Karen Beltethon

Karen Beltethon

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๐Ÿ’ผ CEO @ Upgrade Resources | Masterโ€™s in Psychology ๐Ÿค Connecting Talent & Opportunity
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  • Upgrade Resources
    Chief Executive Officer
    Upgrade Resources
    May 2025 - Current (7 months)
    โ€ข Spearheaded the growth of Upgrade Resources, a boutique recruiting agency, by implementing a high-touch, personalized service model. โ€ข Cultivated strong relationships with clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies, ensuring alignment with their culture and hiring needs. โ€ข Successfully filled over 150 niche roles, resulting in a 30% increase in client satisfaction and retention rates.
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    Chief Executive Officer
    Direct Connect
    Mar 2024 - Current (1 year 9 months)
    โ€ข Spearheaded the strategic direction of Direct Connect, enhancing home security solutions through innovative technology. โ€ข Oversaw the implementation of smart home automation and 24/7 monitoring services, tailored to client needs. โ€ข Cultivated partnerships with SafeStreets and ADT, expanding market reach and customer satisfaction.
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    Area Manager
    Partners Personnel
    Jun 2022 - May 2025 (3 years)
    โ€ข Spearheaded sales initiatives that increased revenue and expanded the client base through strategic relationship-building. โ€ข Managed the end-to-end recruitment process, achieving a significant reduction in time-to-fill while enhancing client satisfaction. โ€ข Directed a high-performing team across multiple locations, fostering collaboration and improving productivity.
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    Selling Branch Manager
    Automation Personnel Services Inc
    Jan 2019 - Jun 2022 (3 years 6 months)
    โ€ข Spearheaded B2B sales initiatives, focusing on cold calling and client acquisition in the light industrial staffing sector. โ€ข Successfully managed office operations while overseeing multiple clients and employees, ensuring optimal service delivery. โ€ข Achieved a remarkable 500% increase in sales within a short timeframe, establishing a strong market presence for Automation Personnel Services, Inc.
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    Director in Sales AVSX TECHNOLOGIES VECTOR SECURITY AUTHORIZED DEALER
    AVSX TECHNOLOGIES
    Nov 2015 - Jan 2019 (3 years 3 months)
    โ€ข Successfully launched and led the Outside Sales force for AVSX Technologies in the Virginia market. โ€ข Spearheaded expansion efforts into Washington DC and Maryland, establishing a strong market presence. โ€ข Achieved rapid growth, positioning the company as the top dealer for Vector Security in a short timeframe.
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    Branch Manager
    ADT Direct connect
    Jul 2014 - Nov 2015 (1 year 5 months)
    โ€ข Planned and led training sessions to enhance the professional development of a 25-member sales team. โ€ข Developed and assigned monthly sales quotas, ensuring alignment with regional sales goals. โ€ข Successfully increased branch sales volume within the first month, consistently exceeding targets.
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    Recruiter
    ADT Direct connect
    Feb 2014 - Jul 2014 (6 months)
    โ€ข Supported management in developing and implementing HR policies, enhancing operational efficiency. โ€ข Conducted thorough applicant screenings and background checks, ensuring quality hires. โ€ข Managed new hire paperwork and exit interviews, streamlining onboarding and offboarding processes. โ€ข Addressed payroll inquiries, fostering a positive employee experience at ADT Direct Connect.
  • A
    Recruiter
    ADT Direct connect
    Feb 2014 - Jul 2014 (6 months)
    โ€ข Supported management in developing and implementing HR policies, enhancing operational efficiency. โ€ข Conducted thorough applicant screenings and background checks, ensuring quality hires. โ€ข Managed new hire paperwork and exit interviews, streamlining onboarding and offboarding processes. โ€ข Addressed payroll inquiries, fostering a positive employee experience at ADT Direct Connect.
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  • Purdue University
    Master's degree, Psychology
    Purdue University
    Dec 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 1 month)
  • Purdue University
    Master's degree, PSYCHOLOGY
    Purdue University
    Jan 2020 - Jan 2022 (2 years 1 month)
  • Purdue University
    Bachelor of Science - BS, Science in Legal Support
    Purdue University
    Jan 2017 - Dec 2020 (4 years)
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