Calvin J. Cooks Jr.
Cintas
Houston,TX
1
Certification
12
years of professional experience
Results-oriented sales professional with over seven years in client relationship management and business development. Expertise in driving revenue growth and enhancing customer engagement while leading effective teams. Skilled in prospecting, qualifying leads, and closing deals with executive stakeholders, with a strong background in the oil and gas and fitness industries.
Work History
Sales Agent
1 Year 9 Months- Prospected new business opportunities through targeted outreach and territory planning.
- Built customer relationships to identify service needs and recommend tailored solutions.
- Managed sales pipeline using CRM tools to track leads, follow-ups, and opportunities.
- Presented product and service options to support informed purchasing decisions.
- Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
- Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
Owner & Sales Leader
6 Years- Founded and scaled a successful 100+ member private fitness facility, overseeing end-to-end operations including sales strategy and customer acquisition.
- Generated new business through targeted outreach campaigns, in-person events, and strategic networking with local energy and logistics clients, enhancing market presence.
- Generated new business through targeted outreach campaigns, in-person events, and networking with local energy and logistics clients.
- Managed CRM tools and oversaw forecasting, negotiations, and deal closures, streamlining sales processes.
Assistant Store Manager
2 Years 11 Months- Led sales strategy and seasonal promotions, driving year-over-year revenue growth and increasing average order value through consultative selling.
- Prospected and engaged new clients, ensuring steady sales pipeline during peak seasons.
- Trained and coached 10-person team to enhance customer experience and increase retention rates.
- Oversaw inventory and operational planning, aligning stock levels with demand forecasts and sales targets.
Manager
2 Years- Monitored membership concerns, resolved escalations, and improved retention-focused service delivery.
- Supervised team performance, coached associates, and reinforced service standards across departments.
- Managed scheduling, labor coverage, and workflow priorities to maintain smooth facility operations.
- Led club operations to support member experience, staff coordination, and daily service consistency.
- Trained new hires on safety procedures, club policies, and customer service expectations.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
Education
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) - Process Technology
Fitness Trainer - Fitness Trainer
Skills
B2B sales
Customer retention
Product negotiation
Customer Retention & Engagement
Pipeline generation
Technical presentations
Cross-functional teamwork
Team leadership
Communication strategies
Interpersonal skills
Personable and friendly
Certification
Certified Fitness Trainer – International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA)
Timeline
Sales Agent
Cintas
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Owner & Sales Leader
All Fitness U
01.2019 - 01.2025Read More
Assistant Store Manager
Al's Formal Wear
01.2017 - 12.2019Read More
Manager
24 Hour Fitness
01.2015 - 01.2017Read More
Houston Community College
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) from Process Technology
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ISSA
Fitness Trainer from Fitness Trainer
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