Expertise:
Operations management; Shipping production management; client management
Major Product/SVS:
Quality chemicals, lens and mechanical products to welding-supply distributors and wholesalers domestically and internationally
Hobbies/Sports:
Spending Time with her Two Children Ages Six and Eight, Hiking with her Family, Watching her Children Play Sports, Volunteering as a Team Mom
Education Degrees:
Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Vanderbilt University (1995); Coursework, The University of Georgia
Affiliations Awards:
Co-chairwoman, Member Services, GAWDA
Charity:
Active Volunteer, Various Donations, Advocates for Children
Number Of Years In Profession:
16
Number Of Years In Current Position:
4
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her foundation of integrity.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession after graduating from college and obtaining a job in the telecommunications market as a sales liaison, of which she loved the high-pressure energy of her environment to create a positive resolution.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Milligan spent 10 years in the wireless telecommunications project development industry, of which she was responsible for navigating land acquisitions, government zoning, managing real estate contracts and overseeing product management. She now utilizes her management and operational skills in the manufacturing industry.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Leading and supporting the east coast distributor sales team; Creating and managing business with West Coast Distributors; Overseeing national sales for more than 600 distributors nationwide; Managing 17 employees; Handling all customer service, price files, delivery and shipping issues; Marketing through product re-branding, re-positioning in digital and print media, and cross-channel selling; Creating a solid network of relationships for business growth by promoting the highest standard of quality products and services; Making and creating synergy between multiple moving parts
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Milligan intends to own and operate her own business.