Maria Forero

Maria Forero

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Helping IT leaders find the right talent and/or solution - fast, flexible and cost effective. Passionate about Nearshore IT Outsourcing.
Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
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  • SupplierGateway
    Account Executive
    SupplierGateway
    Jun 2026 - Current (5 months)
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    Sales Development Representative
    Spheric
    Dec 2025 - May 2026 (6 months)
    • Built outbound prospecting processes from scratch within a fast-paced AI hiring startup environment.
    • Generated pipeline through high-volume cold calling, LinkedIn outreach, personalized email campaigns, and multi-channel prospecting strategies.
    • Scheduled 12 demos during the first month while exceeding the standard quota of 2 meetings.
    • Consistently achieved quota through an average of 400 outbound dials daily using Orum.
  • Apollo.io
    Account Executive SMB
    Apollo.io
    Jun 2025 - Dec 2025 (7 months)
    • Managed the full SMB sales cycle from prospecting and discovery through demos, follow-ups, contract generation, and closing.
    • Conducted an average of 30–40 product demos weekly while managing active pipeline and client communications.
    • Achieved 150% quota attainment during the first month in the AE role.
    • Converted qualified opportunities into new business through consultative product recommendations.
  • Apollo.io
    Customer Advocate
    Apollo.io
    Apr 2024 - Jul 2025 (1 year 4 months)
    • Consistently exceeded monthly sales quota of $55,000 USD, regularly achieving between 100–150% attainment.
    • Managed multiple inbound sales conversations simultaneously while delivering strong customer experience.
    • Supported account growth through seat upgrades, onboarding support, and account expansion.
    • Promoted internally to SMB Account Executive based on consistent overperformance and sales results.
  • Team International
    IT Specialist
    Team International
    Jul 2023 - Apr 2024 (10 months)
    • Generated qualified pipeline for IT staffing services through outbound prospecting and automated multi-channel campaigns.
    • Built prospecting workflows using Apollo, integrating email outreach, LinkedIn engagement, and cold calling strategies.
    • Consistently achieved quota by identifying and qualifying high-intent prospects for Account Executives.
  • FullStack Labs
    Senior Business Development Representative
    FullStack Labs
    Apr 2023 - Jul 2023 (4 months)
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  • Globalization Partners
    Senior Business Development Representative
    Globalization Partners
    Nov 2021 - Mar 2023 (1 year 5 months)
    • Ranked as a top-performing BDR through consistent generation of qualified pipeline opportunities across international markets.
    • Scheduled an average of 10 qualified meetings monthly through cold calling, LinkedIn outreach, and personalized email campaigns.
    • Improved outbound engagement by implementing LinkedIn prospecting strategies within the sales process.
  • Cyberhaven
    Senior Business Development Representative
    Cyberhaven
    Nov 2020 - Nov 2021 (1 year 1 month)
    • Joined as the company’s first outsourced BDR and helped establish foundational outbound prospecting processes.
    • Implemented personalized video outreach campaigns through Vidyard, creating 20–25 customized prospecting videos daily.
    • Conducted 50–60 manual cold calls daily while sourcing prospects and generating qualified opportunities from scratch
  • The Reiter Group LLC
    Junior Recruiter
    The Reiter Group LLC
    Jan 2020 - Sep 2020 (9 months)
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    Talent Analytics Consultant
    Horsefly
    Aug 2019 - Jan 2020 (6 months)
    • Helped launch the company’s outbound sales motion as the first BDR hired by the organization.
    • Generated an average of 10 qualified meetings monthly through outbound prospecting and personalized LinkedIn video outreach.
    • Created and delivered 20–25 personalized prospecting videos daily while handling prospect qualification and AE handoff.
  • EfficientIP
    Business Development Representative
    EfficientIP
    Mar 2019 - Jul 2019 (5 months)
    • Part of a two-person BDR team supporting a highly technical cybersecurity and networking solution.
    • Generated qualified meetings through cold calling and personalized outbound email campaigns.
    • Booked 3 meetings during the first month despite operating within a niche enterprise IT market.
  • The Reiter Group LLC
    Senior Business Development Representative
    The Reiter Group LLC
    Jan 2019 - Nov 2021 (2 years 11 months)
    • Managed outbound prospecting across multiple clients and industries using cold calling, email campaigns, and custom sales cadences.
    • Created outreach templates and prospecting playbooks to improve SDR efficiency and pipeline consistency.
    • Consistently ranked as a top performer in qualified meeting generation and opportunity handoff quality.
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    Customer Service Representative
    BPO Global Services S.A.S
    Jan 2018 - Jan 2019 (1 year 1 month)
    • Managed inbound and outbound customer communications for the Simply Bridal account across calls, chats, email, and social platforms.
    • Handled approximately 15–20 inbound calls daily while coordinating bridal fitting appointments and customer support requests.
    • Maintained strong customer service and organization skills within a fast-paced environment.
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    Customer Service Representative
    DFCC S.A.S
    Apr 2017 - Jan 2018 (10 months)
    • Handled high-volume inbound taxi dispatch calls requiring speed, accuracy, and multitasking.
    • Demonstrated strong attention to detail and fast typing skills while managing back-to-back customer requests.
  • Convergys
    Technical Support Representative
    Convergys
    Dec 2016 - Mar 2017 (4 months)
    • Provided technical troubleshooting and inbound customer support for FLIR by Lorex products.
    • Supported customers through CRM systems while identifying upselling opportunities.
  • Stella & Dot Family of Brands
    Community Manager
    Stella & Dot Family of Brands
    May 2015 - Mar 2016 (11 months)
    • Managed Instagram and Facebook communications to support brand awareness and customer engagement.
    • Assisted with ambassador recruitment and online community growth initiatives
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  • Politécnico Grancolombiano
    Politécnico Grancolombiano — Bachelor's degree, Human Resources Management and Services
    Politécnico Grancolombiano
    Jan 2018 - Dec 2020 (3 years)
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