Debbie Gown

Experience

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  GROSSMAN & JACK TALENT, INC.

  Jan 2002 - Nov 2003

  Talent Agent

  Represented and advised actors for film, television, radio, theater and industrials.Scouted new talent and directed actors in the studio to capture best performances.Liaised between talent and advertising agencies, and negotiated contracts.

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  Transfer School of Languages

  Dec 2003 - Aug 2004

  Business English Teacher

  Instructed Business English courses to companies throughout Madrid including Philips Electronics, Unilever and La Caixa Bank.Facilitated conversational English and prepared clients for business travel for conferences and meetings. Promoted clients’ skills in writing, grammar and presentation.

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  ROCKET SCIENCE LABORATORIES

  Oct 2004 - Jan 2005

  Production Assistant

  Collaborated with a team of Editors, Supervisors and Producers in fast-paced production environment.Performed administrative duties, logged, transcribed & converted footage to ensure quality of content.

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  MTV NETWORKS

  Jan 2005 - Apr 2005

  Casting Coordinator

  Scouted talent for several shows by networking with club promoters and media outlets.Organized and facilitated casting sessions, clearly communicating with applicants and Casting Director.

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  Thruline Entertainment

  Apr 2005 - Oct 2005

  Management Assistant

  Supported talent by managing schedules, securing appointments, and coordinating with various teams.Utilized excellent communication skills to coordinate department projects and assist Managers.

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  Fox Corporation

  Oct 2005 - Jan 2006

  Post Production Assistant

  Assisted with all daily requests from Producers, Production Managers and Supervisors.Offered creative input and feedback during screenings and assisted with company events.

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  Language Systems International

  Jan 2006 - Feb 2007

  Housing Coordinator

  Managed housing program which included 50+ host families and international students at any given time.Identified best matches for incoming students by conducting in-home interviews throughout Los Angeles..Advised host families on how to prepare and support students navigating their new city and home.

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  Young Judaea

  Feb 2007 - Jul 2012

  Managed team of twelve coordinators to recruit students throughout the U.S. for travel abroad.Developed and executed an annual marketing plan to increase brand awareness.Staffed international travel experiences in Israel and Uganda while coordinating with leaders abroad.Designed marketing collateral, updated website and social media for multiple programs annually.Lead quarterly recruitment summits and regular professional development workshops. Extensive travel domestically identifying students interested in a gap year experience.Doubled program participation by persistently reaching out to community leaders and organizations.Planned, hosted, and presented at various events for families and students participating in programs.

  • Manager of Marketing & Recruitment

    Feb 2007 - Jul 2012

  • Israel Programs Recruiter

    Feb 2007 - Aug 2008
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  Robot Fight & Fitness

  Jan 2012 - Aug 2012

  Sales Consultant

  Introduced new members to Robot Fight & Fitness Academy and offered private one-on-one MMA lessons. Assisted individuals with finding a program to fit their lifestyle.

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  The FruitGuys

  Aug 2012 - now

  With exceptional customer service and a commitment to local farmers, employees, and communities, The FruitGuys helps organizations design healthy worksite cultures by delivering hand picked, unique, farm-direct produce and curated, wholesome snacks. Proudly B Corp certified.Exceeds revenue quota goals by 50-100% and top sales performer for 5 consecutive years.Rapid expansion of the Los Angeles market center and average of $1.75 million in sales annually.Closes and manages multi-location nationwide accounts with complex needs.Advises clients on engaging breakroom solutions, wellness education programs, and donation opportunities.Regularly travels and presents to C- Levels and Senior Management at leading companies such as SpaceX, Samsung, Ernst & Young, CBS, Beachbody, WME, Amazon Web Services, The Honest Company, etc.Advances business development, strengthens partnerships, promotes local farms, and supports sales team.Champion for customers, providing feedback to various teams to optimize customer experience.Creates RFP’s and comprehensive proposals while driving the process from lead to customer.Experienced with Salesforce.com, Netsuite, Google Hangouts, Zoom, LinkedIn, and Excel. Show less

  • Business Development Manager - Employee Engagement

    Jul 2020 - now

  • Account Executive

    Aug 2012 - Jul 2020