Resume
linkedin.com/in/elisa-brear
Profile
Results-driven Division I NCAA team captain pursuing a career in enterprise software sales. At Lehigh University, I’ve built a strong foundation in business and technology, complemented by hands-on sales and marketing internships at Swimlane (cybersecurity) and AVS (life sciences). I excel in fast-paced, goal-driven environments where consistency, teamwork, and execution translate directly into revenue growth.
Education
2022 - 2026
Lehigh University
B.A. Graphic Design, Business Minor
GPA 3.7
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Dean’s List
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Captain, Lehigh Women’s Cross Country
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Baker Institute for Entrepreneurship Fellow
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Study Abroad: Copenhagen, Denmark
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Relevant Coursework: Entrepreneurship, Finance and Accounting, Marketing, Business Strategy, Negotiation Workshop, Statistics, Project Management
Work
Experience
May - July 2025
San Fransisco, CA
Sales and Marketing Intern
AVS Life Sciences (Consulting)
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Generated and qualified inbound leads through ICP research, SEO analysis, and CRM tracking to support
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mid-market and enterprise sales efforts
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Executed Salesforce outreach and webinar follow-ups in partnership with sales leadership
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Collaborated cross-functionally to align messaging and improve conversion
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Improved Webflow UX, reducing bounce rate by 20%
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Created sales decks and outbound LinkedIn content, driving 40% engagement growth
Oct – Dec 2024
Denver, CO
Retail Sales Associate
Anthropologie
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Consistently exceeded weekly sales goals through consultative selling
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Built lasting customer relationships and handled objections effectively
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Collaborated with management on merchandising and customer experience optimization
May – July 2024
Denver, CO
Sales and Marketing Intern
Swimlane (Cybersecurity Company)
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Used Salesforce and 6sense to identify target accounts and support B2B lead generation efforts
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Supported top-of-funnel pipeline through targeted campaign assets and account-based marketing initiatives
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Analyzed post-event engagement data to inform follow-up strategy and improve lead conversion
2021 – 2023
Denver, CO
Retail Sales Associate
TJ Maxx & HomeGoods
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Ranked #1 in store credit-card sign-ups by proactively engaging customers and handling objections in
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high-volume retail environment
Skills
Sales & CRM: Salesforce, 6sense, Constant Contact, Monday.com​
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AI & Productivity: ChatGPT (research, messaging, workflow support)
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Marketing & Design: Webflow, SEMrush, Adobe Suite, Figma, Canva
Core Skills: Lead Qualification, Account Research, Objection Handling, Time Management, Collaboration
Leadership & Volunteer
Experience
Captain | Lehigh Women’s Cross Country
Aug 2024 – Present
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Lead team communications, logistics, and goal-setting for 25+ student-athletes​
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Foster an inclusive culture, mentoring underclassmen, and modeling accountability
Volunteer – Samaritan House, Denver
2021 – Present
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Coordinate donation drives and serve meals for residents experiencing homelessness
TIDE (DEI Leadership Program)
2023 – Present
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Lead team communications, logistics, and goal-setting for 25+ student-athletes​
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Foster an inclusive culture, mentoring underclassmen, and modeling accountability
Baker Institute Entrepreneurship Fellow
2023 – Present
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Pitched a winning farm-to-table startup concept in the Eureka Competition; conducted user research