One big selling point of Vector Marketing, the direct sales firm that markets Cutco Cutlery (I used to be involved myself quite a long time ago), is that the training given to their thousands of sales representatives is universally appreciated and when included on a resume, demands respect. I’ll admit it – I was a skeptic at first. Maybe it’s because I wasn’t sold on the price point of the product or I wasn’t cut out for sales (yeah, that’s probably it) but the Vector methodology just didn’t mesh well with my personality and my sales record clearly reflected that. I realize that sales is a career that requires a lot of ambition and confidence and that’s just something I didn’t have a whole lot of when I was just 17 years of age.

That doesn’t mean it doesn’t work for others though. Campus Relations Manager for Vector Marketing, Cadence Barr, was presented the “Most Valuable Person 2008” award last year from the Mountain/Pacific Association of Colleges and Employers (MPACE). This prestigious award is presented each year to one employer and one career center person, recognizing their significant contribution to their organization. The skills that Vector Marketing has ingrained in Cady (interpersonal relations, directed rapport and self-confidence) are the same set of skills that have set her apart from competition and helped her win this award.

“I feel honored to receive this award from MPACE. I have benefited personally and professionally from my involvement with the organization. Vector Marketing has always been dedicated to helping college students develop the business skills they will need to succeed in their future careers,” said Barr upon receiving the award.