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Anthony DeRosa

Sophia,NC
Anthony DeRosa

Summary

Customer-oriented sales professional with 25 years of experience building relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing profit channels. Strategic-thinking leader with expertise in expanding network connections, persuasively introducing products, territory development and revealing customer needs to deliver solutions.

Overview

25
years of professional experience

Work History

NORTH CAROLINA

SR. IN HOME SALES CONSULTANT
2020.01 - Current (4 years & 8 months)

Job overview

  • Provide a premium level service by travelling to client’s homes to perform advanced level consultations
  • Maximized market share by working with clients and building relationships.
  • Identified potential sales opportunities.
  • Upgraded services with existing clients by successfully resolving customer issues.
  • Partnered with vendors and suppliers to provide solutions for client base.
  • Stayed current on technology changes to offer clients relevant advice.
  • Coordinated meetings with manager to discuss sales goals.
  • Assisted sales manager with department operations, forecasting and budgeting.
  • Conducted training sessions with sales teams to develop and execute prospecting campaigns for target sectors.
  • Called or emailed lapsed clients to inquire about continuing needs.
  • Maintained current and accurate CRM database of prospective customers specifically with Designers, Builders/contractor, Architects and Landscapers
  • Maintained current customer relationships by providing support, updates and new opportunities.
  • Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
  • Managed complete sales process from customer presentation to order, installation and post-sale service.
  • Earned achievers award (Top In-Home Sales Consultant) granted for multi-million dollars of sales per year.

DJ AND JUDGE

DANCE COMPETITION INSTRUCTOR
1998.01 - Current (26 years & 8 months)

Job overview

  • Adapted teaching style for students of different ages and experience, ranging from beginner to advanced skill levels.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Selected age-appropriate music and maintained up-to-date knowledge of students' favorite music to incorporate into lessons.
  • Instructed groups of individual and coupled dancers in different dance styles.
  • Prepared and delivered carefully-crafted lessons to introduce students to proper dance techniques and positions while building ballet knowledge.
  • Accommodated students with special needs by using different teaching styles, encouraging each to learn at appropriate pace.
  • Assessed students' progress and structured lesson plans to facilitate continued learning.
  • Maintained attendance, fees and rehearsal schedules for classes.
  • Interacted effectively by email, phone and in person with students, parents and staff members.
  • Met with clients and discussed options for music and particular songs for each special event.
  • Called out to guests via microphone, encouraging dancing and participation in upbeat songs at weddings and other celebrations.
  • Played mix of songs which matched station format and avoided dead air by closely monitoring length of each song.
  • Participated in promotional events in local community, met fans and clients and offered professional station representation.
  • Utilized well-developed communication, active listening and engagement skills when interviewing guests, speaking with callers and taking song requests on-air.
  • Set up and operated audio and video equipment at diverse events.
  • Mixed, cut and sampled recorded music using DJ controllers, CDJs, or DJ mixers.
  • Developed event-specific playlists by aligning music with event functions.
  • Communicated with venue owners to determine music preferences, scheduling and anticipated event attendance.
  • Accepted song requests from event guests.
  • Promoted services on social media and podcast ads.
  • Engaged guests with group dances, competitions and games.
  • Facilitated written contract completion for bookings.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Self Employed Services

FREELANCE WEBSITE DESIGNER
2004.01 - 2021.01 (17 years)

Job overview

  • Consulting and website development in support of small business owners to promote service and drive revenue.
  • Built layouts according to customer parameters using HTML5 and CSS3.
  • Designed websites, portals and large-scale web applications for multiple clients.
  • Designed visual and graphic images to use on multiple platforms.
  • Redesigned sites to enhance navigation and improve visual appeal.
  • Directed design, writing and production of page content to fulfill project demands and satisfy customer needs.
  • Implemented improvements to boost site performance.
  • Completed design projects to meet budget, equipment, performance and legal requirements.
  • Reviewed information and elements regularly on websites and pages for accuracy and functionality.
  • Defined and conducted design processes at all stages, including research, conceptualization, testing and implementation.
  • Determined job priorities for multiple projects and communicated sequencing, priorities and timelines to entire team.

MAGNOLIA DESIGN CENTER, CARY, NC

SYSTEM DESIGNER
2017.01 - 2020.01 (3 years)

Job overview

  • Provide a premium level service by to travelling to client’s homes to perform advanced level consultations
  • Expanded new business and developed effective sales and marketing campaigns.
  • Improved profitability and developed pipeline by leveraging multiple marketing channels and sales strategies.
  • Manage client relationships through CRM software and complete post-sale client follow up
  • Established exemplary skills in verbal and written communication and active listening through working closely with customers and sales support staff.
  • Expanded network by attending industry events, identifying and pursuing leads and establishing rapport with new clients.
  • Promoted accessories and cross-sold additional products and services through use of active persuasion.
  • Maintained database of customer and sales information using SalesForce software.
  • Builds and manages relationships with Designer, Builders, Architects, Landscape Designers and local Best Buy stores
  • Generate a personal book of business
  • Assessed products against design requirements and customer demands.
  • Developed successful strategies and goals to penetrate new territories by assessing competitor offerings and approaches.
  • Made outbound sales calls to contact prospective leads, using effective communication skills.
  • Worked with clients to develop and customize technology solutions according to specific business requirements.
  • Delivered documentation and consulting services to assist clients in understanding and supporting technology and processes.
  • Performed design, troubleshooting and integration services to maintain in-place systems.
  • Determined scope of projects based on objectives and specifications.
  • Developed and managed project plans while providing status updates to management.
  • Strategically managed revenue streams by establishing sales targets, deployment strategies and go-to-market initiatives.
  • Pursued sales deals by qualifying clients, building individualized proposals and preparing final contracts.
  • Maintained active sales contacts with assigned accounts to keep communication open and capture consistent revenue.
  • Promoted products at trade shows across region, connecting with prospects and improving market penetration.
  • Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
  • Maintained professional network of potential clients and business opportunities.
  • Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.
  • Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning.
  • Asked open-ended questions to determine customer requirements and help identify correct products and services.
  • Secured long-term accounts and managed sales presentations by providing recommendations to promote brand effectiveness and product benefits.
  • Performed sales consultations and educated clients on products and services.

GEEK SQUAD/BEST BEST BUY, DURHAM, NC

DOUBLE AGENT (Home Theater)
2008.08 - 2017.01 (8 years & 5 months)

Job overview

  • Operate as player coach in the delivery and over sight of service for high-end electronics in home theater and repair
  • Oversee Field Agents
  • Provide leadership and training
  • Operate as Subject Matter Expert to resolve problems escalated from field professionals
  • Manage metrics for upsells in the home monthly and quarterly resulting in 80% over target while keeping a strong client satisfaction level of 100%.

Borut Supply, Brooklyn, NY

Inventory and Sales Specialist
1999.06 - 2013.06 (14 years)

Job overview

Borut Supply supplied building, Janitorial, plumbing, electrical and hardware for commercial and residential clients throughout New York.

  • Greeted incoming customers and provided expert sales and service to drive revenue.
  • Listened to customers to understand needs and refer to optimal services.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
  • Developed customized sales techniques to successfully sell and upsell services to new and existing clients.
  • Placed orders and answered customer questions in-person, through email and over phone to maximize customer service.
  • Monitored customer order process and addressed customer issues.
  • Contacted new and existing customers to outline benefits of products.
  • Drove substantial sales through suggestive selling and by promoting add-on purchases.
  • Used CRM database to track referral and appointment data.
  • Leveraged CRM system to manage sales activities and track sales performance.
  • Improved overall customer purchasing experiences to promote steady revenue.
  • Developed targeted lists and new business opportunities, accelerating sales process to achieve results.
  • Participated in physical inventory counts to keep information accurate and current.
  • Coordinated inventory, stocking and ordering.
  • Oversaw efficient receiving and inventory management to keep stock within optimal levels.
  • Developed relationships with suppliers to obtain competitive prices.
  • Monitored database system to prepare and deliver customer orders on time.
  • Received and counted stock items, recording data manually or on computer for inventory purposes.
  • Stocked shelves, racks and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
  • Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
  • Compared merchandise invoices to items actually received.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
  • Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
  • Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.

Education

NYC COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY

BACHELORS OF ADVERTISING from COMMUNICATIONS

University Overview

Skills

  • Relationship Selling
  • Call Center Operations
  • Inventory Coordination
  • Prospecting Skills
  • Sales Closing
  • B2B and B2C Sales
  • Inside and Outside Sales
  • Post-Sales Support
  • Product Management and Pricing
  • Territory Sales
  • On-Site Product Demonstrations
  • Product and Service Knowledge
  • Lead Generation
  • Strategy Development
  • Key Account Generation
  • Negotiation Tactics
  • Hunter/Farmer Sales Strategies
  • Sales Forecasting
  • Business Development
  • Market Research and Analysis
  • Product Merchandising
  • Customer Needs Assessment
  • Account Management
  • Promotional Planning
  • Territory Growth
  • Product Merchandising and Distribution
  • Personnel Training
  • Customer Retention Abilities
  • Client Account Management
  • Sales Development
  • Processing Payments
  • Opening and Closing Procedures
  • Effective Customer Upselling
  • Merchandising Proficiency
  • Team Member Motivation
  • Staff Training and Motivation
  • Stock Management
  • Home Theater, Networking, Security, Control, Automation, Computing, Appliances and Installation Knowledge
  • Home Theater, Networking, Security, Control, Automation, Computing, Appliances, Building, Janitorial, electrical and Plumbing Product Expertise

Timeline

SR. IN HOME SALES CONSULTANT
NORTH CAROLINA
2020.01 - Current (4 years & 8 months)
SYSTEM DESIGNER
MAGNOLIA DESIGN CENTER
2017.01 - 2020.01 (3 years)
DOUBLE AGENT (Home Theater)
GEEK SQUAD/BEST BEST BUY
2008.08 - 2017.01 (8 years & 5 months)
FREELANCE WEBSITE DESIGNER
Self Employed Services
2004.01 - 2021.01 (17 years)
Inventory and Sales Specialist
Borut Supply
1999.06 - 2013.06 (14 years)
DANCE COMPETITION INSTRUCTOR
DJ AND JUDGE
1998.01 - Current (26 years & 8 months)
NYC COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
BACHELORS OF ADVERTISING from COMMUNICATIONS
Anthony DeRosa