AMANDA DEAL
St. Louis,MO
Summary
Director of Sales with over two decades of experience in driving strategic sales initiatives and fostering cross-functional partnerships. Demonstrates expertise in networking, client relations, and team leadership, consistently achieving sales targets and enhancing operational efficiency. Dedicated to cultivating high-performing teams and aligning sales objectives with broader business goals to maximize revenue and customer satisfaction.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Development Manager/Partner Account Manager
Abstrakt Marketing
St Louis, MO
11.2025 - Current
- Facilitated meetings and appointments to drive client growth initiatives.
- Oversaw a dynamic sales pipeline, ensuring efficient progression of prospects through each stage of the sales cycle.
- Conducted in-depth market research to inform strategic decisions and enhance industry understanding.
- Cultivated impactful B2B connections to identify key decision-makers.
Director of Sales
Hampton Inn by Hilton St. Louis Westport / Double Star Management
St. Louis
10.2023 - 11.2025
- Negotiated and finalized agreements for meeting space and room blocks, catering to group requirements.
- Engaged in 8 hours of weekly prospecting and networking activities to expand business reach and client base.
- Formulated and implemented strategic initiatives to drive sales performance.
- Managed recruitment processes and designed targeted training initiatives to enhance employee performance and development.
- Executed comprehensive quarterly and annual evaluations to enhance team development.
- Managed prompt responses to RFPs, achieving a turnaround time of four hours upon receipt.
- Developed and delivered proposals and presentations to effectively convey Hampton's value propositions to stakeholders.
- Fostered cross-functional partnerships across departments to align sales objectives with business goals, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Fostered a motivating work environment to enhance staff performance and support ongoing professional growth.
- Directed sales initiatives and group bookings with a focus on enhancing revenue per room occupied.
Sales Coordinator/ Sales Manager
Embassy Suites St. Charles / Atrium Hospitality
St. Charles
09.2019 - 01.2023
- Drove revenue growth by consistently meeting monthly sales objectives for meeting space and room blocks.
- Coordinated logistics and services with St. Charles Convention Center, serving as the main hotel for significant trade events.
- Dedicated one hour each day to prospecting and networking, aiming to enhance business growth.
- Tracked pipeline status meticulously while defining specific daily, weekly, and monthly objectives to maintain focus and productivity.
- Effectively managed workload to meet deadlines in a fast-paced hotel atmosphere, demonstrating commitment through extended hours when required.
- Orchestrated site visits by customizing hotel tours that highlighted meeting spaces based on client specifications. Strategically positioned staff to engage with potential clients, enhancing relationship-building opportunities. Crafted presentations that effectively showcased hotel amenities to meet client expectations.
- Led pre and post-convention meetings with key stakeholders, including general managers, assistant general managers, chefs, directors of sales, catering sales managers, banquet team managers, and front office managers to align objectives and strategies.
- Coordinated and led weekly resume and BEO meetings to ensure continuity of operations during Director of Sales' absence.
- Exceeded sales targets consistently, demonstrating strong client relationship management and driving company growth.
- Conducted daily audits of fast pay to maintain compliance and prevent financial penalties related to commission delays.
- Monitored and updated event planner points in tally each week to ensure accurate reporting.
- Created personalized welcome and thank you cards for all groups to foster appreciation and encourage referral business.
Digital Sales Executive
YP Marketing Solutions
St. Louis
09.2015 - 09.2019
- Conducted market research to attract clients in new territories.
- Utilized consultative sales strategies to effectively close both short-term and long-term sales contracts.
- Enhanced return on investment for advertising initiatives by conducting continuous analysis of performance metrics and response rates.
- Enhanced sales performance through proactive prospecting, effective networking, and strategic cold calling efforts.
- Conducted thorough needs analysis meetings to craft and present tailored media campaigns with personalized client solutions.
- Established and maintained strong client connections by conducting regular quarterly meetings.
Regional Sales Director
American Income Life Insurance Company
St. Louis
03.2009 - 09.2015
- Enhanced overall productivity by cultivating a high-performing sales team through focused recruitment, in-depth training, and individualized mentoring.
- Managed full sales operations to drive revenue growth and enhance market presence.
- Delivered polished presentations focused on benefits, driving significant revenue growth.
- Developed and managed sales funnel to optimize forecasting and goal measurement processes.
- Established monthly, quarterly, and annual performance goals for all agents.
- Implemented initiatives aimed at reducing employee turnover and promoting workplace satisfaction.
- Facilitated weekly one-on-one meetings and ride-alongs to enhance agent performance and minimize turnover.
Regional Sales Manager
Good Feet Stores
St. Louis
04.2004 - 03.2009
- Implemented and upheld operational standards across three locations.
- Conducted performance assessments for each location, utilizing data analysis to enhance sales outcomes.
- Resolved diverse customer complaints to enhance satisfaction and strengthen loyalty initiatives.
- Enhanced customer experience by designing and implementing custom showrooms across retail locations.
- Implemented comprehensive training and mentorship initiatives to cultivate high-performing sales teams.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Business Management
Lindenwood University
St. Charles12-2004
Skills
- Professional networking
- Performance evaluation
- Customer relationship management
- Event management
- Revenue Management
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Negotiation Skills
- Business Development
- Sales Training
- Sales Presentations
- Pipeline Management
- Sales Operations
- Inventory Management
- Customer Retention
- Team Building
Timeline
Sales Development Manager/Partner Account Manager
Abstrakt Marketing
11.2025 - Current
Director of Sales
Hampton Inn by Hilton St. Louis Westport / Double Star Management
10.2023 - 11.2025
Sales Coordinator/ Sales Manager
Embassy Suites St. Charles / Atrium Hospitality
09.2019 - 01.2023
Digital Sales Executive
YP Marketing Solutions
09.2015 - 09.2019
Regional Sales Director
American Income Life Insurance Company
03.2009 - 09.2015
Regional Sales Manager
Good Feet Stores
04.2004 - 03.2009
Bachelor's Degree - Business Management
Lindenwood University