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Amy Grat
Los Angeles, CA
currently: Job hunting
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Work history
Consultant (multiple projects)
tags:
quantitative analysis
• survey analyzing and report w...
• presentation & public speaking
• consulting
• market analysis
• strategy
• market research
• international education
• qualitative analysis
How would you describe your time at University of Southern Cali...?
Engaged by University of Southern California's Center for Business (CIBER) to assess feasibility and design multi-university consortium to promote linkages between top tier U.S. business schools and prestigious Russian university. Project involves extensive interviews and collaboration with deans, directors, faculty and students at multiple institutions.
Previously engaged by USC Marshall School of Business to conduct market analysis of niche MBA program offering and make strategic recommendations for growth and sustainability. Project entailed significant primary and secondary market research; including survey design/analysis and competitor benchmarking.
Key Achievements
- Delivered strategic recommendations to 300+ alumni at conference plenary session.... 
Vice President, Membership/Investor Relations
tags:
revenue generation
• key client development and re...
• fundraising
• event management
• program management
• business development
How would you describe your time at Los Angeles County Economic...?
Managed corporate membership program to drive revenue and secure leadership resources for the organization. Engaged senior business, government and civic leaders in organization's mission through board development and implementation of extensive program of activities. Promoted organization to the larger community and developed strategic partnerships with mission-aligned organizations. Planned and executed major revenue-raising events, involving integrated marketing activities, sponsor solicitation, budget oversight, and vendor and volunteer management. Oversaw day-to-day department operations, including development of strategic plans, oversight of $1.1M budget and direct management of two F/T staff, with indirect responsibility for two F/T staff.
Key Achievements
- Promoted 3 times in 5 years.
- Generated $1M in revenue for first time in 25 year history; exceeded this amount over next three years.
- Grew member revenues 13% annually, with a 75% overall increase while with company.
- Raised member retention level from 79% to 91%.
- Increased by 261% event revenue over three years, raising milestone revenue of $630,000 in final year.
- Enhanced member engagement through development and implementation of Business Services Network (BSN), a specialized program to offer business development, promotional opportunities, and member-to-member and member-to-client referrals.
- Launched orientation program to improve member involvement resulting in higher satisfaction.
- Established systems for prospect identification and tracking; improved overall data management....
Associate Director, International Executive Programs, IBEAR Program
tags:
stakeholder relations mgmt
• strategic planning
• event management
• program management & administ...
• international
How would you describe your time at USC Marshall School of Busi...?
Developed, marketed and implemented internationally-focused executive education programs. Directed USC's Asia/Pacific Business Outlook, an annual conference attended by over 250 global business leaders. Designed and delivered country-focused seminars and individualized programs for senior executives. Directed integrated marketing campaigns, using email, telemarketing, direct mail, advertising/PR and co-marketing. Identified and solicited corporate clients for event sponsorship and customized programs. Directed strategic planning, budgetary oversight, and personnel administration for business unit. Managed one professional staff member and three student workers.
Key Achievements
- Identified and captured new business opportunities, including launch of new Mexico/Brazil program.
- Grew attendance by 47% in other country-focused programs.
- Achieved conference performance goals despite challenging market trends in Asia.
- Successfully led conference planning team comprised of university, corporate and governmental stakeholders.
- Improved client satisfaction for visiting executives by fostering better integration into the University community....
Overseas Program Manager
tags:
counseling & coaching
• crisis management
• student services
• new program development
• negotiations /cost saving
• program management & administ...
• international education
How would you describe your time at University of Pennsylvania,...?
Counseled Penn undergraduates interested in studying abroad. Managed four Penn-branded programs, while administering 25+ other Penn-approved programs. Personally visited and evaluated overseas sites to ensure high quality programming. Conducted on-campus recruitment, selected participants, and coordinated with academic and administrative offices. Led pre-departure orientation and re-entry support. Analyzed enrollment trends and provided input for long-term planning. Represented the University in strategic planning and contract negotiations with partners. Served on faculty committees involved in new program development.
Key Achievements
- Successfully re-launched study abroad program in Prague, involving extensive negotiations and collaboration with partner institution, as well as a highly effective recruitment campaign.
- Created powerful marketing materials to promote programs to internal and external customers.
- Developed effective systems and protocols to ensure excellence in student service.
- Created office-wide procedures manual to facilitate training.
- Deployed effective crisis management, requiring inter-cultural sensitivity and a high level of professionalism.
- Contributed to field of international education by presenting at regional and national professional conferences....
Education
MBA, International Business
tags:
consulting
• quantiative analysis
• qualitative analysis
• global viewpoint
• leadership and team building ...
• market analysis
• cross-cultural communications
• strategy
• market research
How would you describe your time at USC Marshall School of Busi...?
Successfully completed one-year, intensive, globally-focused MBA program at USC Marshall.
Completed numerous business reports and projects, culminating with intensive professional consulting project that entailed significant primary and secondary research. Project focus included market analysis, brand positioning and strategy. Presented conclusions and recommendations at conference.
Served as Class Commencement Speaker, Term III Class President, Term II Vice President, and Student Liaison to the Career Resources Center. Developed and executed events and activities for program. Managed program budget....
MA, International Affairs
tags:
political science
• economics
• global viewpoint
• history
How would you describe your time at George Washington Universit...?
Focus on international economic development and Latin American Studies
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