AURORA SALINAS

Denver,CO

Summary

Experienced Architectural Sales Representative with a strong background in customer relationship management and a track record of exceeding sales targets. Adept at leveraging industry knowledge and technical expertise to drive business growth. Prior to entering sales, amassed a decade of frontline hospitality experience, honing communication and interpersonal skills.

Actively contributes to the local A&D community, & since 2022, has been on the Board of Directors for NEWH, Rocky Mountain Chapter. An integral community building network and scholarship awarding nonprofit, currently serving as VP of Development. Also extremely involved in and a member of other industry organizations such as IIDA, NOMA, and EBECC.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

A&D Commercial Sales Representative

Glenrock Distributing

07.2019 - Current

Cultivated referral-based leads through diligent relationship-building efforts with satisfied customers.
Drafted, submitted and processed sales contracts for orders received.
Built a strong network of industry contacts through active participation in professional associations and networking events.
Organized and hosted lunch and learn presentations and networking events.
Categorized and displayed samples and marketing materials at showroom.
Updated and managed samples in architectural firm’s libraries.
Door kicker and new business driver.

VP of Development

NEWH, Rocky Mountain Chapter

01.2022 - Current

Created a comprehensive planned giving program, ensuring future financial security for the organization.
Mentored junior development staff members by providing guidance on best practices honing their skills as effective fundraisers.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices attending relevant conferences and networking events to stay ahead in the competitive fundraising landscape.
Built strong relationships with community partners to expand the organization''s reach and impact locally and nationally.
Directed special event planning efforts, including galas and membership drives, resulting in increased net proceeds year over year.

Hospitality Professional

Decade of Restaurant Service Operations

08.2014 - Current

Currently working a few times a month at Bounce Empire as a nightclub bartender.
Decade-long career in food service front-of-house operations with expertise in management, bartending, and serving roles.
Strong at cultivating exceptional customer relationships through genuine interpersonal skills and a charismatic demeanor.
Excel in leading teams, optimizing operational efficiency, and delivering outstanding service in high-volume settings.
Transitioned into a commercial sales representative role leveraging relationship-building skills, persuasive communication abilities, and a track record of achieving sales targets.

Skills

Highly responsible and reliable
Upbeat, outgoing and positive
Strong and expanding network of local industry firms and professionals

Exceptional interpersonal skills
Extensive hospitality background

Hobbies

You'll often find me rocking out at concerts, shredding slopes on my snowboard, or soaking up the sun by the lake on my paddle board.
I'm a travel enthusiast, always seeking out new and exciting destinations to explore and photograph.
To keep my connection to the service industry, I sling drinks a few times a month at Bounce Empire.
Since becoming a homeowner last year, I've been knee-deep in DIY home improvement projects—turning my space into a cozy hobbit hole.
Ask me about Ollie, my mischievous feline companion who rules the roost with endless purrs and antics.

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