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CHARLES M. MURRAY II

Mount Dora,FL

Summary

Highly motivated, proven performer with over 25 years of experience achieving results in Sales and Marketing is eager to assume accountability in a Sales position to produce profitable results for your company. Staff Training / Team Building / Sales / Customer Service / Business Relationship Development / P&L SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Committed to solution-based sales approaches, assessing client needs and tailoring results to meet those needs Outstanding prospecting, cold calling and closing skills to enhance business development and increase revenue Proficient in customer relationship management building genuine rapport using a consultative sales approach to secure and maintain long term contacts Adept at bringing new products and new partners to a business resulting in increased market share Develop marketing plans along with point of sale to target specific clients Energetic leader with demonstrated ability to work effectively with all levels of management and clients Exceptional abilities in target marketing, strategic planning and cost control strategies Confident with a high level of personal responsibility for the success of the company Self-reliant with the ability to grasp new ideas, concepts and procedures quickly Adaptable to learning new skills and methods of working according to company policies Strong ability to quickly recognize when action is needed to produce a successful outcome on a project Computer proficient: Word, Quick Books Pro, QB POS systems, Windows and quick to learn new programs Detail-oriented Business Owner/Operator lends superior savvy to meet day-to-day and long-term strategic planning needs. Boasts strong [Number]-year career serving as key stakeholder in all organizational decisions. Particular focus on maintaining strong environment of CRM excellence and relationships with key suppliers and contractors. Proven track record in cultivating proactive aims to help business operations flourish.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Owner/Operator

Self
09.2019 - Current
  • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
  • Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
  • Monitored staff performance, providing final-say assessment over inquiries.
  • Served as principal stakeholder over organization's complete operations.

Soni Interiors. …………………………………………………………………...…..
07.2017 - 10.2018
  • Consult with clients on best products for their situation, measure areas, advise on colors, draw up and provide estimates on kitchens , materials, and follow up to insure customer satisfaction for each job.

Owner/Manager …………………………………………………………………..

12.2011 - 08.2017
  • La Petite Maison Sales of Lampe Berger, night lights, room sprays and body products
  • Provide Interior Design Services: Sales of flooring including; ceramic tile, vinyl, carpet, and wood
  • Consult with clients on best products for their situation, measure areas, advise on colors, provide estimates, purchase materials, contract for installation and follow up to insure customer satisfaction
  • Provide window dressing services for retail stores

OWNER / SALES CONSULTANT…………………………………………………………….

MURRAY & MURRAY
Shreveport, LA
09.2007 - 08.2011
  • Sales of Lampe Berger, night lights, room sprays and body products
  • Provide Interior Design Services: Sales of flooring including; ceramic tile, vinyl, carpet, and wood
  • Consult with clients on best products for their situation, measure areas, advise on colors, provide estimates, purchase materials, contract for installation and follow up to insure customer satisfaction
  • Provide window dressing services for retail stores

OWNER / SALES CONSULTANT……………………………………………………………...

MURRAYS INTERIOR CONSULTANTS, INC
Shreveport, LA
01.1977 - 08.2007
  • Retail Store Anchor at end of Target Shopping Center: Furniture, Rugs, Accessories, Design Services
  • Largest Retailer in nation for Lampe Berger of France
  • Managed 5 to 7 employees and all operations including; bookkeeping, marketing, advertising , purchasing
  • Built small business with $600 investment to a volume of $960K
  • Received Shreveport, LA Small Business of the Year Award
  • One of the first to build an ecommerce website: First to put Lampe Berger Products on the World Wide Web

Education

Bachelor Of Fine Arts - Interior Design, Advertising – Interior Design

Interior Design Continuing Education, Rouge, Louisiana State University, Louisiana Tech University

Skills

  • Industry Expertise
  • Portfolio Management
  • Board Oversight
  • Employee Motivation and Performance

Accomplishments

  • Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].

Affiliations

Shreveport, LA Chamber of Commerce Rotary, Shreveport, L

Eagle Scout

I went through cub scouts, and up through the ranks of boy scouts to earn 30 merit badges to be able to acheive the rank of Eagle at 17.'

I worked with the scouts until I finished my college degree.

Timeline

Business Owner/Operator

Self
09.2019 - Current

Soni Interiors. …………………………………………………………………...…..
07.2017 - 10.2018

Owner/Manager …………………………………………………………………..

12.2011 - 08.2017

OWNER / SALES CONSULTANT…………………………………………………………….

MURRAY & MURRAY
09.2007 - 08.2011

OWNER / SALES CONSULTANT……………………………………………………………...

MURRAYS INTERIOR CONSULTANTS, INC
01.1977 - 08.2007

Bachelor Of Fine Arts - Interior Design, Advertising – Interior Design

Interior Design Continuing Education, Rouge, Louisiana State University, Louisiana Tech University
CHARLES M. MURRAY II