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GREGORY PEEL

Grand Blanc

Summary

Results-oriented IT Account Executive with over 5 years of experience in building and maintaining strategic relationships with C-level executives. Proven track record of exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth in the technology sector. Adept at identifying client needs, developing tailored solutions, and delivering exceptional customer service. Continuously seeks opportunities for professional development and learning. US Veteran with a strong work ethic, discipline, and dedication to mission success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Blue Ribbon BBQ LLC
04.2024 - Current
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.

IT Conference Account Executive

Gartner
02.2022 - 02.2024

Experienced in sales, relationship-building, and revenue growth within the technology sector, adept at meeting and exceeding client expectations.

  • Cultivated strong relationships with C-Level and IT executives, serving as a trusted advisor, and effectively aligning offerings with their business objectives. 
  • Surpassed annual sales quota ($800,000+) by a significant margin of 120% achieving exclusive Gartner Winner Circle honors. 
  • Proactively identified and pursued net new leads referrals, consistently expanding the client base through effective prospecting strategies resulting in over 11% in added revenue.
  •  Mentored and internally promoted successful company sales and account management staff into leadership positions to drive company growth.

Store Manager

Brinker Inc.
06.2020 - 12.2021
  • Improved store status by implementing kitchen process improvements and identifying common errors resulting in 20% reduction in returned items. 
  • Reduced staff turnover rate from 40% to 13% during global pandemic. Increased store profits by 5% YOY. 
  • Consistently top 2/10 location in region in guest satisfaction.

Store Manager

Landry's Inc.
04.2016 - 04.2020
  • Maximized profit and revenue by facilitating a 6% ($340,000) sales increase with a 30% flow-through for 2019.
  •  Led coaching of new management training program designed to ramp up execution in role. 
  • Oversaw recruiting, hiring, scheduling and discipline for the service team of 30-50 employees.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Oakland CC
Royal Oak, MI
01-2016

Skills

  • Prospecting and Business Development
  • Training and Development
  • Operational Improvement
  • Sales Presentations
  • Strategic Account Development
  • Sales Territory Growth
  • Written and Verbal Communication Skills
  • CRM (Salesforce)

Timeline

Operations Manager

Blue Ribbon BBQ LLC
04.2024 - Current

IT Conference Account Executive

Gartner
02.2022 - 02.2024

Store Manager

Brinker Inc.
06.2020 - 12.2021

Store Manager

Landry's Inc.
04.2016 - 04.2020

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Oakland CC
GREGORY PEEL