Jim Guarnera

Experience

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  3M Industrial Graphics Division

  May 1975 - May 1979

  Marketing Communications Supervisor

  Managed Communications strategies and tactics for the Industrial Graphics business of 3M which sold short run printing plates and supplies to Instant Printers globally.Responsibilities included:*Management of department personnel plans and performance*Advertising Agency interface*Brand Management*Literature Design and Distribution*National Trade Show management and measurement*Developed brand strategy and statistics systems*Created Sales Recognition/Incentive Programs for 3M Distributors*Created Sales & Service Recognition Programs for 3M Sales and Service RepsAwarded three (3) Oliver Awards for Outstanding Advertising Campaign, by the BPAA (Business Professional Advertising Association). Show less

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  2020 Brand Solutions

  Mar 1980 - Feb 2020

  National Account Director

  Providing businesses with strategic marketing, sales and promotion solutions to today's business challenges.Solutions may include Incentives, Promotions, Loyalty and Donor Recognition Programs and Products to build brand awareness, influence behaviors and reward loyalty.

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  Adhouse Communications

  May 1980 - Jan 1985

  National Account Manager

  Opened and developed 17 new business accounts, providing a variety of services from Strategic Planning to Recognition Programs and products, to Sales Incentive Programs and products, Safety Programs, Service Award Programs and Brand Promotion Programs.Member of the President's Circle for Top Sales Performers from 1981-1985.

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  James & Company

  Jan 1985 - Jan 2001

  National Accounts Manager
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  James Group Solutions

  May 2001 - Jan 2006

  Executive Vice President

  Member of the Management Committee, overseeing strategic growth planning and implementation, while growing specific national account business. Consistent Top Gross Sales, Top Sales Margins and Top Annual Growth sales performer. Focused on donor recognition and sales recognition programs and products.

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  Bravissimo Recognition Solutions

  Feb 2020 - now

  Chief Executive Officer

  Leader in Design, Construction and Installation of Effective Recognition of Key Donors & Benefactors, and Top Contributors to Non-Profits, Foundations, Education and Business.