Nicole Norris

Marketing and Data Coordinator

Oak Brook, IL

My passion for Marketing has taught me that a job, shouldn’t be “just a job,” but a meaningful part of life. I am an advertising enthusiast, an avid photographer, a coffee addict, and a believer in positive energy. "Believe you can and you’re halfway there." —Theodore Roosevelt

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Village of Channahon

Marketing and Data Coordinator

May 2014 — Present

Responsible for coordinating, managing and implementing the Village’s marketing and promotional strategies to acquire potential retailers and developers. I have successfully created and executed marketing materials among various media outlets (including magazine ads, newspaper ads, brochures, press releases, newsletters, etc.). Formulated a marketing campaign during the holiday season that increased profits and raised awareness for local businesses. Some other job duties include, assisting the Information Technology Director with internal technical support, maintenance of company website, new user setup and installing, and configuring workstations. I also, administered a Business Retention and Expansion Program to increase the competitiveness of the local business community through onsite interviews and the analysis of data to give recommendations for future economic development initiatives.

Career

Village of Channahon

Economic Development Intern

January 2014 — May 2014

I served as the key liaison between the Village and the Channahon Economic Development Corporation (CEDC). I developed and implemented a strategic plan to increase the communication and transparency between the CEDC and the community. Prepared content for external communications, including newsletters, website design, social media marketing and press releases.

Career

Favorite Words to Live By

"Believe you can and you’re halfway there." —Theodore Roosevelt

University of St. Francis

Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing

2014

At St. Francis, I had a very rewarding college experience. I was involved in several organizations and extracurricular activities. I was a collegiate athlete for the Women's Softball team, a representative for the Student Business Association (SBA), and Financial Research and Education through Experience (FREE). I was an active volunteer for many non-profit organizations such as Big Brothers Big Sisters, Daybreak Homeless Shelter, Habitat for Humanity, Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs, and Feed My Starving Children.

Education

Delta Mu Delta

Member of Delta Mu Delta (ΔΜΔ) an International Business Honor Society.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Fundraiser Event 2014

Participated in the development and execution of a Bowling Fundraiser Event that raised over $1,800 to support Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Student Business Association (SBA)

Active member for the Student Business Association (SBA) from 2010-2014. SBA provides opportunities for all students to get involved with various workshops, corporate visits, and networking events.

F.R.E.E.

I was an active officer for Financial Research and Education through Experience (F.R.E.E.). Some of the activities included visiting local area schools to learn about handling finances, and attending forums on global economics and market structure.

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