Kelly (Mc Dermott) Loedeman
About Kelly (Mc Dermott) Loedeman
Kelly Loedeman is a Senior Key Account Manager for Meijer at C.A. Fortune in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in food marketing and a commitment to transparent communication, she collaborates with a diverse range of clients to address challenges and enhance brand success.
Work at CA Fortune
Kelly Loedeman serves as the Senior Key Account Manager for Meijer at C.A. Fortune, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she works with a diverse range of clients, including both established and emerging brands. Kelly employs proactive strategies to build structures that address future obstacles and provide solutions. Her focus on transparency in communication and active feedback gathering enhances her effectiveness in managing key accounts. Prior to her current role, she was an Account Manager at C.A. Fortune from 2019 to 2021.
Education and Expertise
Kelly Loedeman studied at Western Michigan University, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Food & CPG Marketing from 2012 to 2015. She also attended Kalamazoo Valley Community College, achieving an Associate's degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies from 2009 to 2012. Her academic background laid the foundation for her expertise in food marketing, which she discovered during a Food Marketing 101 class.
Background
Before joining C.A. Fortune, Kelly worked as a Business Development Specialist at Advantage Solutions: Sales, Marketing, Technology from 2015 to 2019. She also gained experience as a Summer Intern at Kroger in 2014. Her professional journey reflects a consistent focus on sales and marketing within the food industry, particularly in the Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan area.
Achievements
Kelly Loedeman has demonstrated a commitment to seeing the success of brands beyond the shelf, particularly with retailers that resonate with her personally. She values feedback and best practices, which contribute to her effectiveness in her current role. Her passion for analyzing product packaging, including fonts and graphics during grocery store visits, showcases her dedication to understanding market trends and consumer preferences.