Kim Bronder
Mount Prospect,IL
Summary
Highly organized and detailed-oriented professional with over 30+years experience in senior leadership roles; specializing in high-level executive administrative support, operations, marketing, sales management. Proficient in managing calendars, and coordinating complex travel arrangements. Skilled in management, event planning, and handling confidential information with discretion. Adept at leveraging organizational and communication skills to ensure seamless office operations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Edward Fox Photography & Video
05.2014 - Current
- Oversaw 200+ accounts annually. Responsibilities span the entire order lifecycle, from initial sale to final product delivery. Involved data entry, invoicing, scheduling, event logistics, reminders, order placement from manufacturer, and final preparation and shipping to the client.
- Developed budget processes resulting in an 80% increase in production. Negotiated with vendors to reduce operating costs by 40%.
- Reported to President and prepared reports on company performance.
- Participated in networking functions and seminars, contributing to professional development and overall industry awareness.
- Lead a cross-functional team that successfully planned and executed full conversion of the company's database to the cloud. In phase two, collaborated with IT graduate students from Dominican University over two semesters to revamp and modernize the company's current database cloud system.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Handled and resolved customer and employee issues efficiently and effectively.
Executive Assistant/Executive Marketing Assistant
Edward Fox Photography & Video
12.2006 - 05.2014
- Organized and coordinated logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for annual photography conference and monthly meetings.
- Screened high volume of calls and emails and responded accordingly to support executive correspondence.
- Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
- Resolved issues and managed staff in Leadership's absence.
- Maintained marketing referral program consisting of 150+ accounts.
- Orchestrated the setup, attendance, and creation of promotional materials for 25+ annual trade shows in the Midwest region.
- Crafted monthly email promotions, achieving a 40% average open rate. Implemented a social media marketing campaign, leading to a 50% increase in traffic to the company's Facebook page.
- Oversaw album inventory control, managing products sourced from four vendors distributed across all nine locations.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments.
- Filed paperwork and organized computer-based information.
- Took notes and dictation at meetings.
Payroll Specialist/Event Coordinator
Edward Fox Photography & Video
05.1998 - Current
- Coordinated scheduling of 55 independent contractors for 1200 weddings and events annually.
- Managed Videography department, with a portfolio of over 1000 accounts.
- Reviewed and managed contract details, timelines and deposits for all videography and wedding accounts. Actively engaged with clients, ensuring seamless event coordination.
- Implemented contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
- Executed, validated, and performed tasks to guarantee accurate and successful payroll. Utilizing ADP Pay Expert and Paychex Flex, successfully managed payroll for a diverse workforce comprising over 100 independent contractors and 50 employees.
- Generated comprehensive annual commission reports and issued checks for 100+contractors. Performed calculation and processing of quarterly commission checks for the sales staff, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
President, Board of Directors
Norwood Park Chamber of Commerce
01.2017 - Current
- Provided visionary leadership and strategic direction to Executive Director and Board, guiding the organization toward continued success within the community.
- Spearheaded initiatives to enhance the local business culture, fostering collaboration among local small businesses.
- Organized and oversaw community events, networking functions, and educational seminars and achieved a 500% growth in revenue for the Chamber since elected.
- Hired and managed Executive Director
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, ILBachelor of Science - Finance
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, ILSkills
- Written & Verbal Communication
- Executive Support
- Event Coordination, Logistics, Account Management
- Sales & Marketing Strategy
- Operational Efficiency
- Accounting, Negotiation & Cost Management
- Crisis Management
- Team Development & Management
- Networking, Trade show & Relationship Building
- Database & Payroll Software Knowledge
- Problem Solving, Attention to detail & Critical Thinking
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Google Crome, Quickbooks, Canva & Constant Contact
Timeline
President, Board of Directors
Norwood Park Chamber of Commerce
01.2017 - Current
General Manager
Edward Fox Photography & Video
05.2014 - Current
Executive Assistant/Executive Marketing Assistant
Edward Fox Photography & Video
12.2006 - 05.2014
Payroll Specialist/Event Coordinator
Edward Fox Photography & Video
05.1998 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Illinois At Chicago
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of Illinois At Chicago
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