Kristen Hawkins has a diverse and extensive work experience in various industries. Kristen'smost recent position is as the Director of Business Development at Adams Outdoor Advertising, which they have held since 2021. Prior to that, they worked as an Area Sales Manager at CarNow from 2019 to 2020, exceeding monthly sales quotas and securing new business. From 2016 to 2019, they were a Senior Marketing Consultant at iHeartMedia, where they consistently surpassed sales goals and ranked #1 in new business development. Kristen also held the same role at Apex Broadcasting from 2012 to 2015, where they consistently exceeded sales goals, ranked #1 in new business development, and penetrated new market segments. Before that, they were a Publisher at Morris Visitor Publications, where they increased new business revenue by 40% and grew existing business by 25%. Kristen also has experience as a Sales & Marketing Manager, Retail Leasing Associate, and Account Executive in various companies, demonstrating a strong track record of exceeding sales goals, developing key accounts, and driving business growth.
Kristen Hawkins completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill between 1992 and 1994. Prior to that, they attended Hollins University from 1990 to 1992. Kristen also graduated from Page High School in an undisclosed year. Kristen holds certifications in Real Estate Sales from both the South Carolina Real Estate Commission and the North Carolina Real Estate Commission, which they obtained in 2008. Kristen also received the Sales Advantage Graduate certification, although the details of when and where they obtained it are unknown.
January, 2021 - present