); Mexico, Dominican Republic, Canada, Costa Rica, Anguilla, Bermuda, and the Bahamas (personal travel with friends and family)
Pronouns
she/her/hers
Timeline
MARKETING SPECIALIST
Biological Dynamics
05.2023 - 03.2024
MARKETING PRODUCT MANAGER
Biocept
09.2021 - 01.2023
CLIENT SERVICE SPECIALIST
Biocept
08.2019 - 09.2021
HR SPECIALIST AND FACILITATOR
Quantum Learning Network
07.2016 - 07.2019
FACILITATOR
Whatever It Takes
07.2016 - 05.2017
FACULTY RELATIONS LIAISON
Quantum Learning Network
12.2014 - 07.2016
HR SPECIALIST
Chopra Center for Wellbeing
01.2014 - 08.2014
OUTDOOR EDUCATOR AND TEAM-BUILDING FACILITATOR
Positive Adventures
08.2013 - 08.2014
GRADUATE STUDENT LIFE GRADUATE ASSISTANT
University of San Diego
07.2012 - 06.2013
CENTER FOR STUDENT SUCCESS GRADUATE ASSISTANT
University of San Diego
07.2011 - 06.2012
University of San Diego
Master of Arts from Higher Education Leadership
James Madison University
Bachelor of Arts from Communication Studies: Interpersonal Concentration
Work Preference
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Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPaid time offHealthcare benefitsTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programs4-day work week401k matchPaid sick leaveInterests
Country Line Dancing
Snowboarding
Outdoor Activities
Software
Canva
Adobe
Microsoft Suite
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