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Candice Ward is a brand strategist, food photographer, and digital content creator who helps food and hospitality brands grow through compelling visual storytelling and performance-driven marketing. She has produced branded campaigns, recipes, photography, and video content for companies including Eagle Brand Milk, Crisco, SafewayChocolate, Joy Cone Co., Land O’ Lakes, and more.
With a 10 year background in sales and marketing, Candice combines creative content with strategic thinking to help brands increase visibility, engagement, and revenue through modern digital marketing.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Client Development Executive - Key Accounts at SAP Concur
January 1, 2019 - September 30, 2019Achieved 90% quota in the first month; managed key accounts and partnered with internal teams to drive growth.
Regional Sales Executive - Small Business at SAP Concur
November 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018Achieved 135% quota in Q1 2017 and 103% in Q2 2017; Eagle Award for 120% quarterly quota; 2017 Presidents Club – Top 30% in the company.
Founder at Eat More Cake by Candice
July 1, 2016 - PresentDevelop and execute digital campaigns, including recipe content, video, and brand storytelling to drive awareness and engagement across Instagram, Pinterest, and email.
Territory Manager at Salix Pharmaceuticals
April 1, 2014 - August 31, 2015Managed sales, marketing, and budget for a territory with 300+ accounts; delivered 134% growth in Q3 and 300% growth in Q4 2014; ranked in the top 10% region in 2014; finished in the top 5% nationally in Q1 2015; selected to participate in a leadership program and mentored new sales reps.
Sales Representative at Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.
December 1, 2011 - April 30, 2014Developed and maintained relationships with key medical personnel using a consultative solution-based approach to increase volume and market share; analyzed market trends and prescribing data to identify growth opportunities; effectively managed territory with quarterly business plans; promoted a new product launched within 2 months (top 30%); created and delivered presentations at National Sales Meetings; participated on FY 2013 Leadership Task Force; mentored new hires in Oregon.
Account Executive at Odyssey Hospice
March 1, 2011 - September 30, 2011Called on physicians, hospitals, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and senior living settings to open new accounts and promote hospice referrals; planned territory revenue, referrals, and admissions; liaised between clinical staff and customers to resolve problems; organized territory management according to market/territory sales plan.
Accounts Manager at Maxim Healthcare Services
February 1, 2010 - March 31, 2011Built and maintained relationships with key referral decision makers including hospital staff, physicians, and ALF communities; negotiated and expanded an existing contract with a state-funded program; developed profitable marketing and operational strategies resulting in revenue growth; achieved top 15% in sales growth for 3 consecutive quarters; hired and developed 3 internal staff (recruiters and personnel coordinators).
Education
Bachelor of Arts and Sciences - International Relations at University of San Diego
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2008Minor in Business Administration at University of San Diego
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026Qualifications
National Society of Collegiate Scholars - Honors Society
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026Study Abroad Program - Mexico and Spain
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 20261st Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026Launched Photography & Coaching Business
July 1, 2016 - March 6, 2026Industry Experience
Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
Experience Level
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