Catherine Stirn

Experience

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  Afterburner

  Jan 2007 - Nov 2016

  Afterburner is a management training and consulting firm that helps organizations and teams accelerate performance on their most challenging organizational and strategic initiatives. Recognized in Fortune Magazine- 25 Small Giants, Best Small Companies in 2016 My role was to lead a customer-focused team responsible for various business improvements within operations, contracting, speaker bureau and event planner management, accounting, legal, HR & Admin, IT, crisis management, facilities & vendor management. Key InitiativesDeveloped strong client relationships and communications; Review and negotiate contractual agreements for 300+ speaking and consulting engagements per yearHelped to create and launch a Career Transition Seminar sponsored by USAA, delivered to over 4000 transitioning military professionals at 30+ events worldwide Show less Managed all Operations, Logistical creation, Recruiting, Onboarding, IT, and Communications to produce and execute 300-400 events per year and achieve optimal flow of hiring, inventory, processes.Key Initiatives Led intricate company restructure during economic downturn, implementing both productivity and cost- savings improvements across multiple divisions to free up capital. Successfully decreased operational costs by over $200k annually Managed new hire recruitment and onboarding process. Forecasting and evaluated hiring plans for operational/speaking capability, cultural and strategic fit Researched intellectual property law and managed trademark registrations; Performed due diligence on potential competitors encroaching on trademark and or employment contract violations and coordinated with counsel for legal action Show less While Dir. Operations I oversaw key operations, logistics, and strategy for company business processes, events, and vendors for all corporate activities and logistics for programs.Select HighlightsManaged all aspects of the design and build process for move to Class A+ facility in downtown Atlanta; Worked with architect and designers to create a hybrid work space that allows for open collaboration and incorporates a range of spaces to give employees the autonomy to move between them throughout the dayLed the standardization and modernization of processes of the company including identifying organizational flow, creating new pathways, and reorganizing efficiency of operations Maintained client relationships and partnerships by coordinating special events/client entertainment and meetings; hosted lunches, dinnersNegotiated Vendor Agreements and SLA’s to ensure best of class service and prices Show less

  • Chief Operating Officer

    Jan 2013 - Nov 2016

  • Vice President of Operations

    Jan 2008 - Dec 2012

  • Director of Operations

    Jan 2007 - Dec 2007
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  N3

  Nov 2016 - Apr 2022

  N3 is a proven, global sales execution and demand generation services firm. We work with technology and software companies to identify opportunities to generate revenue, help accelerate them through the pipeline and inform marketing and sales strategies with insights from customers. N3 designs and executes large-scale, outsourced sales and marketing campaigns leveraging digital marketing, tele-based sales, social listening and custom analytics. We deliver long-term results for domestic and global campaigns with our performance-based approach. Founded in 2004, N3 is headquartered in Atlanta and has offices in Costa Rica, Dublin, London, Seattle, Singapore, and Fargo, ND. Show less

  • Vice President, Delivery

    Oct 2018 - Apr 2022

  • Senior Program Director

    Nov 2016 - Apr 2022
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  Accenture

  Apr 2022 - now

  • Managing Director

    Dec 2022 - now

  • Service Delivery Ops Lead Assoc Director

    Apr 2022 - now