Andrew Grant
Cornelius
Summary
Relationship-focused professional with extensive experience in sales, client management, and memory care. Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Addiction Counseling at Grand Canyon University (GPA: 3.2) while serving as a Life Enrichment Coordinator in Memory Care. Skilled in documentation, care planning, relationship building, group facilitation, and creating meaningful engagement experiences for diverse populations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Enrichment Coordinator – Memory Care
The Pines at Davidson
Charlotte, NC
02.2026 - Current
- Plan and facilitate daily cognitive, social, recreational, and therapeutic activities for residents living with dementia and related memory conditions.
- Complete resident documentation and activity charting in accordance with community and regulatory standards.
- Participate in interdisciplinary care planning meetings and contribute to individualized resident care plans.
- Collaborate with nursing staff, families, and care teams to support residents' well-being and engagement.
Stay-at-Home Parent
Charlotte, NC
04.2024 - Current
- Managed daily household operations, including scheduling, budgeting, and logistics.
- Designed and implemented educational and developmental activities for a young child to foster problem-solving and creativity.
- Coordinated multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously, strengthening time management and organizational skills.
- Applied interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills in high-pressure, dynamic situations.
Account Executive II
NerdWallet
Scottsdale, AZ
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed key client relationships, guiding small business owners to optimal loan options.
- Collaborated with lenders to identify opportunities, serving as a liaison between lenders and clients.
- Led onboarding and mentoring for new hires, ensuring team readiness.
- Consistently exceeded monthly sales metrics and quotas.
Strategic Growth Executive
DoorDash
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Drove revenue growth by managing relationships with merchants and identifying new opportunities.
- Delivered quarterly business reviews to restaurant group owners, highlighting operational improvements.
- Trained, onboarded, and mentored junior team members to strengthen team performance.
- Surpassed quarterly sales metrics consistently.
Senior Account Executive
Nextiva
01.2020 - 11.2021
- Prospected SMBs and mid-market companies, selling cloud-based communication solutions.
- Engaged with C-Suite executives to close complex deals from initiation to completion.
- Achieved 123% of FY 2020 quota; promoted to Senior Account Executive in February 2021.
Account Executive
Killerspin LLC
02.2018 - 12.2019
- Built and managed relationships with key clients and consulted on customized product solutions.
- Exceeded FY 2018 sales quota and surpassed YTD 2019 targets.
- Streamlined onboarding of 4 sales and customer service team members, improving team efficiency.
Research Associate
Stax Inc.
03.2017 - 02.2018
- Conducted due diligence interviews with C-Suite executives for M&A projects.
- Analyzed client data to identify potential investment opportunities.
- Managed 4–10 concurrent projects, consistently meeting deadlines and quality standards.
HSSL Learning Technology Outside Sales Representative
McGraw-Hill Higher Education
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Managed $2.3M sales quota across 13 universities in Arizona.
- Increased territory revenue from $140K to $440K YoY by driving adoption of digital platforms.
- Delivered in-person and virtual training to ensure effective adoption and retention.
K-12 Inside Sales Representative
Pearson Education
10.2013 - 08.2015
- Managed $2.4M sales quota across Colorado and Utah school districts.
- Exceeded annual quota by 23%, earning the 2014 Summit Award.
- Ranked in the top 2% of 40+ representatives nationally.
Education
Master of Science - Addiction Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ02-2027
B.S. - Film & Media Studies (Screenwriting)
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2013
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Innovation and creativity
- Activity coordination
- Assessment and evaluation
Timeline
Life Enrichment Coordinator – Memory Care
The Pines at Davidson
02.2026 - Current
Stay-at-Home Parent
04.2024 - Current
Account Executive II
NerdWallet
10.2023 - 04.2024
Strategic Growth Executive
DoorDash
11.2021 - 05.2023
Senior Account Executive
Nextiva
01.2020 - 11.2021
Account Executive
Killerspin LLC
02.2018 - 12.2019
Research Associate
Stax Inc.
03.2017 - 02.2018
HSSL Learning Technology Outside Sales Representative
McGraw-Hill Higher Education
08.2015 - 08.2016
K-12 Inside Sales Representative
Pearson Education
10.2013 - 08.2015
B.S. - Film & Media Studies (Screenwriting)
Arizona State University
Master of Science - Addiction Counseling
Grand Canyon University