Kristina K. Arden

Experience

1. Marketing Director Business Development Coordinator (December 2021 - Present)

   Emc Planning Group

   Dec 2021 — Present · Monterey, CA, US

   Achievement: Expanded business reach throughout Northern and Central California from Humboldt County to Ventura County by winning numerous RFP/RFQ bid opportunities.• Source bid opportunities from public agencies for land-use planning and environmental planning and compliance services (CEQA/NEPA).• Coordinate communication with subconsultant and procure subconsultant qualifications.• Author and submit statements of qualifications and proposals to governmental and private clients.• Facilitate pre-proposal meetings with in-house planners and outside technical subconsultants.• Assist planners and project managers with preparation of PowerPoint presentations for interviews.•Proofread submissions to ensure compliance with all requirements prior to deadlines.• Track bid opportunities utilizing CRM platform for efficient management.• Design marketing materials, presentations, and community engagement content using Adobe programs (InDesign, Illustrator, and Express), and Canva.•Develop and maintain company website via WordPress for enhanced online presence.• Coordinate booth operations at industry trade shows to maximize visibility.• Craft engaging social media posts for platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Education

• University of California, Davis

  Bachelor's Degree, Anthropology & East Asian Studies

  1993 — 1998

• Stanford University

  Professional Development Certificate, Energy Innovation and Emerging Technologies Certificate

  2020

• University of San Francisco

  Master of Arts (M.A.), Asia Pacific Studies

  1998 — 2000

Skills

• Community Outreach
• Japanese to English Translation
• Politics
• Google Apps
• Volunteer Management
• Training
• Policy
• Branding & Identity
• Powerpoint
• Solar Energy
• Solar Pv
• Social Media
• Speech Writing
• Japanese Business Culture
• Project Planning
• Intercultural Communication
• Press Releases
• Teaching
• Time Management
• English
• Event Planning
• Corporate Communications
• Public Policy
• Product Marketing
• Microsoft Office
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Brand Awareness
• Translation
• Program Management
• Curriculum Design
• Japanese
• Event Management
• Networking
• International Relations
• Renewable Energy
• Government
• Nonprofits
• Newsletters
• Editing
• Analysis