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Chris White

Tallapoosa,GA

Summary

Results-driven professional with proven track record in business growth and client acquisition. Adept at identifying and capitalizing on new market opportunities while maintaining strong collaborative relationships within teams. Highly reliable, adaptable, and skilled in strategic planning and negotiation.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Representative

Opterra Solutions
05.2023 - 10.2025

- Developed and maintained relationships with commerical, municipal, and industrial clients to promote large-scale vegetation management and weed control services.

-Prospected and generates new business leads through cold calling, networking, referrals, and territory outreach.

-Prepared proposals and bids for long term service agreements with utility companies, railroads, and municipalities.

-Represented the company at trade shows, industry events, and client meetings to strengthen brand visibility and client relationships.

-Conducted site assessments to understand client needs and recommended tailored treatment plans that met safety and environmental regulations.

-Leveraged CRM tools to manage pipelines, forecast sales performance, and to identify emerging market opportunities.

Sales Representative

United Distributors
01.2020 - 03.2023

-Developed and maintained strong customer relationships and networks within designated sales territory.

-Communicated product features, advantages, and benefits to customers.

-Worked with management teams to develop annual sales plans, goals, and targets.

- Analyzed sales data to adjust and improve sales strategies.

-Trained sales team members on company procedures and standards.

-Handled client deposits and transactions and updated billing information in the company databases.

-Negotiated contracts and prices with clients to exceed sales goals.

-Developed strong relationships with clients to grow business networks.

-Built and establishes strong relationships with customers, enabling long-term partnerships.

-Forecasted sales number to gauge product and campaign success.

Business Development Manager

Cade Trucking LLC
12.2015 - 12.2019

-Conducted site visits and sales meetings with clients.

-Built and maintained strong relationships with major stakeholders in the industry.

-Created marketing plans and campaigns to promote products or services to new and existing clients.

-Handled customer complaints and inquiries in a courteous and efficient manner.

-Greeted customers warmly and offered assistance.

-Negotiated contracts with venders to secure best possible prices on supplies and/or services.

-Trained newly hired salespeople according to company policies and procedures.

Business Manager

Coles Transmission Service
05.2000 - 12.2015

-Troubleshot and repaired complex mechanical issues.

-Developed and implemented mechanical maintenance plans to prevent costly equipment breakdowns.

-Performed regular maintenance on mechanical systems.

-Adjusted and balanced mechanical parts to meet specifications.

-Analyzed and estimated production cost, such as labor, equipment and plant space.

-Specialized and customized equipment, machines, and structures.

-Conducted all sales for the company.

-Hired and trained new employees.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

University of West Georgia
Carrollton, Georgia, GA
05.2002

Skills

  • Assisted in managing customer relationship management systems Conducted cold calls to generate leads Utilized Salesforce for tracking sales activities Supported relationship building with clients Provided post-sales support to ensure customer satisfaction Engaged in B2B sales initiatives Developed prospecting skills to identify potential clients Participated in training and development programs Collaborated in inside and outside sales efforts Acquired product and service knowledge to better serve clients Converted leads into sales opportunities Identified new business opportunities for growth Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft systems and ERP systems

Timeline

Business Development Representative

Opterra Solutions
05.2023 - 10.2025

Sales Representative

United Distributors
01.2020 - 03.2023

Business Development Manager

Cade Trucking LLC
12.2015 - 12.2019

Business Manager

Coles Transmission Service
05.2000 - 12.2015

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

University of West Georgia
Chris White