Summer Tillman
About Summer Tillman
Summer Tillman is a Business Development Associate at REEF Technology, with a background in customer account management, sales, and media relations. She has over eight years of experience in various roles, including freelance copyediting and consulting at East Carolina University.
Current Role at REEF Technology
Summer Tillman serves as a Business Development Associate at REEF Technology, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she operates within the Greater Atlanta Area, contributing to the company's strategic growth initiatives. Her responsibilities include identifying new business opportunities and fostering relationships with potential partners. This position allows her to leverage her background in customer relations and marketing to enhance REEF's business development efforts.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Before joining REEF Technology, Summer Tillman worked at American Honda Finance Corporation as an Early Customer Account Representative for seven months in 2018. This role involved managing customer accounts and providing support to enhance customer satisfaction. Additionally, she gained experience in sales as a Sales Associate at Pacific Sunwear in 2016, where she developed skills in customer engagement and sales strategies.
Education and Expertise
Summer Tillman earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication with a concentration in Journalism from East Carolina University, completing her studies from 2014 to 2018. Her academic background supports her expertise in media relations, particularly in art and entertainment media management. She also possesses strong skills in writing, marketing, and social media, which she applies in her current and freelance roles.
Freelance Work and Media Experience
In addition to her role at REEF Technology, Summer Tillman works as a freelance copyeditor. Her media experience includes positions at Pirate Media 1, where she served as a Copy Editor for The Hook and as an Editor for Expressions Literary Magazine. She also hosted a radio show at WZMB 91.3, further enhancing her skills in communication and media management.
Work History at East Carolina University
Summer Tillman has a significant history of employment at East Carolina University. She has worked as a University Writing Center Consultant since 2016, providing support to students in their writing endeavors. Her previous roles at the university include serving as a Staff Writer for ECU News Services and as an Event Assistant at the Mendenhall Center, where she contributed to various university initiatives.