Kelsie Roberton
Chicago
Summary
Results-driven, people-first business development professional with a strong systems mindset and a passion for driving revenue, operational efficiency, and sustainability-driven innovation. Experienced in owning the full customer lifecycle — from outbound prospecting and discovery through execution, retention, and long-term value creation. Highly comfortable with cold calling, consultative selling, and disciplined pipeline management. Drawn to freight-tech and logistics solutions that combine technology, efficiency, and measurable environmental impact.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Responsible Sourcing Reporting & Data Analyst
ELEVATE Limited
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Supported global clients by translating complex supply chain and sourcing data into clear, actionable insights
- Partnered cross-functionally to support reporting, approvals, and stakeholder communication in deadline-driven environments
- Built credibility through accuracy, responsiveness, and consistent follow-through
Supply Chain Data Associate
Method Home
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Worked closely with supply chain, operations, and vendor partners to support business decisions
- Gained hands-on exposure to logistics, freight considerations, and operational efficiency
- Supported systems and process improvements tied to cost control and performance tracking
Founder & Sustainability Consultant
EKO Ethos
01.2024 - Current
- Own and manage client relationships end to end, acting as a trusted advisor from initial outreach and discovery through execution, follow-up, and retention
- Build and grow a client pipeline through proactive outbound outreach, relationship-building, and strategic networking
- Drive revenue by identifying client needs, positioning solutions, and converting conversations into repeat business and long-term partnerships
- Lead discovery conversations to uncover operational pain points and growth opportunities
- Maintain high levels of client communication through calls, meetings, and follow-ups while managing multiple accounts simultaneously
- Track activity, communications, and outcomes to ensure strong execution, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Remote
Education
Master of Environmental Management -
Duke University
01-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Science & Policy
DePauw University
Skills
- Project Management & Development
- Cold Calling & Outbound Prospecting
- Client Relationship & Account Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Systems, Process & Data-Driven Decision Making
- CRM & Pipeline Tracking
- Google Workspace
- SAP ERP
- Microsoft Systems
- Project Management
- Data Analysis
Timeline
Founder & Sustainability Consultant
EKO Ethos
01.2024 - Current
Responsible Sourcing Reporting & Data Analyst
ELEVATE Limited
08.2023 - 04.2024
Supply Chain Data Associate
Method Home
08.2019 - 08.2020
Master of Environmental Management -
Duke University
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Science & Policy
DePauw University