Erik Ackerson

• Identified and pursued new business opportunities for the company.
• Developed and maintained relationships with key clients and partners.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement business development strategies.
• Prepared and delivered sales presentations and proposals to prospective clients.
• Achieved and exceeded sales and revenue targets.

Skills: Sales, Communication, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis

• Responsible for data collection, research, and information compilation for transportation and hazard mitigation initiatives.
• My expertise includes crafting transportation plans, managing planning projects, securing FEMA funding, and coordinating transportation grants, and traffic studies.
• I also lead public engagements, fostering productive discussions within civic and community settings to drive informed decision-making and progress.
• Skills: Government Liaison, Project Planning, Public Relations, Project Management, Community Development.

• In my role as a Public Information Officer at the Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency (VITEMA), I honed my skills in crisis management and strategic public relations.
• I expanded the ALERT VI mass communications network by 50% to reach over 20,000 subscribers.
• Designed an interactive website, improved internal and external communications, and became the primary spokesperson for the organization.

Skills: Government Liaison, Media Strategy, Business Relationship Management, Teamwork, Interpersonal Communication, Analytical Skills, Public Speaking, Presentation Skills, Problem Solving, Crisis Management.

• Effectively managed the US Virgin Islands branch, growing the client base by 20% and ensuring compliance with labor, gross receipts, and government reports.
• Proficient in daily interest rate management and mark-to-market position reporting.

Skills: Strategy, Business Relationship Management, Teamwork, Internal Communications, Stakeholder Management, Marketing, Project Management, Corporate Communications, and Presentation Skills.