Candace Garner
Salem,OR
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven sales professional with diverse industry experience. Recognized for exceptional organizational skills and consistently surpassing sales targets. Proven ability to cultivate strong client relationships and provide impactful solutions. Skilled in strategic planning, team leadership, negotiation, and training. A compassionate communicator and dedicated problem-solver, with an award-winning record of achievement. Eager to contribute expertise and enthusiasm to help organizations achieve their goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Cremation Pre-Arrangement Advisor
Neptune Society
08.2020 - 01.2025
- Build lasting relationships with clients, providing compassionate guidance for end-of-life cremation pre-planning
- Educate prospective clients on options, addressing concerns and navigating the legal preneed contract process
- Deliver exceptional service to families, ensuring peace of mind through tailored solutions
- Key Achievement: Successfully helped hundreds of families complete comprehensive pre-arrangement plans with sensitivity and professionalism
Account Manager & Sales Representative
DEMDACO
08.2010 - 01.2021
- Managed 200+ active accounts in the Gift, Fashion, and Home Décor industries, driving consistent revenue growth
- Served on the corporate advisory board, influencing enterprise strategy and product innovation
- Positioned and sold a diverse portfolio of products, maintaining a trusted partner role with key distributors
- Adapted to diverse audiences to qualify and advance revenue opportunities effectively
- Key Achievement: Consistently exceeded annual sales quotas and received recognition for exceptional account management
- Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
Owner & Operator
Simply Divine Home Furnishings & Décor
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Founded and managed a boutique home furnishings and décor business, achieving strong customer loyalty and steady revenue growth
- Oversaw daily operations, including inventory purchasing and management, customer service, and marketing strategies
Skills
- Strategic Sales & Marketing
- Client Relationship Management
- Business Development
- Sales Team Leadership & Training
- Contract Negotiation
- CRM & Software Proficiency
- Compassionate Communication & End-of-Life Planning
- Multitasking
- Prioritization
- Interpersonal Skills
- Communication Skills
- Compassion
- Integrity
- Analytical thinking
- Time management
- Strategic planning
- Solution-oriented approach
- Customer service
- Project management
- Trend analysis
- Solution-oriented approach
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Decision-making
- Research
- Customer service
- Product knowledge
- Client relationship management
- Project management
- Trend analysis
- Solution-oriented approach
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Decision-making
- Research
- Customer service
- Product knowledge
- Client relationship management
- Project management
- Trend analysis
- Solution-oriented approach
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Decision-making
- Research
- Customer service
- Product knowledge
- Client relationship management
- Project management
- Trend analysis
- Solution-oriented approach
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
Education And Skills
- Proficient in CRM tools (Salesforce, Beacon) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Multitasking and prioritization in high-paced environments.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with high levels of compassion and integrity.
Timeline
Licensed Cremation Pre-Arrangement Advisor
Neptune Society
08.2020 - 01.2025
Account Manager & Sales Representative
DEMDACO
08.2010 - 01.2021
Owner & Operator
Simply Divine Home Furnishings & Décor
01.2004 - 01.2008
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