Michelle Laud Bche

Michelle Laud has a strong background in sales and account management, with a focus on the chemicals and plastics industry. Michelle is currently working as a National Sales Manager at Cosmo Films, where they are responsible for national sales operations. Prior to that, they worked as an Account Specialist at Nitto Americas, where they managed key accounts and achieved sales targets.

Michelle also has experience in executive search and recruitment. Michelle worked as a Sr. Search Executive at Boaz Partners, LLC, specializing in talent solutions for the chemicals and plastics industry. Michelle provided customized recruitment solutions to clients and conducted market intelligence research.

Before their work in executive search, Michelle held the role of Engineering Sales Manager at Philadelphia Mixing Solutions, Ltd and Mixing Solutions Limited. Michelle focused on selling project-based solutions to major engineering contractors, building relationships to increase project pipeline.

Michelle has also worked as a National Sales & Key Account Manager at VIBAC Canada Inc., developing new business and managing key accounts in the specialty film segment. Michelle was responsible for sales and marketing development in North America, including in-person presentations, trade show participation, and technical support.

Earlier in their career, Michelle was a Sales Manager at SKC Inc., where they successfully grew account sales of specialty shrink film to flexible packaging converters and brand owners. Michelle drove product demand and expanded the sales portfolio through market research and persuasion of senior management.

Overall, Michelle Laud brings a wealth of experience in sales, account management, and recruitment, with a specific focus on the chemicals and plastics industry.

Michelle Laud received their Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of South Carolina, where they attended from 1995 to 2000. Michelle then pursued their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in General Studies at Wake Forest University School of Business from 2002 to 2004. In addition to their formal education, Michelle has obtained several certifications. These include "Excel Formulas and Functions Quick Tips" from LinkedIn, obtained in September 2020; "Business Development: Strategic Planning" from LinkedIn, obtained in August 2020; "Soft Skills for Sales Professionals" from LinkedIn, obtained in August 2020; "Developing a Competitive Strategy" from LinkedIn, obtained in January 2019; and "Motivating and Engaging Employees" from LinkedIn, obtained in January 2019.