CHRISTOPHER BEUKEMA
Conroe,United States
Summary
Experienced professional with over 20 years of training and personalized learning for adults in business sales. Highly effective communication skills in both English and Spanish. I am seeking a position within an educational setting where I can help students build confidence to grow their skills and move forward in their future careers after high school. Results-driven Sales Associate known for productivity and efficient task completion. Specializing in customer relationship management, product knowledge, and persuasive communication. Excel in active listening, problem-solving, and adaptability to meet diverse client needs and drive success.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate, Co-Owner, marketing and sales manager
Legends Margarita, LLC
Conroe, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Led the conceptualization and implementation of impactful sales strategies, resulting in a remarkable 20% increase in overall sales revenue within the first year of tenure
- Cultivated and maintained long-lasting partnerships with key clients, leading to exceptional growth in repeat business and enhanced customer satisfaction
- Conducted thorough market trend analysis and competitor assessment, facilitating the discovery of untapped market segments and successful expansion efforts.
Lead generation
Spring Cypress Senior Living, Spring
Cypress, TX
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Via in-house marketing, direct mail, and digital communication
- Outbound communication with existing leads and advancement to move in
- Partner networking events
- Referral partner creation.
Sales Associate- Sleep Expert
Mattress Firm
Conroe, TX
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Create an environment where the customer is always at the center by cultivating strong relationships
- Provide customers with technical and product knowledge information, and serve as a subject matter expert
- Drive individual sales performance and KPIs while demonstrating company values and supporting company initiatives.
- Assisted customers in selecting mattresses based on individual preferences and needs.
- Ensured showroom cleanliness and organized product displays for optimal presentation.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals and improve customer service.
- Trained new associates on sales techniques and store policies for effective performance.
Senior Living Advisor
A Place for Mom
Conroe, TX
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed and executed personalized senior living plans by conducting comprehensive assessments and collaborating with residents and their families to identify their unique needs and preferences
- Facilitated and coordinated successful transitions for seniors by providing guidance, arranging tours, and negotiating contracts with senior living communities, resulting in enhanced quality of life for elderly individuals
- Established and maintained strong relationships with senior living communities, healthcare providers, and referral sources, driving increased availability of suitable housing options for seniors and generating a steady stream of client referrals
- Implemented effective marketing strategies, utilizing digital platforms and community outreach initiatives, to promote senior living services, resulting in a significant increase in inquiries.
Senior Living Community Relations Manager
Enlivant, Fond du
, WI
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Established and maintained strong relationships with senior living communities, healthcare providers, and referral sources, driving increased availability of suitable housing options for seniors and generating a steady stream of client referrals
- Implemented effective marketing strategies, utilizing digital platforms and community outreach initiatives, to promote senior living services, resulting in a significant increase in inquiries and conversions.
Account Executive
Spectrum
09.2019 - 02.2021
- Wisconsin
- Developed and managed existing client relationships, resulting in a 30% increase in retention revenue over a year
- Generated leads through effective networking, cultivated prospects, and built strong customer relationships
- Met and exceeded quarterly quotas consistently, within defined territory by prospecting, qualifying, and closing new business.
Business Account Executive
Charter Communications
03.2014 - 03.2019
- Wisconsin
- Created detailed business plans designed to attain predetermined goals and quotas
- Managed the entire sales cycle from finding a client to securing a deal
- Unearthed new sales opportunities through networking and turned them into long-term partnerships
- Presented products to prospective clients
- Provided professional after-sales support to maximize customer loyalty
- Remained in regular contact with clients to understand and meet their needs
- Responded to complaints and resolved issues to the customer’s satisfaction and maintained the company’s reputation
- Negotiated agreements and kept records of sales and data
- Retail Management & National Account Development
Sales Trainer
Sprint - T-Mobile - Verizon
, Wisconsin
11.1998 - 03.2014
- Built a business customer base, which led to being the number one new business activation manager for 2007 and 2008
- Led and trained more than 50% of my leaders to success, and they were promoted to managerial roles
- Took over market performance to number one in nine months through national account sales training and relationship building
- Created a high-performance culture by challenging sales associates to reach target goals through inbound activities and outbound CRM efforts
- Created, implemented, and trained four markets in the retail-to-business sales program, which prospected new B2B accounts via cold and warm calling.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Wisconsin01.2006
Aviation Electronics -
US Navy
01.1996
Skills
- Proven Spanish Speaker
- Technology Integration
- Direct Sales Training
- Team Training/Supervision
- Market Evaluation
- Solutions-Oriented Selling
- Performance Enhancement
- Recruitment Planning
- Account Development
- Collaboration
- Customer engagement
- Relationship building
- Conflict resolution
- Positive and professional
- Reliable and punctual
Websites
Timeline
Lead generation
Spring Cypress Senior Living, Spring
10.2024 - 05.2025
Sales Associate- Sleep Expert
Mattress Firm
01.2024 - 10.2024
Sales Associate, Co-Owner, marketing and sales manager
Legends Margarita, LLC
08.2022 - Current
Senior Living Advisor
A Place for Mom
07.2022 - 06.2023
Senior Living Community Relations Manager
Enlivant, Fond du
03.2021 - 05.2022
Account Executive
Spectrum
09.2019 - 02.2021
Business Account Executive
Charter Communications
03.2014 - 03.2019
Sales Trainer
Sprint - T-Mobile - Verizon
11.1998 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Aviation Electronics -
US Navy
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