Leslie Marlow

Experience

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  Minnesota State University Moorhead

  Jul 2008 - May 2010

  Attention to details of layout, story ideas and publishing deadlines. Work with InDesign program. Collect payment for parking permits and tickets. Handle dissatisfied customers in calm and professional manner.

  • Features Editor - The Advocate

    Aug 2009 - May 2010

  • Student Worker - Parking Office

    Jul 2008 - Feb 2010
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  Herberger's

  Mar 2010 - Jan 2012

  Selling Specialist

  Build satisfied customer relationships. Develop customer return and loyalty to the shoe department. Receive customer service training. Train new employees on layout of backroom and handling of multiple clientele.

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  Minnesota State University Moorhead

  Sept 2011 - Jun 2012

  In my last year of school I competed in the District 8 National Student Advertising Competition and received first place with my teammates. The competition involved the development of an integrated marketing plan, the design/copy of a 32-page book and a 20-minute presentation.At Districts our team's campaign received "Best Use of Social Media" from OLSON. We then proceeded to Nationals in Austin, TX. Our campaign was placed in the top 20 of the nation. Design game programs. Work on overall branding of department. Act as liaison between clients and designers in student-led advertising agency. Work on design and copywriting. Distribute weekly meeting notes to members. Develop signage for fundraisers, speakers and special events.

  • Art Director, Copy Director, Strategist, Presenter - AAF NSAC

    Jan 2012 - Jun 2012

  • Design Intern - Dragon Athletic Department

    Jan 2012 - May 2012

  • Account Manager, Designer, Copywriter - Flypaper Creative Services

    Jan 2012 - May 2012

  • Secretary, Creative Committee Leader - Ad Club

    Sept 2011 - May 2012
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  LJA: Architects, Engineers, Planners, Surveyors

  Jan 2012 - Sept 2014

  Developed and executed marketing programs to promote the firm’s brand. Prepared letters of interest, formal proposals, statements of qualifications, interview materials and other written/graphical materials for marketing and business development activities, promotions and sales. Created and managed content for the website and social media platforms. Launched worksite wellness program and oversaw programming and team coordination. Worksite wellness programming and coordination, oversee team.

  • Interactive Marketing Specialist

    Jun 2014 - Sept 2014

  • Worksite Wellness Coordinator

    Jun 2013 - Sept 2014

  • Marketing Assistant/Graphic Designer

    Jun 2012 - Jun 2014

  • Marketing Assistant/Graphic Design Intern

    Jan 2012 - Jul 2012
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  Mary Kay Global

  Oct 2013 - now

  Independent Beauty Consultant

  Helping women look and feel their best through makeovers, skin care solutions, looks for their lifestyles, and image consulting. Through my Mary Kay business I am able to educate women on proper skin care and color application; my favorite part of my small business is empowering women to be confident.

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  Prudential Premier Real Estate

  Sept 2014 - Oct 2014

  Interactive Marketing Specialist

  Assisted with the brand transition to Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties. The rebranding and events included:• Redesign of office and agent materials• Update and create social media pages for company• Clothing and promotional orders with the new branding• Design of tradeshow booth display• Agent breakfast and sign change out• "Brand" Opening with FMWF Chamber ribbon cutting and Mod Midwest catering• Hosting the FMWF Chamber Business After Hours• Web and social media training for agents Show less

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  Heritage Homes

  Sept 2014 - Apr 2017

  Director of Marketing

  Developed overall marketing plan for future growth and brand recognition of both companies and the individual real estate agents. Worked in both print and online media, which included designing graphics, marketing materials and branding. Created and managed content for the websites and social media platforms. Created competitive advantage strategies for each company and implemented those strategies across multiple platforms.

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  Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties

  Oct 2014 - Apr 2017

  Director of Marketing

  Developed overall marketing plan for future growth and brand recognition of both companies and the individual real estate agents. Worked in both print and online media, which included designing graphics, marketing materials and branding. Created and managed content for the websites and social media platforms. Created competitive advantage strategies for each company and implemented those strategies across multiple platforms.

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  Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce (FMWF Chamber)

  Aug 2015 - Aug 2017

  Past Chair (September 2016 - August 2017)Chair (September 2015 - August 2016)Vice-Chair (September 2014 - August 2015)Social Committee Chair (September 2013 - August 2014)---The Young Professionals Network is led by a great leadership team that strives to enhance the personal and professional development of our members and to connect them to The Chamber, community and each other. I was honored to serve on the leadership team and to help bring this organization to new heights and to see the positive impact young professionals have on this amazing community.---The purpose of the Young Professionals Network (YPN) is to plan, schedule and coordinate quality, cost-effective training programs and networking events that enhance the personal and professional development of young professionals and help to connect them to The Chamber, community and each other. YPN is designed to provide opportunities for young professionals to build a network and develop the skills they need to succeed in their chosen profession or occupation.Program Goals:• To incorporate the views of the Young Professionals Network into the collective voice of Chamber advocates.• To provide innovative, skill enhancing networking and educational programs that are relevant to young professionals.• For the Young Professionals Network to become recognized as a resource for young professionals.• To provide networking opportunities in an environment that is attractive to young professionals.• To educate Young Professionals about The Chamber and encourage them to play a participatory role in the organization.---The Social Committee provides an outlet for young professionals to meet, network, and socialize. Our responsibilities include planning tours, social activities, and monthly happy hours. As chair I act as the liaison between the YPN Social Committee and Leadership Committee. My primary goals are to coordinate great YPN events and keep increasing attendance at each function. Show less Leadership Fargo Moorhead West Fargo (LFMWF) is centered on creating leaders through community exploration and leadership development. The program is designed to expose emerging and existing community leaders to the issues that face our region while challenging and engaging participants to strengthen the community and themselves through personal development and civic engagement.The program has three cornerstone values:1) Develop long-lasting relationships with other leaders.2) Discover the inner workings of your community and challenges facing the region.3) Define your individual role and responsibility as a leader within your community. Show less

  • Past Chair, Chair, Vice-Chair, Social Committee Chair - Young Professionals Network

    Sept 2013 - Aug 2017

  • Leadership Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Graduate

    Aug 2015 - May 2016
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  FEI, Inc.

  Apr 2017 - Sept 2018

  Marketing Director

  Responsible for the company’s marketing direction and overseeing the marketing team. Worked closely with executive staff to create and implement comprehensive policies and programs related to corporate marketing, public relations, communications and advertising. Monitored the development of marketing support collateral and ensured that all deadlines were met. Worked directly with sales team on educational events, campaigns, prospects, sales promotions and presentations.

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  Gehrtz Construction Services

  Sept 2018 - Aug 2020

  Director of Marketing
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  Zerr Berg Architects

  Sept 2018 - Aug 2020

  Director of Marketing
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  Stride Creative Marketing

  Sept 2020 - now

  Founder & President

  Providing marketing, sales and strategy services for small to medium size businesses.Expertise includes:• Marketing Strategy• Branding + Messaging• Content Marketing• Graphic Design• Copywriting + Editing• Public Relations• Event Planning• Social Media Management• Website Design & Management• Search Engine Optimization (SEO)• Google Analytics• Google Advertising• Customer Relationship Management• Video Production + Editing

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  T.O. Plastics

  May 2022 - now

  Marketing Manager