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Colette Slyker

Billings,MT

Summary

Highly motivated individual with exceptional organizational skills and a methodical approach to responsibilities. Proficient in Salesforce and Qvidian, demonstrating adaptability to changing organizational needs. Possesses effective problem-assessment and problem-solving skills, along with strong communication abilities. Proven track record of consistently delivering quality service by exceeding expectations. Applies creativity in executing day-to-day tasks.

Experienced with managing complex proposal processes and leading cross-functional teams. Utilizes strategic planning and persuasive communication to drive successful project outcomes. Track record of fostering collaboration and achieving high-quality deliverables.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PROPOSAL MANAGER

Imagine360 & EBMS
07.2018 - Current
  • Responsible for overseeing the end-to-end process of creating and submitting proposals in response to requests for proposals (RFPs) or other business opportunities.
  • Work closely with key stakeholders to understand business objectives, client needs, and project requirements. Coordinating with various departments, such as sales, marketing, and subject matter experts, to gather relevant information.
  • Lead cross-functional teams involved in the proposal development process.
  • Develop project timelines, set milestones, and establish deadlines for different stages of the proposal process to ensure submission deadlines are met.
  • Maintaining and updating a Content Management System for proposal documentation utilizing Qvidian
  • Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to create compelling visuals and graphics for inclusion in proposals.

CORPORATE AND BTS SALES EXECUTIVE

DoubleTree by Hilton Billings
09.2015 - 07.2018
  • Establish and maintain close contact with top and target accounts
  • Selling to local and non-local companies coming to the area
  • Work closely with all hotel departments by communicating and coordinating sales information
  • Conduct outside sales calls, evaluating prospective clients and their meeting needs
  • Participate in community activities as a representative of the company
  • Develop and maintain rapport with competitor hotels
  • Intermittently work as Manager on Duty - after hours and on weekends
  • Overseeing the day to day operations of all hotel departments, and addressing any significant customer questions, concerns or requests

ACTIVIES COORDINATOR

St. John's Lutheran Ministries
01.2011 - 08.2015
  • Primary job responsibility is coordinating and leading a variety of activities for clients
  • Planning and coordination of large and small events
  • Writing care plans and progress notes for 28 clients on the Dementia Care unit
  • Collecting, copying, and filing of clinical documentation
  • Daily assessment and adapting to client needs
  • Assist client with activities of daily living
  • Organization of memory care recreational therapy programs

NANNY

Molly Schwend
03.2010 - 07.2010
  • Cooking two meals a day
  • Light housekeeping
  • Scheduling naps, playtime, and play dates

WAITRESS/HOSTESS

Bennigans
09.2002 - 06.2003
  • Greeting and seating guests
  • Serving drinks and food
  • Light cleaning and duties as assigned

Education

MSUB College of Technology -

MSUB College of Technology
Billings, MT
01.2011

University of Montana -

University of Montana
Missoula, MT
01.2002

Skills

  • Organization skills
  • Salesforce
  • Qvidian
  • Flexibility
  • Adaptability
  • Problem-assessment
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication
  • Creativity
  • Organizing
  • Planning
  • Event hosting

Certification

APMP® Bid and Proposal Management Foundation 2024

Montana Producer's License

Timeline

PROPOSAL MANAGER

Imagine360 & EBMS
07.2018 - Current

CORPORATE AND BTS SALES EXECUTIVE

DoubleTree by Hilton Billings
09.2015 - 07.2018

ACTIVIES COORDINATOR

St. John's Lutheran Ministries
01.2011 - 08.2015

NANNY

Molly Schwend
03.2010 - 07.2010

WAITRESS/HOSTESS

Bennigans
09.2002 - 06.2003

University of Montana -

University of Montana

MSUB College of Technology -

MSUB College of Technology
Colette Slyker