- Fort Mill, SC
Hello, I'm Mike Mcbride Marketing Manager for Industrial Test Systems (ITS) and Tiger World in the Charlotte, NC area.
Mike McBride's Bio:
Mike McBride's Experience:
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Marketing Manager at Hexstream Media
January 2004 - January 2007⢠Provided key marketing, communications, and strategic planning to establish growing client base ⢠Responsible for sales cycle, including lead generation, prospecting, and closing activities ⢠Facilitated meeting with largest client and eventual company buyer
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Webmaster / Systems Manager at UMI Publications, Inc.
August 2003 - January 2007IT Manager / Exchange Administrator ⢠Managed a 35 node Macintosh, Windows98, Windows XP, & Windows 2000 Server based network ⢠Responsible for Web maintenance and migration from development to production ⢠Developed and adapted new products and technologies, such as direct-to-plate and PDF flow ⢠Pushed critical Windows and Office updates using SUS ⢠Updated drivers and firmware on all servers ⢠Installed Linksys wireless network with relay (access) points ⢠Performed root-cause analysis on problem servers and desktops/laptops ⢠Provided daily administration of SQL Server 2000 database ⢠Supplied training to staff with some technical documentation ⢠Responsible for fixing/upgrading desktop computers, servers, and laptops ⢠Developed disaster recovery plan ⢠Oversaw installation of full t1 high speed line ⢠Oversaw new website design and implentation
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Publication Manager at FrontDoor Communications
January 2003 - August 2003⢠Managed all production, marketing and Internet efforts for startup magazine ⢠Designed and created promotional materials for the sales department ⢠Developed advertising and marketing strategies ⢠Implemented an in-house distribution program complimenting traditional circulation programs ⢠Fostered and maintained relationships and affiliations with key clients and advertisers ⢠Analyzed economic conditions, business trends, and potential markets ⢠Conferred with artists, photographers, and other specialists to select media vehicles and estimate costs
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Webmaster at Osprey
January 2000 - April 2002⢠Responsibilities included budget development, annual operational planning and management of marketing communications teams ⢠Re-designed corporate Internet site to align user interface and functionality with branding, public relations and market intelligence requirements for the corporation as it entered pre-IPO phase of its life cycle ⢠Responsible for search engine optimization ⢠Redesigned corporate Intranet site to communicate information more effectively, saving the company thousands of dollars in lost time ⢠Established corporate publication standards for web display of font, logo use and related indicia ⢠Worked with IT, marketing and sales teams to develop processes to implement new technologies ⢠Responsible for organizing charity efforts, including Camp Care 5k Run for children
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Graphic Designer at UMI Publications, Inc
October 1993 - December 1999⢠Project Manager and designer for various NASCAR publications, managing multiple projects under tight deadlines ⢠Specified, purchased and maintained all computer and related equipment. ⢠Designed and concepted company advertising including: all mailing pieces, marketing/promotional materials, special editorial and advertising sections, letterhead and posters ⢠Art directed all product photoshoots and approved all blueline and four color pieces
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Director of Marketing at Tiger World
February 2007Tiger World is a non-profit animal conservation center dedicated to rescue, rehabilitation, education and preservation of exotic animals. ⢠Developed and maintained Tiger Worldâs corporate website as well as design new sites for projects as needed. ⢠Incorporated a successful Social Media campaign increasing attendance at Tiger World while raising awareness of our cause world-wide. ⢠Identify areas of growth. ⢠Concept and design print material for marketing purposes; business cards, flyers, banners, labels, product identity, and catalog covers. ⢠Repair and install software to companiesâ computers and peripherals as needed.
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Marketing Director / Social Media Manager / IT Manager at Industrial Test Systems
February 2007Industrial Test Systems, Inc. (ITS), is a international manufacturer of instruments and chemistries designed to test water quality parameters. ITS services numerous industries and is a full service organization comprised of research & development, manufacturing, distribution, sales, and marketing. Responsibilities: ⢠Design all paid advertisements and press releases ⢠Oversee Marketing department team ⢠Project management of new products ⢠Manage advertisements and materials for all 40 trade show exhibitions worldwide. ⢠Build relationships with trade publications ⢠Design and maintain corporate identity and image ⢠Design all printed brochures and sales materials and product packaging ⢠Handle all company I.T. duties ⢠Handle all social media direction and tools ⢠Evaluate generated sales leads to establish the effectiveness of advertising campaigns ⢠Review market conditions and react to changing market demands ⢠Design and execute promotional campaigns ⢠Refer new product ideas, generated by market demand and trend, to R&D ⢠Research competitors and identify new strategies
Mike McBride's Education:
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Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
1988 – 1993BFA -
Allegany Central High School
1984 – 1988BSConcentration: Advertising / Art
Mike McBride's Interests & Activities:
My Family Autism awareness, Marketing, Social Media, Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres
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