Taylor Barry

• Increased community engagement by implementing targeted outreach strategies and regularly participating in relevant events.
• Networked across DC/Northern VA to build new connections and make initial contacts with prospects.
• Strengthened community partnerships by organizing and attending collaborative events.
• Represented organization at industry conferences by manning booths and giving polished presentations.
• Developed successful partnerships with local organizations for mutually beneficial collaboration and resource sharing.
• Enhanced public relations for the organization through effective communication with diverse groups and stakeholders.
• Recorded, transcribed and maintained confidential client information into applicant tracking system and database.
• Increased referrals by calling on target groups, organizations and professionals.
• Improved overall client satisfaction with timely follow-ups, diligent communication, and attentive problem-solving skills.
• Delivered presentations to interested groups and answered wide-ranging questions about available offerings.
• Enhanced program effectiveness by continuously evaluating outcomes and implementing data-driven improvements.
• Facilitated open lines of communication between the organization and the community, fostering strong relationships.
• Maintained accurate records of client interactions, progress, and outcomes using CRM software for efficient reporting purposes.
• Built and maintained contact and referrals database for leads across the DC/Northern VA territory.
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• Cultivated and developed relationships with existing and potential referral sources, identified new partners, uncovered untapped opportunities and raised brand awareness.
• Handled research and administrative tasks to support community outreach and program initiatives.
• Distributed flyers, brochures or other informational or educational documents to inform members of targeted community.
• Helped people voluntarily seek Inpatient Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Treatment from all 23 Counties in Maryland.
• Notified individuals regarding appointment follow-ups and referrals and provided transportation to appointments.
• Admitted patients to services and completed thorough clinical documentation.
• Developed growth plans by identifying key clients, key targets and priority service lines.
• Optimized profitability by developing pipeline of prospects using multiple research, referral and sales strategies.
• Identified institutions and market sectors with potential for expansion of operations, networking with key partners and individuals to build awareness of company within key demographics.
• Helped patients with admissions process and adhered to state and federal laws.
• Tracked referral request progress and resolved issues to maintain smooth processing.
• Contributed to a positive clinic environment by exhibiting excellent interpersonal skills with patients, families, and coworkers.
• Entered confidential patient information and updated electronic records in database.
• Managed and obtained insurance authorizations for patient referrals from physicians.
• Aided clinical team to support administrative needs for clinical referrals.
• Prioritized referrals according to urgency and adhered to appropriate referral deadlines.

• Researched latest trends and conducted market analysis.
• Researched potential business opportunities in new and existing markets.
• Developed relationships with potential clients to gain momentum for account development opportunities.
• Effectively built relationships with both established and potential customers.
• Acted as main point of contact in matters relating to client concerns and needs.
• Prepared contracts and completed sales with new and existing clients.
• Stayed current on company products and services to provide top-notch expertise to customers.
• Conducted client needs assessments, developing budgets and determining cost estimates based upon this information.
• Met with users, vendors and technicians to determine computing requirements.
• Assigned and reviewed work of IT project managers, systems analysts and developers.
• Negotiated and finalized vendor contracts in order to optimize pricing structures and delivery schedules.
• Decreased spending, locating new suppliers by networking at industry markets, purchasing and designing cost-effective products and reviewing samples.
• Added new vendors and products into system and keyed in special shipping codes when needed.

• Worked as an assistant director of Business Development for a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) - specializing in government contract/commercial interiors sales.

• Led negotiations with businesses, clients • and vendors.
• Diverse responsibilities included: - Created customer database program/CRM; trained sales team on software management - Managed email server, domain and hosting services.
• • Provided strategic and business development direction to developing and optimizing marketing, sales and customer relations plans.

• Networked at events and by phone to expand business profits and revenues.

• Created database and marketing templates for sales team to market government set aside certifications.
• Attended meetings at government/customer sites - Prepared proposals, checked furniture specifications for accuracy.
• Audited government proposals to insure GSA pricing compliance.
• Enhanced success of advertising strategies by boosting engagement through social media and other digital marketing approaches.

• Introduced sales, promotions and other brand initiatives to gain customer loyalty.
• Increased brand awareness through event marketing, demonstrations, sales and brand promotion
• Conversed with customers to share information about products and services.
• Wrote media alerts and developed social media campaigns to promote The New York Times.
• Wrote summaries each week about the sales experience and my efforts to encourage students to purchase subscriptions.
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
• Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
• Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting

• Initiated friendly conversation with customers to determine level of assistance required.
• Followed company policies, rules and procedures to promote company goals and maintain safety.
• Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.
• Responsibilities included making personal recommendations fo customers and creating tailored solutions to meet their budget and needs - earned top sales representative during first month of employment
• Was regularly top ranking sales associate on a daily basis, outperforming veteran sales associates.
• Opened and closed the store, including counting cash, opening and closing cash registers and creating staff assignments - maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.