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Brent DeRouen

Webster,NY

Summary

Results-driven professional with accomplishments in exceeding revenue targets, solving unique business issues, and creating performance protocols, is seeking a transition into Information Technology. Eager to apply strategic planning, problem solving, and communication skills to contribute to IT initiatives and drive technological solutions.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Managing Partner

Audacity Consulting
12.2016 - Current
  • Providing strategic planning and organizational development to management of client company
  • Guidance on adopting and optimizing modern technologies as required for continuous industry relevance
  • Perpetual problem solving
  • Increased revenue by 25% with successful promotional strategies and reductions in costs
  • Negotiate high-value contracts with clients, securing profitable partnerships
  • Analyze industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making
  • Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.

Corporate Development / New Client Acquisition

Project Lean Nation
10.2012 - 12.2016
  • Tasked with developing strategic business partnerships and individual client accumulation
  • Management of sales teams
  • Acquired minimum of 40 new clients per week on average
  • Conducted regular follow-ups with potential clients to maintain engagement and ensure timely conversions
  • Set ambitious personal targets for acquiring new clients while regularly tracking progress against established goals, maintaining motivation for continued growth within role
  • Streamlined sales process, resulting in quicker deals and increased client satisfaction

Sales Director

The Global Investment Group
10.2009 - 08.2012
  • Created strategies to expand sales, which resulted in a 35% increase in monthly sales
  • Established hundreds of new accounts through ongoing client development, referral, and retention strategies
  • Developed relationships with NASDAQ listed securities
  • Conducted in-depth industry research to identify emerging trends and capitalize on growth opportunities within the market
  • Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue
  • Managed relationships with key industry stakeholders, attending conferences and networking events to further establish the company's presence in relevant circles
  • Presented investor services at industry trade shows and client-sponsored events

Founder

OTC Advisors, LLC
08.2004 - 08.2012
  • Provided investor relations services to micro and small cap publicly traded companies
  • Management consulting
  • Built a positive organizational culture that fostered creativity, innovation, and employee engagement
  • Expanded the company''s geographical reach, opening new markets and increasing profitability
  • Negotiated terms of business acquisitions to increase business base and solidify market presence
  • Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology

Monroe Community College
Rochester

Skills

  • National account management
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Analytical and Methodical
  • Business development
  • Organizational Development
  • Strategic planning skills

Accomplishments

  • Winner of 2016 Simon Business School competitive business analysis program
  • CompTIA A+ certified
  • 15+ years of successful business consulting and problem-solving operations
  • 20+ years of B2B direct sales

Certification

CompTIA A+

Timeline

Managing Partner

Audacity Consulting
12.2016 - Current

Corporate Development / New Client Acquisition

Project Lean Nation
10.2012 - 12.2016

Sales Director

The Global Investment Group
10.2009 - 08.2012

Founder

OTC Advisors, LLC
08.2004 - 08.2012

Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology

Monroe Community College

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