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Work History
Education
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Volunteer Work
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Dustin Howell

Raphine,VA

Summary

Dedicated, self-motivated professional with expertise in expanding network connections. Skilled at introducing products, educating clients and implementing pricing strategies. Specializes in developing new territories and discerning customer needs to deliver solutions. Focused and enthusiastic offering highly productive business and leadership skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Director

Ducks Unlimited
Memphis, TN
06.2023 - Current
  • Led regional conservation initiatives to support habitat restoration efforts.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements within the region's operations and led implementation efforts accordingly.
  • Coordinated partnerships with local organizations to promote environmental awareness.
  • Developed strategic plans for fundraising and grant acquisition activities.

Business Advisor

Thryv
Bristol, VA
04.2022 - Current
  • Developed precise understanding of business goals and priorities to establish framework necessary for success.
  • Evaluated client sales and marketing plans to gain full understanding and provide best assistance available.
  • Conducted relevant local market research for new and growing companies.
  • Leveraged network of commercial partners to assist client financial, sales and marketing needs.

Sales Coordinator/Marketing Specialist

Living Knot Lumber Company
Abingdon, VA
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Developed positive relationships with new and existing customers, leading to increased sales opportunities.
  • Maximized sales by keeping areas tidy, fully stocked and correctly priced.
  • Analyzed competitors' marketing campaigns for insights to gain attention and sales for clients.

Lead Sales Consultant (Orthopedics/ Trauma)

DePuy Synthes, Johnson & Johnson
Roanoke, VA
08.2016 - 10.2021
  • Responsible for account management, growth, product sales and daily followup
  • Increased product and brand awareness by marketing to orthopedic surgeons, hospital administrators and staff
  • Delivered quality customer service while cultivating client satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Trained and developed new team members to improve product knowledge and selling abilities.

Sales Consultant (Orthopedics)

Ortho VA, Distributor for Johnson & Johnson
Richmond, VA
12.2011 - 07.2016
  • Excellent B2C and B2B selling and understanding
  • Reached quota every year; Top 5 salesman within partnership
  • Increased revenue by skillfully closing customer sales and driving product benefits around client needs.
  • Developed targeted lists and new business opportunities, accelerating sales process to achieve results.

Exercise Specialist

Wythe County Community Hospital
Wytheville, VA
01.2010 - 11.2011
  • Communicated with clients to determine goals and performed client assessments.
  • Led, instructed and motivated individuals during exercise, strength training and stretching activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences/ Biology

Ferrum College
Ferrum, VA
12.2009

Skills

  • Territory sales
  • Post-sales support
  • Performance improvements
  • Product management and pricing
  • Strategy development
  • Territory growth
  • Account Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Accomplishments

  • Ferrum Baseball Team 2005-09

-Team Captain 2007-09 (Junior & Senior Year)

-2008 & 2009 All-Conference Sportsmanship Recipient (Junior & Senior Year)

  • Member of the Student- Athlete Advisory Committee (SACC) 2007-09

-Vice President 2008-09

-President 2009

Volunteer Work

  • Ducks Unlimited

- Virginia Highlands Chapter; Area Chairman (2019-2022)

- Virginia Ducks Unlimited; District 14 Chairman (2023-2024)

Timeline

Regional Director

Ducks Unlimited
06.2023 - Current

Business Advisor

Thryv
04.2022 - Current

Sales Coordinator/Marketing Specialist

Living Knot Lumber Company
11.2021 - 03.2022

Lead Sales Consultant (Orthopedics/ Trauma)

DePuy Synthes, Johnson & Johnson
08.2016 - 10.2021

Sales Consultant (Orthopedics)

Ortho VA, Distributor for Johnson & Johnson
12.2011 - 07.2016

Exercise Specialist

Wythe County Community Hospital
01.2010 - 11.2011

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences/ Biology

Ferrum College