Karen Sheehan

Experience

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  IntelliTools, Inc/Cambium Learning/VSS

  Jun 1997 - Mar 2008

  Product Mananger, Sales, Marketing, and Training

   Project Manager for the release of a literacy software program Training Manager with channel management of twenty national trainers, managed and met budget and income goals; developed in-person and online training, developed new product training materials Sales Director responsible for a seven state region, met yearly sales targets, excelled in customer relationships Marketing and Training Associate responsible for marketing content for the catalog and website. Presented at national and international conferences Show less

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  Attainment Company, Inc.

  Mar 2008 - Mar 2009

  Sales Manager

   Successfully built awareness and product sales in CA, AZ, OR and WA Developed strategic partnerships with other companies in the disability arena

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  Alliance for Technology Access

  Mar 2009 - Jun 2010

  Executive Director

   Supervised a staff of 10, and a network of 45 regional centers nationwide Managed a million dollar grant. Developed strategic plan for long-term financial security Worked with the Board of Directors to increase the visibility of ATA, and a merger and move to Tennessee  Identified influencers in the disability industry, established relationships, and partnerships Designed an online classroom offering webinars to teachers, assistive technology professionals, therapists, administrators, and government agency staff Show less

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  Market Metrix

  Mar 2012 - Aug 2012

  Interim Marketing Manager

   Managed all aspects of a multi-modal marketing program. Developed content for product brochures, white papers, and case studies. Produced press releases and managed media contacts  Provided expertise in the develop a strategic long-term company plan for marketing Project management for a new website Managed Salesforce, Vertical Response, OneHub, and GoToMeeting

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  Center for Accessible Technology

  Feb 2013 - May 2019

  Director, Accessible Technology Coalition

  • Developed and implemented business and marketing plans to launch and grow a new program of CforAT into one with internationally recognized disability expertise• Launched an online classroom providing monthly training to audiences of 75+

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  ATIA.org

  Apr 2013 - Apr 2014

  Director of Marketing Communications

  • Responsible for multi-channel marketing campaigns to increase customer engagement and drive revenue growth for ATIA's primary revenue source, their international conference• Executed planning, design and production of conference mailings, brochures, website and social media • Increased conference revenue by 30%

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  Cornerstone Living Skills / CA Mentor

  Feb 2014 - Apr 2017

  Program Director / QIDP

  • Oversaw case management for 18 adults with significant disabilities. Wrote care plans and active treatment goals.• Monitored operations ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, HIPAA laws and company policies.• Hired and trained RN, CNAs and office staff for Day and NOC shifts.• Reduced staff absenteeism and turnover by 40% using strategies to recruit, train and retain high quality employees• Established a multidisciplinary team to improve resident outcomes and quality of life. Show less