David Cook

Currently immersed in the Consultant Services Academy, on track to be a CareAdvance Enterprise Consultant.

Coordinated and executed lifestyle and guerilla marketing promotions for FLAG Marketing’s sports and entertainment clients in the Colorado market. Created visibility for events and entertainment products from companies such as Ultimate Fighting Championship and Goodguys Rod and Custom Association.

Tutored college students for the Community College of Denver’s Career and Technical Tutoring Services. Subjects included economics, statistics, marketing, management, business software, accounting, algebra and writing. Assisted students in improving their study skills, critical thinking, and understanding of course material. Trained tutors in best practices and teaching methods.

Developed and executed college, lifestyle, and online marketing promotions for the largest music distributor in the U.S. Planned and executed events such as record release parties, film screenings, in-store performances, and artist meet-and-greets. Created visibility for new products through retail, non-traditional lifestyle, and social media channels. Implemented digital marketing campaigns through social media, banner ads, blogs, and online sweepstakes. Maintained and provided content for the official “Universal Music on Campus” Facebook page. Worked directly with all stakeholders, including retail accounts, artists, strategic partners, consumers, and others. Analyzed trends by reviewing national and regional sales figures, radio play data, industry and consumer technology news, blogs, etc., and tracking preferences for fashion, music, sports, and others for the college-aged demographic. Managed marketing projects in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.

Promoted to team lead position in 2006. Provided customers with technology solutions such as laptop and desktop computers, printers, software, computer peripherals and consumer electronics. Assisted in training new hires. Consulted on technical knowledge and best practices for sales staff. Set up effective product sales floor displays and maintained accurate pricing and promotional signage. Provided customer service and technical support in a busy downtown location.

Coordinated the organization’s regional activities for thirteen states and acted as a liaison between the national organization, local chapters and industry professionals. Managed the planning and execution of the 2006 Western Regional Conference, an annual event being held in Denver, CO for the first time. Assisted in developing and implementing regional membership recruitment strategies.

Conducted online and database searches. Organized and sorted data in Microsoft Excel and Access. Assisted in data entry. Managed client billing and account services.