Motivated business professional bringing 7 years of experience as an owner/operator in a residential HVAC company and over 30 years in the HVAC industry. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Tradewinds Heating & Air Conditioning Inc.
06.2017 - Current
As a Co Owner of the business I/We created a new business from the ground up into a 5 Star Google rated business.
Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
Established a loyal customer base through personal experience from the initial visit wether it be from a sales call or service call. Our philosophy is to treat each customer as if they were a family member with courtesy, respect, and honesty.
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
Improved customer satisfaction rates by prioritizing client needs and addressing concerns promptly.
Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
Worked with marketing teams to create print and online advertisements to bring in new customers.
Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged employee retention, professional development opportunities, and open communication channels.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Comfort Advisor
Bethke Heating And Air Conditioning
05.2014 - 04.2017
Tracked market and industry trends, regulations and practices through trade shows and publications.
Helped customers navigate choices between services with support for questions such as terms, pricing, and availability.
Set up new contracts for products and services and coordinated transition to installation team.
Connected customers with services based on individual needs and vendor capabilities.
Facilitated seamless installations by coordinating effectively with internal teams and external contractors.
Pursued existing and potential customers by phone, email and text message to generate leads and close sales.
Promoted high level of customer satisfaction using strong relationship-building skills, consistent follow-up and prompt issue resolution.
Prepared and demonstrated [Product or Service] features and benefits to address specific customer wants and needs.
Used consultative sales approach to understand and meet customer needs.
Maintained closing rate over 50% with dedicated prospecting and exceptional customer relations skills.
Continuously improved product knowledge and expertise, keeping abreast of industry trends and technological advancements to better serve clients'' needs.
Achieved high levels of client retention due to exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to create a positive rapport from the first interaction.
Increased customer satisfaction by providing personalized comfort solutions based on individual needs and preferences.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Comfort Advisor
Landmark Heating And Cooling (NKA Alcivia)
05.2008 - 06.2014
This job description is the same as the position at Bethke Heating and Air Conditioning.
Education
No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
University of Wisconsin - La Crosse
La Crosse, WI
Skills
Customer Service Management
Organizational Structuring
Marketing Strategy Development
Employee reviews
Logistics
Order picking and processing
Schedule Management
Vehicle Maintenance
Hiring and Onboarding
Sales Promotion
Performance Evaluation and Monitoring
Dependable and reliable
Delegating Work
Teamwork and Collaboration
Strategic Planning
Business Leadership
Special Promotions Planning
Marketing Strategies
Sales negotiation
Product Promotion
Team Leadership
Inventory Control
Process Improvements
Scheduling
Mechanical Knowledge
Negotiation
Relationship Management
Business marketing
Staff Scheduling
Strong Work Ethic
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Tradewinds Heating & Air Conditioning Inc.
06.2017 - Current
Comfort Advisor
Bethke Heating And Air Conditioning
05.2014 - 04.2017
Comfort Advisor
Landmark Heating And Cooling (NKA Alcivia)
05.2008 - 06.2014
No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
University of Wisconsin - La Crosse
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