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Brian J. Blake

Fishers,IN

Summary

Strong leader dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

District Manager of Sales

Nova Medical Centers
Indianapolis, IN
06.2022 - Current
  • Managed and mentored a team of 8 sales representatives in the Indianapolis region, driving consistent performance and professional development
  • Achieved a 30% year-over-year sales growth by implementing strategic sales initiatives, increasing customer engagement, and expanding market presence
  • Fostered strong relationships with key accounts and stakeholders, ensuring high satisfaction levels and long-term partnerships

Regional Merchant Account Executive

Worldpay
Indianapolis, IN
06.2013 - 05.2022
  • Responsible for, business-to-business sales of merchant services
  • Won Top Gun award which is gave to the top salesperson for first three months out of training
  • Grew book of business by over 50% year over year

Regional Sales Manager

Yellow Book USA
Indianapolis, IN
07.2005 - 05.2013
  • Achieved President's Circle of Achievement 2006, 2007, and 2008
  • Organized regular sales meetings, providing comprehensive updates on market trends, competitor analysis, and new product developments
  • Achieved regional sales objectives by coordinating sales team, developing successful strategies, and servicing accounts to strengthen business relationships

Area Sales Manager

Transwestern Publishing
Fishers, IN
06.1997 - 07.2005
  • Managed sales teams across five markets, consistently achieving double-digit net growth year over year
  • Developed three new markets, surpassing corporate sales objectives driving significant revenue growth
  • Created strategic operating plans to sales reps and executives, ensuring sales ahead of deadlines

Education

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science and Wellness, concentration on pre-med requirements

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
1995

Timeline

District Manager of Sales

Nova Medical Centers
06.2022 - Current

Regional Merchant Account Executive

Worldpay
06.2013 - 05.2022

Regional Sales Manager

Yellow Book USA
07.2005 - 05.2013

Area Sales Manager

Transwestern Publishing
06.1997 - 07.2005

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science and Wellness, concentration on pre-med requirements

Ball State University

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