Chad Brewer
Irvine,CA
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Seasoned, forward-thinking executive manager with a proven track record of excelling in sales strategy and key account management. Expert in market analysis, contract negotiation, developing successful strategic plans that enhance corporate client engagement, driving significant growth, fostering strong stakeholder relationships, and building buy-in to the company's vision and goals. Recognized for fostering high gross and strong corporate client relationships that maintain customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Corporate Sales Manager
LA Motor Cars
Los Angeles, CA
07.2020 - 07.2025
- Held multiple roles (i.e., Sales, Internet Sales Director, Sales Manager, Compliance Officer, General Sales Manager, District Manager, Corporate Internet Director, Corporate Sales Manager).
- #1 in sales and #2 in gross at the end of the year (promoted at month 9)
- Led Internet team for poor performance to outsell entire competitor's sales staff and was #2 in the LA district
- Increased overall gross across multiple rooftops by 18%
- Responsible for all new rooftops to setup communications, marketing, accounting, CRM, and all sales processes for all stores and brands
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase customer base and profitability.
- Created detailed reports on sales performance metrics for senior management review.
- Created and negotiated pricing contracts with clients.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while maintaining positive relationships.
- Participated in trade shows, conferences, and other events to promote the company's products.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws governing sales operations and collaborated marketing campaigns
General Manager
LA Motorcars/AuctionLane/OpenTrade
Los Angeles, CA
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Consumer automotive digital live auction startup
- Consulted and signed up over 12,000 buyers across the nation
- Ran the first franchise rooftop, generated 3 times higher gross than the main corporate store with 1/7 of the staff, while maintaining a 96% appointment show and 98% closing ratios with a 5 star Yelp rating.
- Managed day to day operations, HR, marketing, CRM, accounting, legal paperwork, DMV
- Responsible for all government compliance and building maintenance
COO and Co-Owner
Plan 9 Alehouse
Escondido, CA
09.2013 - 07.2020
- Took over as COO in Jan 2016. Raised gross by 374% from 2016-2019, while decreasing operating costs by 37%, creating a profit share of 24% with 6 months reserve.
- Oversaw and participated in the demolition and construction of a restaurant and brewery from the ground up.
- Worked directly with city and county government officials, including ABC, Heath Department, mayors, council members, and congressional representatives, to improve brewing and restaurant relationships and regulations in San Diego County presenting the current 4-tier system.
- Ran day to day operations of restaurant and brewery
- Oversaw philanthropy and managed budget
- Oversaw daily operations ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- Managed vendor relationships to optimize supply chain performance and costs.
High School History Teacher
California Family Schools
Rancho Bernardo, California
08.2011 - 01.2016
- Multiple students went on to Ivy League Schools (mainly MIT, Harvard, and Yale)
- Taught the class like a Ph.D. seminar, where learning by association was promoted.
- Hybrid Writing Course, where students were taught how to research and write using their voice, promoting originality.
- Organized off campus field trips to historical sites for experiential learning.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities.
- Integrated technology into classroom instruction to improve student engagement and comprehension.
Captian/Manager/Brewing Apprentice
Stone Brewing World Bistro and Gardens
Escondido, CA
07.2008 - 09.2013
- Restaurant grew to $10 million a month during my time there.
- Brewing apprentice to head brewer and Server Captain/Manager in the Bistro
- Planned and executed large events
- Researched emerging trends in order to stay ahead of competitors.Implemented health and safety standards in dining areas consistently.
- Conducted sales presentations, demonstrations, and product training sessions with customers.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase customer base and profitability.
- Oversaw fermentation processes
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance to ensure operational efficiency and collaborated with quality control team to evaluate batches.
President
Perfection Auto Detailing
Murrieta, CA
03.1999 - 06.2008
- Sole Proprietor. Grew the business to a gross of $150,000 a month with a profit/loss of +$24,000 a month.
- Managed day-to-day operations of auto detailing shop, including scheduling, supervising staff, and HR
- Developed marketing strategies to attract new customers and retain existing ones.
- Oversaw inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels and reduce waste.
- Handled regulatory compliance to meet local business laws and standards.
Education
Master of Arts - Ancient Near Easter Philosophy And Theology
06-2013
Master of Arts - Ancient Near Eastern Linguistics
06-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Ancient History
06-2011
Skills
- Sales strategy and training
- Key account management
- Market analysis
- Pricing negotiation
- Customer presentations
- Stakeholder engagement
- Team leadership
- Budget management
- Marketing
Accomplishments
- Honorary gifted black belt in Japanese Ju-Jitsu (2019)
- Won Teacher of the Year 3 straight years (2012-2015)
- Won multiple restaurant and brewing awards: 2016 Brewpub of North SD County (SD Magazine), 2016 Best Burger in SD (SD Eatery), 2014-2019 Untappd Best Craft Beer Destination in Northern San Diego
- Won awards for academic papers, spoke at prestigious conferences around the world, and have multiple published works: 2010 Richards Award, 2011 David Noel Freedman Award
- Recommendation to Wycliffe Hall Oxford in for Ph.D. in 2013
Certification
- Complaint Officer (KPA certified)
Affiliations
Avid reader and listener to anything nuero-biochemistry, love to spend time outside hiking , swimming, paddleboarding, snowboarding, camping, or off roading with my kids, and training my boys for their dreams of the UFC
References
References available upon request.
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Timeline
General Manager - LA Motorcars/AuctionLane/OpenTrade
09.2021 - 03.2023
Senior Corporate Sales Manager - LA Motor Cars
07.2020 - 07.2025
COO and Co-Owner - Plan 9 Alehouse
09.2013 - 07.2020
High School History Teacher - California Family Schools
08.2011 - 01.2016
Captian/Manager/Brewing Apprentice - Stone Brewing World Bistro and Gardens
07.2008 - 09.2013
President - Perfection Auto Detailing
03.1999 - 06.2008
Westminster Seminary California - Master of Arts, Ancient Near Easter Philosophy And Theology
Westminster Seminary California - Master of Arts, Ancient Near Eastern Linguistics
University of California, San Diego - Bachelor of Arts, Ancient History