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As a sales analyst with Consonus for over three years, Stephanie Rebain can normally be seen staring at a spreadsheet, crunching numbers for renewals, revenue, and just about anything else that needs calculating for the Consonus sales team, manufacturing partners, and vendors. Based in our Charlotte office, Stephanie works closely with account executives, managers, and directors to provide accurate sales forecasting, weekly detailed sales reports, and tracking for sales contents, spiffs, and other incentive programs.

“I love math puzzles,” says Stephanie. “Building repeatable processes and solving problems is my strength — it’s what I love to do. And the chance to work with great people both inside and outside of Consonus is very gratifying. I am blessed to be able to do all of this at Consonus. It may sound corny, but I really do love my job.”

Not only is Stephanie a numbers geek, but she can make a mean cobbler over an open campfire and teach you how to cook a complete dinner in a cardboard box thanks to her extensive scout training and genuine love of the outdoors.

Outside of work, Stephanie leads a very active life with two children, one in middle school and one just about to hit college. She finds peace in the open air where she enjoys hiking, camping, kayaking, canoeing, whitewater rafting…well just about anything outside.

Her philosophy is simple, “There is way too much to discover in this world. Never quit learning and pushing yourself both professionally and personally.”

Words to live by, Stephanie. Thanks!

Affectionately known around Consonus as the “cattle herder,” Marketing Programs Manager Chris Kirchner is responsible for all Consonus events related to customers and partners as well as campaigns and projects that include National Sales Meetings, Awards banquets, and special incentive events. He coordinates over 100+ events and campaigns each year while providing project management assistance to various departments.

A Consonus employee for over five years, Chris enjoys what he does and it shows. “Trying to get everyone headed in the same direction is not an easy task. But I love my job because at the end of the day, if I have done my job well, the end result is something that creates more awareness and a positive experience. The favorite part of my job is helping people clearly identify what is needed — building strategies, executing plans, and achieving goals. Having a part in the early development of marketing programs gives me a real opportunity to add my expertise to help make each project a success.”

Chris moved to Charlotte in 1989 from Dallas, Texas and has an extensive background in events planning and marketing campaigns. Prior to Consonus, Chris worked for Momentum Marketing World Wide, managing the Lowe’s Home Improvement “How To” clinics in over 1000 stores throughout the country. While in this role, Chris helped Lowe’s identify and secure “special interest” clinic alliances with national sponsors like Habitat for Humanity.

Early in his career, Chris had the rare opportunity to work with MTV-Networks in New York City (and boy does he have some stories to tell). After moving to North Carolina, he worked with the Muscular Dystrophy Association as a fundraising program manager covering the Carolinas and Georgia where he was responsible for sponsorship recruitment and coordination of large events such as golf tournaments, galas, city-wide fundraising projects and even producing the local Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon on WSOC-TV.

When he’s not working, you can find Chris testing out a new recipe or entertaining the locals. A self-proclaimed “foodie,” he is a master in the kitchen. Need something yummy for everyday or unique for that special occasion?  Chris is your go-to guy. He’s sure to have a recipe, or two, or three, to satisfy even the pickiest of taste buds. His signature dish, Risotto with pancetta and spring peas is simply divine!

Oh and Tux, his miniature schnauzer, would definitely agree…not only does he get the leftovers, but Chris cooks gourmet burgers, steak, and chicken especially for his little guy — he probably eats better than most of us!