Dawn Dukes

Experience

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  Spirax Sarco USA

  Jan 1998 - Jan 2018

  Department manager who led a team of professionals who were responsible for all segments of corporate marketing and communications. Used market information, voice of the customer, and expertise to plan, execute and measure marketing and communications strategies. Managed special events and marketing campaigns while working with media outlets to build brand and grow sales. Supported the Vice President of Marketing by working with the Market Development Managers and Product Line Leadership to create the vision and marketing strategy for the company. Strong ability to influence thinking, forge strategic alliances, and build consensus. Managed a direct team and consultants as needed to achieve the highest throughput of projects. At ease with budget limitations, deadlines, and high-pressure situations. Was accountable for an annual department budget of $1 million. Show less Strength in leading teams, managing multiple product lines, and justifying new product development investments. Developed sales forecasts and product pricing, launched new products to the marketplace, measured sales and stocking levels, and determined and documented new product requirements. Managed account relationships and large-scale projects. Worked with Inside Sales, Supply, Engineering, and Quality to process special price quotes, expedite, and resolve quality issues. Provided product training to customers and employees. Collaborated with Engineered Systems on the pump package product range. Show less Led a marketing communications team and managed a $1.1M annual budget to produce a successful program that included: advertising, public relations, newsletters, trade shows, presentations, website, literature, electronic media, sales lead management, sales incentive programs, market research, and meeting planning. Interfaced with the advertising agency, technical support, product management, outside sales, and management to create high-quality and cost-effective marketing collateral that built brand awareness to generate leads. Show less

  • Public Relations and Communications Manager

    Jan 2014 - Jan 2018

  • Product Market Manager

    Jan 2008 - Jan 2014

  • Marketing Communications Manager

    Jan 2000 - Jan 2008

  • Graphic Designer

    Jan 1998 - Jan 2000
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  Patterson Fan Company, Inc

  Mar 2018 - Jan 2022

  Product/Production Manager - Ventilation Division

  Set the vision and strategy for Patterson Ventilation products. Oversaw the day-to-day operational functions of the Ventilation Division. Engaged with sales support, forecasting, cost, production, and promotion. Delivered the plan for growth objectives including market share, revenue, and profit and return on investment for our customers. Managed and implemented marketing activities through research, strategic planning, and execution. Handled distributor sales and after-service.

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  Heathwood Hall Episcopal School

  Jan 2022 - Jun 2022

  Long Term Substitute Teacher - Spanish

  Taught Spanish as the full-time long-term substitute (5 months) to 275 elementary students from 4k to 4th grade.

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  Heathwood Hall Episcopal School

  Aug 2022 - Jun 2024

  Associate Teacher

  Provide support to the lead teacher in developing curriculum and instructional course materials. Provide positive learning and guidance techniques to students. Create a joyful learning environment for students. Handle classes in the absence of lead teachers. Initiate and implement safety rules in the school environment. Adhere to and comply with all the school rules and guidelines.