Brendan Walk
Clarkston
Summary
Marketing student at Grand Valley State University with strong sales proficiency. Proven track record in customer service and relationship management, leading to an internship as a sales representative at Howies Hockey Tape. Demonstrates the ability to drive sales and enhance customer satisfaction through effective communication and sales techniques.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Representative
Howie’s Athletic Tape
01.2025 - Current
- Performed outbound calls to athletic directors and trainers across the nation, pitching sports medicine and athletic tape products.
- Orchestrated a book of business with clients ranging from the United States to Canada.
- Acquired over 30 clients within the first year of sales.
- Developed skilled sales techniques, communication skills, and customer relationship management.
- Managed a personal sales pad account while performing sales for an individual territory.
Lead Starter and Cart Boy
Pine Knob Golf Course
01.2017 - 01.2024
- Effectively managed golf course staff, assigning tasks, and overseeing responsibilities to optimize course operations.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by assisting golfers with their equipment, providing information about the course, along with their tee time.
Customer Service Representative
Perani’s Hockey World
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Conducted customer calls with a steadfast commitment to embodying and promoting our core values and mission statement
- Learned store products and gave knowledgeable information to customers with questions about instore products.
- Managed store inventory by utilizing personal skills in Excel and Microsoft Word.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration
Grand Valley University
Grand Rapids, MI05.2025
High School Diploma -
Clarkston High School
Clarkston, MI06.2019
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- SAP
- Sales Pad
- Customer relationship management
- Developing pitch decks
- Cold Call Techniques
Extracurricular Activities
- Current member of the Men's Club Hockey Team, Grand Valley State University
- Former Eboard member, Business Honors Society, Fitchburg State University
Timeline
Sales Representative
Howie’s Athletic Tape
01.2025 - Current
Customer Service Representative
Perani’s Hockey World
01.2019 - 01.2020
Lead Starter and Cart Boy
Pine Knob Golf Course
01.2017 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration
Grand Valley University
High School Diploma -
Clarkston High School