Paycor

How does Paycor help?

Every day, we work with HR and finance leaders who are making a difference. They’re recruiting talent and building teams. 

They’re designing competitive benefits. 

They’re tracking compliance in a rapidly changing environment. 

They’re building companies that are great places to work. If you’re a business leader, everyone depends on you.

Reach out to me to learn how we can help your HR and Finance to all aspects of the experience from hire to retire and everything in between.

Inside Sales Executive, Bank

Company

We combine our inside selling experience and learnings across multiple industries and segments, with our clients’ existing successes to enrich processes, improve conversions, scale teams, and create a faster path to revenue. 
 
How? One word: Data. Whether looking to deploy Sales Plays that capture and engage, or qualify prospects more effectively, our extensive benchmarking data provides actionable, real-time insights to optimize effectiveness and operational agility across the board.

Areas of Business I have contributed to:
-Cybersecurity
-Telecom
-Fleet Management Solutions
-Media and Entertainment Management
-Knowledge Management Solutions
-Higher Education - Residence Life Software
-Healthcare Industry Cost Analysis Consulting

Sales - Team Lead/Client Success Manager

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Regional Account Manager

CenturyLink

Business to Business relationship sales professional with focus on strong client relationships including but not limited to discussions to understand business needs, decision making process of the business to develop long term strategic partnership with a diverse set of products to meet overall business goals.

- Consistently top sales performer within team and office branch on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis through solid lead and funnel development of existing client base and prospecting.
- Assist clients with understanding business goals by developing individualized short and long-term business strategies focusing on a total business solution rather than product based solutions.
-  Daily mentoring with new Relationship Managers focused on new skills, understanding internal processes, coaching to an individualized solution versus product based solutions with focuses on elevating the conversation, listening to clients and developing solutions based on needs. 
- Manages End to End Sales Process including defining solution, Contract Negotiation, order management and after sale management.
- Proficient in Salesforce, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.

Sr. Inside Sales Relationship Manager

AT&T

I coached multiple high performing sales teams using tools like the AT&T network, products, and services to create a world where everything works together seamlessly for our customers.

I created an environment that was inclusive, fun and interactive for my employees to make sure that they felt valued.  I focus on the sales process and personalized approaches versus the standard cutting cutter sales.

Assistant Sales Manager

Helped consumers make decisions on their mobility needs.  Helped small and medium business achieve their potential with many products but not limited to cloud services, mobility products.  Achieved and surpassed sales goals consistently as a retail sales consultant.

Retail Sales Consultant

| Sales Process Builder | People Focused | Follow for posts on how to help decrease healthcare costs without sacrificing coverage, personal development, sales, and dad jokes

How I currently help clients:

By taking the complexity out of workforce analysis and planning by empowering HR and finance leaders through:

- Helping attract top talent
- Retaining talent
- Optimizing your workforce
- Benefits Admin
- Automating things like time consuming back office work

Not all companies are created equal and I hope to show you how I can help you with your company goals!

I am a versatile salesperson that has the skills to potentially help anyone that I come across in a conversation.  

I have worked across several industries over the past few years, some of those include: Cybersecurity, Telecom, Media & Entertainment project Mgmt., Fleet Mgmt., Knowledge Mgmt., Higher Education (primarily Residence Life and Housing Operations), Employee healthcare consulting and Human Capital Management.

What this does this mean for you?  Well.. I am a well rounded and can help you in a lot of ways.

My DM's are open if you want to chat about it.

I tend to also chat about these things too: 

-Sales
-Motivation
-Personal Development
-Leadership
-An Occasional Dad Joke or two

if you hit the "bell" you will see me every day in your feed.

Kevin Smith

Scott Taylor, MBA

Saint Ignatius High School

Assistant Director of Advancement Marketing

BlkDog

We are a brand marketing agency helping small businesses, entrepreneurs, 
and dreamers build brands with purpose.

CEO + Founder

INTERDESIGN

Global Director Brand Marketing

Moen Incorporated

• Lead end-to-end campaign development including identifying target insights,
audiences, developing strategy, briefing creation, defining messaging, channel
planning, brand positioning, and content development
• Lead creative direction of above the line advertising (paid social, tv, radio) to
support key marketing initiatives and branded content
• Track and report the brand marketing data including development of feedback
loops to ensure creative is delivering against company goals, and optimizing
for short and long term impact
• Develop and communicate industry, market, and channel understanding to
advance and address business objectives
• Work collaboratively with cross functional teams on new product launches
and marketing campaigns in support of our Vision Into Action strategy
• Manage and partner with internal marketers, writers, designers, and direct
external agency partners on briefings, creative reviews, and brand activities
• Translate brand strategies into brand plans and go-to-market strategies
• Monitor market trends and research competitor’s activities to find opportunities
and report on marketing activities

Associate Brand Marketing Manager

John Carroll University

• Led strategy and execution of creative, marketing, and web projects to
support John Carroll University’s strategic marketing efforts
• Led creative, brand, and web strategies including positioning, digital,
social media, and web management
• Co-led athletics rebranding process between 2018-2019
• Developed and enhanced brand positioning and brand guidelines
• Increased in-house creative capabilities including adding video and animation
• Led the visual direction of John Carroll University’s new website in 2019,
including consultation of UI/UX brand experience
• Directed external resources including a team of writers, photographers,
marketing specialists, and digital teams to execute strategic brand initiatives
• Coached and mentored team members on professional development growth
opportunities including training on brand marketing best practices

Director of Marketing and Creative Services

Director of Creative Services

Senior Graphic Designer

University Hospitals

• Lead designer for key accounts including The Cleveland Browns, UH Harrington
Heart & Vascular Institute, Corporate Communications, and Human Resources,
Sports and Orthopedics, Institutional Relations & Development
• Partnered with marketing and communications teams to produce the highest
standard of brand collateral to meet hospital objectives and enhanced brand
awareness across all marketing channels.
• Collaborated with senior leadership on system initiatives including evolving
processes, products, and tools

Graphic Designer

Sherwin-Williams

• Executed, coordinated, distributed, and supported Sherwin-Williams Protective
& Marine (PM) marketing and brand initiatives for North America
• Designed marketing and sales collateral including sell sheets, brochures,
print and digital ads, and event materials supporting North America and
Global sales strategic efforts
• Developed and managed the PM divisions’ first online digital magazine,
e-Coating Solutions, over 40,000 subscribers globally

Graphic Designer + Marketing Specialist

Co-Founder @ BlkDog, Brand Marketing Agency For Small Businesses | Connecting People + Brands to Purpose | Creative, Leadership, Strategy

Hi! I'm Scott. 

I'm a creative turned brand marketing leader. I'm here to share my experiences, life lessons, ideas, network, and help others. 

In addition, I am a…
🔸 Proud Father and Husband 
🔸 Cleveland Sports Fan - Go Browns, Guards, Cavs
🔸 Foodie - I love cooking and discovering new restaurants and breweries
🔸 Traveler - Travel changes us. It's the gateway to growth and creativity.
🔸 Lifelong Learner - Growth is never done. I love learning new skills and ideas to keep things fresh. 

I graduated with an MBA from John Carroll University and Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication Design from the University of Dayton. 

I have over 14 years of professional experience in marketing, communications, brand, and creative design. I’ve had the privilege to work in several roles in varying industries including Manufacturing, Higher Education, Healthcare, Technology, Security, Art & Design, Law, Software, Event Planning, Athletics, Health & Wellness. 

My diverse professional experiences have helped me remain agile, innovative, and focused on growth as a person and professional. Lifelong learning is at my core. Of course I wouldn't be where I am today without countless talented and incredible mentors, colleagues, and partners who have pushed me to continue growing. 

• Creative Direction 
• Marketing Strategy
• Integrated Marketing & Communications  
• Digital Marketing 
• Social Media and Content Strategy  
• Brand Strategy
• Agency Management 
• Advertising and Paid Media Execution
• Project Management 
• Team and Staff Development 
• Executive Leadership 

In addition to my full-time work experience, my wife and I founded a brand and design company, BlkDog. We focus on supporting other small businesses, entrepreneurs, & dreamers. We believe in supporting the local Cleveland community and small business owners to achieve their goals by partnering with our team on branding, design, and strategic marketing.

To learn more about our agency BlkDog, visit www.goblkdog.com 

 *All my experiences and opinions shared here are my own.

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