ANDRÉ WALCOTT
St. James
Summary
Highly dynamic and process-driven professional with a solid sales, marketing, and event logistics planning background. Demonstrated technical proficiency in Microsoft Office software platforms, internet-based marketing, social media, and other marketing terminology. Proven ability to prioritize and manage diverse responsibilities effectively. Known for flexibility, adaptability, well-defined time management skills, and an aptitude for interpersonal, analytical, and technical tasks. Exceptional written and oral communication skills complete my skill set.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Development Officer
Caribbean Led Lighting
09.2024 - Current
- Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
- Boosted client satisfaction by identifying and addressing their specific needs through tailored business solutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for the successful execution of business development initiatives.
- Secured long-term client loyalty by consistently delivering high-quality products and services tailored to individual business needs.
- Strengthened relationships with key clients by providing exceptional support and maintaining regular communication.
Sales Representative
GODDARD CATERING GROUP
10.2022 - Current
- Restaurant Manager at Solis - plan, execute & managed staff, stock levels and events
- Identified and implemented business initiatives to increase restaurant revenue
- Organizing staff for events including but not limited to Servers, Janitors, Event Supervisors, Bartenders and Chefs
- Conduct Site Visits with clients as required
- Assisting with the creation and execution of marketing Strategies for Events
- Liaise with operations, production, procurement, and other departments to ensure all clients' needs are met in a timely manner
Marketing Research & Resourcing Associate
FIRST EXECUTIVE RECRUITMENT SERVICES
12.2020 - 09.2022
- Source and recruit candidates by using social media, databases, etc
- Prepare recruitment materials and post jobs to appropriate social media job boards
- Screen candidates resumes and applications
- Act as a point of contact and build influential candidate relationships during the selection process
Business Development Officer
SQUARE CART INC
05.2019 - 02.2020
- Grew company sales through solid professional relationships
- Design and execute marketing plans for new customers through various methods of market research
- Managing various projects that will increase customer retention
Sales and Marketing Officer
ARIES TECHNLOGIES INC
03.2018 - 11.2018
- Management of social media channels resulting in daily hits by potential customers
- Design and execute marketing plans for all products and services
- Execute the 11+ Challenge process by developing and maintaining relationships with relevant stakeholders
- E.g
- Ministry, Schools, Sponsors, etc
External Member Sales Representative
PRICESMART (BARBADOS) INC
04.2015 - 03.2018
- External membership sales to individuals through various medium
- Responsible for the marketing and sales of PriceSmart membership cards throughout Barbados
- Exceeded set sales targets for financial year via various canvassing methods
Part-time Events Assistant
ESSEMM EVENTS & COMMUNICATION INC
12.2014 - 12.2016
- Provide any needed assistance to the Logistics Coordinator to ensure all events are a success
- Ensure patrons' needs are met throughout the experience
- Coordinating activities for the events
Account Executive
LASHLEY FINANCIAL
03.2013 - 06.2014
- Develop and deliver high quality customized presentations and demonstrations
- Develop and manage professional client relationships
- Work with clients by sharing your expertise in assessing needs and objectives in order to deliver appropriate solutions
Advisor
SAGICOR LIFE INC
01.2008 - 12.2012
- Awarded Agent of the month for January 2011 with most submitted sales
- Gave exceptional customer service to maintain close, business relationships with external and internal customers
- Increased annual sales by 10% resulting in the agency being one of the leading agencies for the years 2008 - 2010
SETTLEMENT OFFICER - CARD CENTRE
FIRSTCARIBBEAN INTERNATIONAL BANK (formerly Barclays Bank PLC)
05.2000 - 12.2007
Education
Certificate - Project Management
BARBADOS INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AND PRODUCTIVITY
09.2022
Diploma - Marketing Management
BARBADOS INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AND PRODUCTIVITY
07.2014
Associate Degree - Computer Studies
BARBADOS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
06.1999
Skills
- MS Office
- Digital content management
- Graphic Design
- Marketing Monitoring
- Video Editing
- Market Research
- Event Planning
- Product Planning
- Effective communication skills
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
- Conceptualized and managed marketing campaign for successful start-up mobile clinic
- Liaised closely with the businesses graphics teams on design layout for brochure production.
- Designed promotional materials including posters, banners and postcards.
- Presented brand positioning for organization's first communication's campaign.
- Conducted qualitative and quantitative research to help guide new creative efforts.
- Successfully launched and promoted Internet show featuring disc jockeys to celebrate Barbados’ 50th Anniversary of Independence
- Evaluated all potential sponsorship/ partnership opportunities.
- Increased Facebook, Pinterest, Google+, YouTube, Twitter, and other social media accounts by over 100% in first season.
Affiliations
- Assisted numerous groups and individuals with the planning of recreational activities
- Active member of Spartans Basketball Club
Professional Development
- YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP SCHEME, Introductory Programme, 05/12, Intermediate Programme, 05/13
- OPEN2STUUDY, Online Advertising, 03/16
Other Achievements
- Conceptualized and managed marketing campaign for successful start-up mobile clinic, Liaised closely with the businesses graphics teams on design layout for brochure production., Designed promotional materials including posters, banners and postcards., Presented brand positioning for organization's first communication's campaign., Conducted qualitative and quantitative research to help guide new creative efforts.
- Successfully launched and promoted Internet show featuring disc jockeys to celebrate Barbados' 50th Anniversary of Independence, Evaluated all potential sponsorship/ partnership opportunities., Increased Facebook, Pinterest, Google+, YouTube, Twitter, and other social media accounts by over 100% in first season.
Certification
03/2016 OPEN2STUUDY, - Online Advertising
Additional Information
REFERENCES
- Andreas Sullivan
Logistics Manager
Address: Goddard Catering Group
Grantley Adams Industrial Park,
Christ Church
Telephone: (246) 428-7117 (work) 243-3595 (mobile) - Phyllis Rock
PriceSmart Membership Supervisor
Warrens, St. Michael
Telephone: 233-8296 (mobile)
Timeline
Business Development Officer
Caribbean Led Lighting
09.2024 - Current
Sales Representative
GODDARD CATERING GROUP
10.2022 - Current
Marketing Research & Resourcing Associate
FIRST EXECUTIVE RECRUITMENT SERVICES
12.2020 - 09.2022
Business Development Officer
SQUARE CART INC
05.2019 - 02.2020
Sales and Marketing Officer
ARIES TECHNLOGIES INC
03.2018 - 11.2018
External Member Sales Representative
PRICESMART (BARBADOS) INC
04.2015 - 03.2018
Part-time Events Assistant
ESSEMM EVENTS & COMMUNICATION INC
12.2014 - 12.2016
Account Executive
LASHLEY FINANCIAL
03.2013 - 06.2014
Advisor
SAGICOR LIFE INC
01.2008 - 12.2012
SETTLEMENT OFFICER - CARD CENTRE
FIRSTCARIBBEAN INTERNATIONAL BANK (formerly Barclays Bank PLC)
05.2000 - 12.2007
Diploma - Marketing Management
BARBADOS INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AND PRODUCTIVITY
Associate Degree - Computer Studies
BARBADOS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
03/2016 OPEN2STUUDY, - Online Advertising
Certificate - Project Management
BARBADOS INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AND PRODUCTIVITY
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