Karen Bordner

About Karen Bordner

I love to solve problems. Throughout my career, I have been driven by my intellectual curiosity to continuously learn and to apply that learning and curiosity to find answers to my client\'s issues and questions. Whether it’s solving sales operational issues to increase cycle times, or educating clients on the value proposition and profit margin of products, I’ve been able to quickly uncover the problem and identify a strategic solution. Using my high EQ I bring a team and customer-centered mindfulness that enable companies to innovate and prosper. When my clients and team win I win, in that order. I love coaching and mentoring and enjoy seeing others achieve success. Being intellectually curious drives me to be a lifelong learner. I hold an MBA from Colorado State University’s Executive MBA program, MA from Central Michigan, & and BA with honors from The University of Toledo. Major Accomplishments: • Drove 63% & $5 Million Territory Growth in First Year In Club & Mass Markets, Named Employee of the Year. Developed strategic sales and marketing plans, effective promotions, and forecasting inputs across multiple channels. Provided thought leadership, and oversaw strategic plan, production prioritization, inventory management, product mix, and business performance. • Simon & Schuster’s Pimsluer Language learning product was not performing well on Amazon.com. Led product rebranding, improved search status, growing overall sales 200% to $2.3M in one year. • Initiated New Sales & Marketing Campaigns Resulting in Triple Digit Increase in Sales. Created sales increases of 465%, 150%, and 1500%, at two national distributors and key specialty wholesalers respectively by implementing consistent integrated marketing programs, developed client relationships, and streamlined supply chain operations. • Developed Successful Promotion, Closing Revenue Gap. Created first-of-its-kind Costco promotion, increasing revenues $1.3M. Recognized with Making the Year Award. • Solved Operations Issues, Repaired Client Relationships, and Added Revenue. Increased sales at key international distributor by 120% in five months by reviewing international supply chain operations and making changes in forecasting, production prioritization, inventory management, product mix, and business performance. My Specialties:+Sales Management +Strategic Planning +Customer, Partner, and Client Relations +Marketing and Brand Strategy +Entrepreneur Mindset +Growing Start-Up and Emerging Organizations +Statistical & Market Analysis +Process Improvements +Channel Sales, Distributor Management

Experience

1. Real Estate Broker Associate

   Homesmart Realty Group

   May 2020 — Present · Boulder, CO, US

   As a top 20% highest rated Pro+ Agent Nationally, my first priority is helping homeowners and investors achieve their real estate aspirations. Whether you are looking to buy, sell, or invest in residential or commercial real estate your time is valuable! I use a consultative approach learned from two decades as an award-winning sales and marketing professional at various Fortune 100 companies in the music & publishing industries working with some of the world’s most iconic bands, and selling to the world\'s largest retailers. Combining my corporate experience with market trends, data, technology & knowledge provides clients with a professional approach to real estate transactions. Every client and their goals are different therefore I give everyone individual attention and guidance to create a seamless experience. I make real estate easy!

Education

• University of Warwick, Coventry, England

  Shakespeare

• Central Michigan University

  MA, Speech Communication, Broadcasting, & Cinematic Arts

• Colorado State University

  MBA, Executive MBA Program

• The University of Toledo

  BA, Speech Communication