Christine Welcher

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ABOUT CHRISTINE WELCHER

Versatile Senior Director leveraging strong skills in client communications, needs analysis and problem solving to identify, pursue and close new business opportunities within commercial, government and consumer market spaces. Successful career in managing solution delivery, account growth and customer satisfaction, while addressing and overcoming critical challenges and navigating complex strategy roadmaps. Solid expertise in negotiating and administering complex programs and contracts with client executives, senior management, investors, vendors, attorneys and other key decision-makers; fully accountable for P&L, budgeting, new product launches and regulatory compliance.Highly skilled in working with small businesses, non-profits and educational institutions to identify cost-effective process, analyze comprehensive data and enhance research methodologies in full compliance to client goals and industry requirements.Proficient in collaborating with business partners, financial institutions, politicians, consultants and multi-discipline professionals in planning and executing issue research, public surveys and businessdevelopment initiatives.Extensive exposure to cross-cultural practices and international business dynamics in Europe and North America through long-term residency business study and frequent travel; working knowledge of Spanish and Swedish.Prior Experience:Held professional roles in travel scheduling, package sales, customer service and new business development with two travel agencies in the Madison, WI area – Burkhalter Travel and The Nordic Company.Recognized for specializing in the Nordic region, utilizing extensive cross-cultural travel and language studies.Won numerous sales contests and double yearly client base for The Nordic Company through outstanding customer experience and industry knowledge.* Numerous courses in Advanced Statistics, Qualitative & Quantitative Methodology, Policy Development, Economics, International Governance, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Public Policy and related issues through the La Follette School of Public Affairs and University of Wisconsin.* Licensed Real Estate Broker and Sales Agent in the State of Wisconsin.* Proficient in MS Office Suite, QuestionPro & Qualtrics surveys, Stata, Hubspot, Canva and other applications.* Lifetime Member, Basic Income Earth Network; Keynote Speaker, UW-Green Bay’s Food Day; Panelist, Wisconsin Grassroots Network Conference; Presenter, Local Food Network Convention.