James (Jim) Hennessey PPT CV

James (Jim) HennesseyMarketing Communications Leader : 

James (Jim) HennesseyMarketing Communications Leader website: www.visualcv.com/jhennessey0911 linked in: www.linkedin.com/in/jimhennessey email: jimhennessey@comcast.net phone: 615.403.8945

Leadership Brand : 

I am a marketing leader with a proven track record of success in marketing strategy and operations. Involved in aspects of marketing including: brand management; advertising; promotion; product development; and distribution. I am a creative thinker and problem solver known for utilizing both traditional and non-traditional strategies to achieve sales results. I enjoy working together with my team to achieve our objectives and, together, celebrate our success. Leadership Brand

Areas of Expertise : 

Marketing Strategy & Operations Brand Management, Product Development Strategic Market Segmentation Market Evaluation & Forecasting Corporate Communications “Experience” Marketing, Event Management Business-to-Business Specialist Consumer & Retail Promotions Areas of Expertise

Professional Background : 

UnitedHealthcare, Inc., Brentwood, TN 2001 - 2008 Sr. Regional Director, Business Marketing Lead marketing and communications strategist for Fortune 100 company's commercial operations across a 12 state region. Designed, developed and executed marketing and brand strategies. Directed advertising, lead generation and relationship initiatives from business rules to creative development and execution. Responsible for product/service development, pricing, marketing budgets, events and public relations. Key Contributions: Increased key accounts new business pipeline 23% for 4 consecutive years. Implemented prospect segmentation program that contributed to double-digit growth vs. prior year. Consumer branding pilot in Arizona created 32% increase, unaided brand awareness in six months. New market brand/product launch in New Mexico produced 18,000 members in first year, a 21% gain vs. projection. Professional Background

UnitedHealthcare Brand Campaign : 

UnitedHealthcare Brand Campaign A strong brand position means the brand has a unique, credible, sustainable and valued place in the mind of the consumer. A focused brand strategy isn't simply an ad slogan or concept – it is the focus of the entire organization in achieving that valued place in the consumer’s mind. The campaign’s approach was to change the myth that the healthcare system was difficult to manage. The advertising elements that support the new brand used humor to illustrate the UnitedHealth “common sense” approach to doing business. The campaign used national print, targeted cable television advertising and national syndicated radio ads.. Mr. Hennessey was Project Manager for the brand campaign and was responsible for brand research, agency management (GSD&M), internal brand launch, media planning. RADIO: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2X1iX2oAyZ8 TELEVISION: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3e-q7XJk_M

Professional Background : 

Professional Background Gaylord Entertainment Co., Nashville, TN 2000 - 2000 Marketing & Public Relations Manager Contract position managing brand advertising, promotions and public relations for Gaylord Entertainment's Ryman Auditorium, Grand Ole Opry and other entertainment venues. Responsible for increased consumer ticket sales and brand awareness of facilities and programs. Evaluated customer research, market conditions, competitor data and implemented marketing plan changes as needed. Manage and direct creative and communication processes and agencies for entertainment venues. Key Contributions: Directed agency review and selection for $5 million in annual service/media. Surpassed budgeted ticket sales for Ryman theatrical-series productions by 15%. Marketing strategy for Ryman collector's guitars resulted in sales 43% above projection.

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Ryman Guitar Product Development There are three key factors in product development. Factor one is the creation and ability to deliver a unique product . Factor two , a clear. well communicated strategy for the product within your business. And the third factor is sufficient resources to deliver, promote and distribute the new offering. The restoration of the Ryman provided the unique offering of guitars crafted from the venues oak pews. The product fit nicely with the Ryman’s historic rebranding. Marketing created collateral, print advertising and live TV promotions on the Grand Ole Opry to tout the guitars. The product launch and promotion resulted in sales that were 43% above sales projection. Mr. Hennessey was responsible for research, pricing, agency management, writing and editing. Collateral

Professional Background : 

Professional Background Nashville Predators NHL Hockey Team, Nashville, TN 1997 - 2000 Marketing & Promotions Manager Developed relationships with new and existing corporate partners and provides information to maximize promotional exposure and value. Created promotional strategy and programs for corporate partners including Pepsi, Budweiser, First American Bank and Southwest Airlines. Created and managed consumer retail promotions that increased sales of partner products and achieved team awareness objectives. Coordinated team-related radio and television advertising and media promotions. Conducted regular media reviews and evaluations with radio and television partners. Key Contributions: Consumer retail promotion with Kroger and Coca Cola generated 100,000 unique registrations in 45 days. Created over 2 million non-traditional brand impressions annually for Predators with corporate partners. Game night promotional programs contributed to 22 sold out games during inaugural season.

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Professional Background : 

Professional Background Hard Rock Cafe International, Inc. Nashville, TN 1994 - 1997 Marketing Manager Planned major events, concerts and media programs for several Hard Rock Cafe units. Coordinated HRC Grand Opening events in Nashville, Myrtle Beach, Niagara Falls and Key West. Coordinated activities to advertise and promote Café’s and impact customer traffic and sales.   Universal Studios Orlando, Orlando, FL 1991 - 1994 Promotions & Publicity Coordinator Coordination of promotional events for theme park and movie studio complex and Nickelodeon television production facility. Assisted in providing a positive organizational image to the general public, guests, shareholders and the community. Prepared press releases and articles.   Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, LLC, Orlando, FL 1988 - 1991 Press & Publicity Handled media inquiries, prepared and distributed press releases and articles and assisted with media events.

Educational Background : 

Educational Background Clemson University, Clemson SC. 1985-1988 Bachelor of Science, Financial Management Minor in Communications

Community Involvement : 

Community Involvement Nashville Sports Council Human Rights Campaign Board of Directors, Leadership Health Care (formerly Young Health Care Leaders) Board of Directors, Boys & Girls Club, Middle Tennessee

Professional Comments : 

Professional Comments Sharon Rask (Superior) Vice President, Marketing. UnitedHealthcare "Jim Hennessey is a person who works to bring people together to determine the best marketing approaches. As a liaison between field and corporate, he has the job of balancing priorities and making recommendations that will bring the most value. He works well with people to get that tough job done and brings his expertise to bear on the situation." January 21, 2008 Kathy Mason (Peer) Regional Director, Business Marketing, UnitedHealthcare "Jim is an extraordinarily creative thinker that can easily take concepts and turn them into reality for the betterment of his client. He is also constantly challenging himself to familiarize himself with current trends, resources and learning opportunities and shares that knowledge with his team." May 22, 2008 Shayne McCartney (Subordinate) Manager, Marketing Communications, UnitedHealthcare "James is a very strategic and creative thinker. He is enthusiastic and provides a strong leadership ole to those around him. He takes initiative in doing marketing research and is always coming up with new ideas to increase presence and improve perception in the market place." May 22, 2008 Marc Spiegel (Subordinate) Communications Manager. Nashville Predators "James is a resourceful manager, with careful attention to short and long term project goals. James has an ability to deliver under tight-deadlines, while maintaining a calm and collective demeanor." February 14, 2008 Kim Detwiller (Professional) President, Team Strategies LLC “I have actually worked with James for many, many years. He is extremely reliable, very creative, and great at his job. I also have had the fortune of being a friend so I call him “Jim”. I highly recommend him for any position or project that he partners with. ” August 29, 2008 Reference statements from LinkedIn professional profile of James Hennessey available at http://www.linkedin.com/in/jimhennessey.

James (Jim) HennesseyMarketing Communications Leader : 

James (Jim) HennesseyMarketing Communications Leader Additional Project Samples

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James (Jim) HennesseyMarketing Communications Leader : 

James (Jim) HennesseyMarketing Communications Leader website: www.visualcv.com/jhennessey0911 linked in: www.linkedin.com/in/jimhennessey email: jimhennessey@comcast.net phone: 615.403.8945