Tricia Blakney, MBA

Tricia Blakney, MBA, is an award-winning sales professional recognized for her outstanding performance as “Representative of the Year” on her team for FY25. Based in the Iowa City–Cedar Rapids area, she currently serves as a Senior Field Sales Account Representative at a medical supply company, where she manages and grows a multi-state territory of more than 2,500 customer accounts. With a proven track record of exceeding sales targets year over year, Tricia is known for her strategic approach to territory management, her ability to identify growth opportunities, and her commitment to delivering exceptional client experiences. Her work is rooted in consultative selling, leveraging data insights and relationship-building to drive sustainable revenue and customer satisfaction. With over a decade of professional experience spanning sales, administration, and project coordination, Tricia brings a well-rounded perspective to her role. She began her career in project management and sales support positions, where she developed strong operational, organizational, and client service skills. Motivated to take on a more visible, revenue-driven role, she transitioned into medical sales—a move that allowed her to fully utilize her strengths in communication and relationship development. Her ability to lead streamline processes, and resolve complex challenges has consistently contributed to improved business outcomes and long-term client partnerships. In addition to her corporate success, Tricia is an emerging entrepreneur and the founder of a growing travel brand, “Luggage Tags and Shopping Bags,” where she shares practical travel insights and smart packing strategies. Driven by her passion for travel and creativity, she has begun building a personal brand that complements her professional career, including launching an Amazon storefront. A graduate of St. Ambrose University with a background in sociology and psychology, and an MBA in Organizational Leadership from South University, Tricia combines business acumen with a deep understanding of human behavior. As she navigates new opportunities following organizational changes in her division, she remains focused on expanding both her sales career and entrepreneurial ventures with resilience, consistency, and purpose.

• South University - MBA

• Employee of the Month
• Sales Representative (Rep of the Year FY25)