Hi, I’m
Austin Danner
Overland Park,KS
Summary
My professional journey has been a curiosity-driven exploration dealing with people and technology. Along the way, I've achieved milestones such as surpassing the 10-million-dollar mark in recurring sales, and rapidly earning a spot as a 1-million-dollar earner within 6 months of transitioning industries. I've been able to leverage objectivity and creativity to navigate both in-person and virtual platforms, presenting and advocating for technology solutions. Contributing to streamlined processes in sales and implementation through cross-functional collaboration, playing a key role in organizational success. Beyond the numbers, cultivating client relationships through strategic consulting, offering solutions that significantly enhance customer's lifetime value.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
Work History
The Shower Company
Head of Sales & Strategy
01.2022 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Led daily direct in-home remodeling appointments, leveraging a consultative approach to understand client needs and tailor solutions.
- Negotiated and closed sales contracts, demonstrating an ability to navigate the sales process and meet revenue targets
- Developed strong client relationships for improved customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Demonstrated exceptional organizational and leadership skills to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Expanded market share with targeted sales initiatives and strategic partnerships.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new opportunities for business expansion and growth.
AutoAlert
Sr. Account Executive
11.2016 - 09.2022
Job overview
- Spearheaded engaging group and one-on-one product presentations, and navigated in-person and virtual platforms.
- Led product demonstrations at trade shows and conferences, showcasing company offerings and attracting potential clients.
- Fostered cross-functional collaboration across sales, implementation, development, and support departments.
- Demonstrated prowess in navigating the intricacies of the sales landscape, consistently meeting given quotas.
- Increased account retention by building strong relationships with clients and addressing their needs promptly.
- Utilized CRM tools effectively to manage client information and track progress on accounts, leading to more accurate forecasting and pipeline management.
- Delivered tailored solutions based on individual client needs by thoroughly understanding their business objectives and pain points.
Education
Graceland UniversityIowa
Psychology
05.2016
Skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Adaptability
- Sales Strategy Development
- CRM Software
- Consultative Sales
- Solution Selling
- Sales Presentations
- Sales Operations
- Relationship building
- Negotiation Expertise
- Product knowledge
- Key account growth
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Strategic planning
Timeline
Head of Sales & Strategy
The Shower Company
01.2022 - 01.2023
Sr. Account Executive
AutoAlert
11.2016 - 09.2022
Graceland University
Psychology