Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Relevant Experience
Certification
References
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Brent C. Polimene

Brent C. Polimene

9345 Indian Run, Macedonia,OH

Summary

Dynamic Solution Architect with a proven track record at Verizon Wireless, adept at aligning technology initiatives with business goals. Skilled in technology evaluation and client management, I drive strategic planning and deliver innovative IoT solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and fostering strong stakeholder relationships to achieve project success.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Solution Architect

Verizon Wireless
Twinsburg, Ohio
01.2020 - 04.2025
  • Aligned technology initiatives with business goals through cross-functional collaboration.
  • Facilitated technical workshops to educate teams on new systems and best practices.
  • Managed project timelines and deliverables, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to expectations.
  • Engaged in client meetings to clarify project requirements and assess potential solutions.
  • Coordinated stakeholder input to align proposed solutions with organizational objectives.
  • Researched emerging technologies, evaluating impacts on technology roadmap.

Government Account Manager

Verizon Wireless
Twinsburg, Ohio
09.2014 - 01.2020
  • Forged strong relationships with key government decision-makers and stakeholders.
  • Worked alongside cross-functional teams to provide customized client solutions.
  • Tracked marketplace trends to ensure sustained competitive positioning.
  • Identified new opportunities within existing government accounts to drive growth.
  • Managed budgets associated with assigned accounts and projects.

Retail Manager

Verizon Wireless
Beachwood, Ohio
07.2005 - 08.2014
  • Formulated strategies to enhance sales and elevate customer service standards.
  • Mentored employees in navigating complex sales challenges and managing difficult customers.
  • Implemented policies and procedures that boosted operational efficiency.
  • Leveraged CRM systems to manage customer relationships and tailor services effectively.
  • Facilitated regular team meetings to assess progress towards objectives.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering

Kent State University
Kent, OH

Skills

  • Technology evaluation
  • Requirements analysis
  • Client management
  • Problem solving
  • Team mentorship
  • Strategic planning
  • Business solutions
  • IoT solutions

Accomplishments

  • Implemented a successful Gov B2B sales initiative including warm and cold calling efforts.
  • Selected for and participated in the 'MIT' Leadership Development Program.
  • Led a high performance sales team with over 164% to annual growth plan in 2024 (SaaS and UCass)
  • Drove data sales revenues to over 191% to plan in 2023-24
  • Verizon Winners Circle recipient in 2020
  • Completed 2020 as the 6th ranked Gov Sales Manager in the company

Relevant Experience

  • Participates in sales workshops to understand pertinent sales methodologies.
  • Takes initiative and acts swiftly to engage clients and close additional business.
  • Has maintained consumer and business client relationships for 6 years.
  • Implemented new methods to enhance communication and increase sales.
  • Utilizes social networking, connective relationships, community involvement and strategic calling plans to maximize territory penetration.
  • Cold calling to uncover new customer base, retention and service of existing customers.

Certification

  • Cradlepoint Network Associate Certification
  • Nokia 5G Private Cellular Certification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Solution Architect

Verizon Wireless
01.2020 - 04.2025

Government Account Manager

Verizon Wireless
09.2014 - 01.2020

Retail Manager

Verizon Wireless
07.2005 - 08.2014

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering

Kent State University