Sara Larsen

About Sara Larsen

I am a dedicated market coordinator with a strong background in planning and executing…

Experience

1. Community Market Coordinator & Executive Assistant

   Commerce Bank

   Apr 2012 — Present · Bloomington/Normal, IL, US

   Primary liaison for community engagement, coordinating volunteer initiatives and partnerships with local non-profits to strengthen brand presence.• Plan, manage, and execute internal and customer-facing events, including webinars, community outreach, and corporate functions.• Oversee event logistics including venue selection, vendor coordination, catering, A/V setup, guest speakers, and promotional materials.• Process Illinois charitable donation requests through Blackbaud, averaging over 100 submissions annually.• Lead marketing efforts, collaborating with vendors on branded merchandise, event giveaways, and promotional campaigns.• Provide administrative support to the President, including calendar management, meeting coordination, and internal communications.• Coordinate executive-level meetings, ensuring agendas, materials, and follow-ups are delivered with precision.• Facilitate employee training on LinkedIn usage and internal Champion platform to enhance professional branding.• Prepare and present quarterly Board materials, offering onsite technical support and ensuring presentation readiness.• Champion process improvements by identifying inefficiencies, designing workflows, and implementing streamlined solutions.• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders to support business goals.• Act as Brand Advocate and Tier One Marketing Support for the Illinois market—submitting logos, print and video ad requests, and assisting with internal contract processes for marketing initiatives.