Lauren Forte
1582 Brimfield Circle
Sykesville, Maryland 21784
--Summary of Qualifications
Extensive Data Entry experience creating customer databases with key contacts
Microsoft Excel proficient. Experience with data analysis tools.
Experience with numerous databases such as, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, RocketReach, Pressrush, Hunter, DiscoverOrg, etc.
Experience with Salesforce.
Accustomed to time sensitive work and willing to work long hours to assure accuracy.
Well-versed with APA formatting.
Can type at the minimum 60 words per minute.
Skills
Microsoft Office; Editing and Creating Professional Documents; Article Writing; Organizational; Multitasking; Interpersonal; Data Entry; Academic Research; Online Research; Market Research; Lead Generation
Experience
OCTOBER 2015- PRESENT
Self-Employed, Remote - Freelance Researcher, Writer and Virtual Assistant
Conduct comprehensive research on potential grant opportunities for non-profits, focusing on aligning their mission with grantor priorities and requirements.
Analyze grant guidelines and eligibility criteria, ensuring precise understanding of application requirements and deadlines.
Aggregate data and data analysis, which includes creating charts.
Provide content for websites on subjects that range from salary guides and HR management, to cryptocurrency and Bitcoin, real estate ventures and more.
Content creation for an upcoming lifestyle blog that focused primarily on relationships.
Creating and managing databases and CRM for large firms, small businesses, and sole proprietors.
Lead generation for startups looking for potential networking opportunities as well as potential new hires utilizing LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
Develop market research reports for clients in a range of industries, incorporating Competitive Analysis and SWOT Analysis to achieve the best success as possible within their target market.
Create engaging and visually appealing PowerPoint presentations for seminars, conferences, and corporate meetings, ensuring seamless delivery of key messages to diverse audiences.
MARCH 2017- OCTOBER 2019
Research Assistant to Keyun Ruan, Remote - Research Assistant
Conducted in-depth research on cybersecurity and risk factors, gathering data from academic sources and summarizing relevant information in APA format for an ongoing novel project, demonstrating strong attention to detail and research skills.
Edited and proofread annotated bibliographies and in-text citations, ensuring adherence to APA format guidelines, resulting in accurate and well-organized reference materials.
Conducted independent research for various purposes, including personal projects and future writing ventures, showcasing a proactive approach to expanding knowledge and skills in the research field.
Managed calendar scheduling for social events, demonstrating excellent organizational and time management abilities to coordinate and facilitate team activities effectively.
Maintained the organization's digital files and documents in Google Drive, ensuring seamless access to essential research materials and enhancing team collaboration and productivity.
JANUARY 2015-OCTOBER 2017
Peachjar, Remote- Researcher/Data Entry Specialist
Conducted extensive research on youth organizations and enrichment programs within a thirty-mile radius of specific school districts across the United States, providing invaluable market insights for marketing directors.
Developed comprehensive databases containing accurate and up-to-date contact information for each identified organization, enhancing the company's outreach capabilities and facilitating targeted marketing efforts.
Managed the company's social media outreach strategy, leveraging access to Facebook and Twitter accounts to establish connections with local organizations within assigned school districts, fostering meaningful relationships and expanding the company's network.
Optimized data integrity in Salesforce account, meticulously cleaning up records by deleting and merging duplicate accounts, adding posting districts to relevant accounts, and researching and inputting missing information, ensuring a streamlined and accurate database for the marketing team.
Contributed to various marketing campaigns by conducting research, providing valuable data-driven insights, and assisting in strategizing effective marketing approaches, leading to increased campaign efficiency and success rates.
Played a key role in a major research project focused on charter schools nationwide, conducting in-depth analysis and providing comprehensive reports, contributing significantly to the project's success and enriching the company's knowledge base.
Education
SEPTEMBER 2007-JUNE 2013
SUNY Empire State College Center for Distance Learning - BA in Sociology with a concentration in the Individual and Society
Peer Tutor
Academic Coach with the college’s New Student Program
Had a poem published in Creative Corner of student newsletter
