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Vasiliki Psihogios

Hoffman Estates

Summary

Dynamic Market Development Manager with a proven track record at Soarus, driving product innovation and strategic partnerships. Expert in market analysis and sustainability initiatives, achieving significant sales growth and enhancing product visibility. Adept at client relationship management and technical sales, delivering tailored solutions that meet industry needs.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Market Development Manager

Soarus
Arlington Heights
02.2009 - 08.2024
  • Directed product development, sales, and marketing initiatives for Nichigo G-Polymer and compostable resins across various industries.
  • Developed G-Connect, a compostable tie resin, to enable high-barrier compostable packaging production.
  • Identified and promoted the product portfolio within the sustainability market to enhance visibility.
  • Developed the product G-Vert and penetrated oil industry market.
  • Established strategic partnerships within various industry stakeholders to strengthen market presence.
  • Organized trade shows, conferences, and seminars for effective product promotion.
  • Conducted competitor analysis to refine pricing models and improve product features.
  • Collaborated with customers to tailor products to meet specific needs.
  • Created promotional materials, including brochures and advertisements, to boost outreach effectiveness.

Imaging Services Representative

Medical Service Inc.
Libertyville
09.2006 - 01.2009
  • Managed marketing initiatives for MRI and ultrasound services across multiple centers.
  • Achieved sales targets for three consecutive months, exceeding plan by 110% in first quarter.
  • Ranked in top 2% of regional sales representatives.
  • Sustained sales goals for Libertyville and Chicago centers during absence of representative.
  • Facilitated joint venture with prominent neurosurgeon group to expand service offerings.
  • Negotiated Orthopedic Quality Assurance agreement at Libertyville Imaging in October 2007.
  • Organized two Chiropractic CME programs, enhancing professional development opportunities.
  • Received Best Practice Award for successful development of Chiropractic CME events.

Technical Sales/Development Scientist

Nanocor, Inc.
Arlington Heights
07.1996 - 01.2006
  • Responsible for the sale of nanoclays into the thermoset market, including the automobile, sporting goods, military, NASA, etc.
  • Increased thermoset sales by 45% and doubled the number of accounts in one year.
  • Developed and managed new and existing accounts.
  • Provided customers with technical advice pertaining to nanocomposites.
  • Responsible for thermoset accounts in Europe via a distributor.
  • Coordinated technical service testing and analysis for various accounts.
  • Instrumental in developing the product Imperm, a high-barrier film used in beer bottles, with Eastman Chemical.

Education

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL
12-2000

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, IN
05-1995

Skills

  • Market analysis
  • Product development
  • Sales strategy
  • Competitor analysis
  • Strategic partnerships
  • Project management
  • Technical sales
  • Sustainability initiatives
  • Effective communication
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Problem-solving
  • Client relationship management
  • Polymer material knowledge
  • Compostable packaging expertise

Languages

Greek
Professional
French
Elementary

Timeline

Market Development Manager

Soarus
02.2009 - 08.2024

Imaging Services Representative

Medical Service Inc.
09.2006 - 01.2009

Technical Sales/Development Scientist

Nanocor, Inc.
07.1996 - 01.2006

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Roosevelt University

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Indiana University, Bloomington

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