Kellina K Flansburg

KELLINA K. FLANSBURG Phone: -​ Email:- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kellina-k-flansburg-1b660915 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY A highly dynamic and results-driven leader with extensive experience in creative marketing, business development, strategic alliances, project management, and community engagement across diverse sectors including travel, hospitality, M&A, and education. Known for leading high-impact sales initiatives, creating strong brand identities, and establishing meaningful relationships with clients, stakeholders, and partners. Adept at developing innovative solutions that drive revenue growth, increase brand visibility, and enhance operational efficiency. Passionate about building collaborative cultures that promote creativity, engagement, and growth. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS 2023-Present ●​ M&A Strategic Alliance Program: Spearheaded M&A program, driving a 25% increase in sales within 6 months by leveraging strategic partnerships and optimizing business development efforts. ●​ Sales Conversion Excellence: Reached business owners interested in selling and moved 90% of them successfully through the sales pipeline, demonstrating superior relationship-building and sales leadership. ●​ Community Engagement: Coordinated and led the annual Fall Festival, consistently increasing attendance and engagement for five consecutive years, fostering stronger community ties- ●​ Fundraising Leadership: Led a successful school-wide cookbook fundraiser, raising $20K in school funds, demonstrating exceptional project management and fundraising acumen. ●​ Brand & Marketing Strategy: Developed the spirit wear program, establishing a strong brand image and increasing lead generation through targeted marketing campaigns. ●​ Online Retail Success: Managed the online store for district apparel and accessories, generating significant revenue through customized promotional strategies. - ●​ Client & Vendor Management: Managed vendors and clients for transcription processing in highly regulated industries, ensuring seamless operations and service delivery. ●​ Digital Marketing Expertise: Developed and maintained a robust online social media presence, writing website copy and optimizing content to improve SEO performance and increase web traffic. ●​ Recruitment & Consultant Program: Implemented a successful director program for developing consultants, streamlining the recruiting and onboarding process- ●​ Sales & Training Program Development: Promoted the “How to Sell” curriculum in partnership with local colleges, leading to increased enrollment and expanding the sales methodology training program. ●​ Event Coordination: Successfully orchestrated a 3-day partner event, uniting a network of resources and fostering collaboration and skill development among key stakeholders. ●​ Website Development & SEO: Led the creation of a company website, conducting competitive research, and developing SEO-rich content that boosted site traffic and revenue. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE ESS - Littleton & Cherry Creek Public Schools Substitute Teacher | January 2022-Present ●​ Delivered engaging lessons, managed classroom dynamics, and ensured continuity of instruction in the absence of regular educators. ●​ Contributed to the educational community by maintaining high standards of teaching and fostering a positive learning environment. Aaron Bell International, LLC Sales & M&A Alliance Manager | January 2024 - June 2024 ●​ Managed the M&A alliance program for buyers with an enterprise value of $5M to $250M, setting appointments and leading business development efforts for prospective deals. ●​ Conducted marketing and email campaigns, creating tailored content to drive leads and maintaining relationships with both current and potential clients. ●​ Promoted company culture through employee engagement initiatives and retention strategies, including bonuses and perks. Transcription Outsourcing, LLC – Denver, CO Business Office Director | January 2010 - August 2012 ●​ Managed transcription operations for the medical, legal, and law enforcement sectors, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery of services. ●​ Led social media and lead generation campaigns to drive business growth, alongside managing invoicing, client communications, and the creation of monthly newsletters. ●​ Enhanced the company’s online presence by optimizing SEO keywords and phrases, driving traffic and generating leads for transcription services. America’s Job Network – Centennial, CO Sales Consultant | July 2008 - December 2009 ●​ Drove lead generation through cold calling, relationship building, and resume revision for job seekers. ●​ Consistently met or exceeded revenue targets, receiving multiple awards for outstanding sales performance. ●​ Engaged with clients and maintained strong relationships, ensuring customer satisfaction and retention. KLA Group, LLC – Centennial, CO Sales Associate & Class Manager | February 2005 - June 2008 ●​ Generated leads and built relationships with prospects for IT sales training and consulting services. ●​ Managed class materials, logistics, and training schedules to ensure smooth execution of client training programs. ●​ Collaborated with the KLA President and account executives to exceed client objectives and support business development initiatives. PGM Advertising + Creative – Centennial, CO Client Services Intern | September 2004 – December 2004 ●​ Assisted in research and outreach to prospects, helping build the company’s client base through direct communication and promotional campaigns. ●​ Supported content creation and marketing strategies for both nonprofit and corporate clients, enhancing brand visibility. EDUCATION BA in Communication, Minor in Business​ University of Colorado at Boulder – Boulder, CO | December 2004 HONORS & AWARDS ●​ ●​ ●​ ●​ ●​ Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) Membership Modern Woodmen of America Scholarship Alpha Kappa Psi – Business Fraternity Dean’s List for Academic Excellence VITA Sales Achievement Award PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS ●​ ●​ ●​ ●​ ●​ Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce Denver Young Professionals USTA Communication Club (Comm. Club) Journalism Board (J-Board) TECHNICAL SKILLS ●​ ●​ ●​ ●​ CRM & Project Management: Salesforce, ACT!, Goldmine Digital Marketing: Google Analytics, Social Media Platforms, SEO Optimization Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio Design Software: Adobe Acrobat Professional, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop ●​ Point of Sale (POS) Systems: Aloha Systems