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Chris Gary

Oklahoma City

Summary

Accomplished business leader with a proven track record at Sage Solar Oklahoma, enhancing customer satisfaction and expanding market reach through strategic planning and relationship building. Expert in operations management and negotiation, consistently driving revenue growth. Skilled in fostering client relationships and executing effective marketing strategies, achieving significant business development milestones.

Talented Owner with excellent marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills and more than 30 years of experience. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/General Manager/Senior Sales Executive

Sage Solar Oklahoma
01.2023 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans for revenue growth, focusing on diversification and market expansion.
  • Elevated brand awareness with targeted marketing campaigns, leveraging social media and digital platforms.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.

OwnerGeneral Manager/General Manager/Team Lead Sales Associate

Sun City Solar Energy
11.2007 - 12.2023
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Increased market share with strategic business development efforts, expanding into untapped markets.
  • Fostered partnerships with industry leaders, enhancing company's reputation and creating new business opportunities.
  • Conducted market research to identify customer needs and adjusted product offerings accordingly, increasing customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Outside Sales Representative

Waste Management Inc
07.1993 - 11.2007
  • Increased territory sales by building strong relationships with key clients and identifying new business opportunities.
  • Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
  • Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
  • Exceeded monthly sales targets and quotas consistently.
  • Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory.
  • Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to increase revenue in assigned territories.
  • Negotiated terms and contracts with clients to maintain profitable sales.

Inside Sales Representative

C-4 Industrial Supply
05.1990 - 07.1993
  • Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices, and availability.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong relationships with clients and providing insightful product recommendations.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through attentive service, addressing concerns promptly, and offering tailored solutions.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK
05-1990

High School Diploma -

Bishop Kelley High School
Tulsa, OK
05-1985

Skills

  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Project management
  • Operations management
  • Marketing
  • Strategic planning
  • Business planning
  • Business development
  • Business marketing
  • Negotiation
  • Sales strategy development
  • Customer relations

Timeline

Owner/General Manager/Senior Sales Executive

Sage Solar Oklahoma
01.2023 - Current

OwnerGeneral Manager/General Manager/Team Lead Sales Associate

Sun City Solar Energy
11.2007 - 12.2023

Outside Sales Representative

Waste Management Inc
07.1993 - 11.2007

Inside Sales Representative

C-4 Industrial Supply
05.1990 - 07.1993

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Northeastern State University

High School Diploma -

Bishop Kelley High School

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