Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Christopher Mele

Hermitage,PA

Summary

Senior sales and operations executive with 25+ years of leadership experience driving sustained revenue growth, market expansion, and operational excellence within the fireworks and special effects industry. Proven ability to scale regional performance, evidenced by leading a $14M+ territory with 20% year-over-year growth while consistently exceeding financial and operational targets. Elite producer with a $3.5M personal book of business, combining strategic vision with hands-on execution. Recognized for building and leading high-performing teams, optimizing operational efficiency, and developing long-term client partnerships that drive repeat business and profitability. Adept at aligning sales strategy with organizational goals, navigating competitive markets, and delivering measurable results at scale.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Director

Pyrotecnico
01.1998 - Current
  • Oversee sales and operations for the company's largest region, generating over $14M in annual revenue.
  • Achieved 20% year-over-year growth in 2025, surpassing financial targets.
  • Manage a $3.5M personal book of business, ranking among top producers.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve revenue growth and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Facilitated inter-team communication to improve project execution and collaboration.

Sales Representative

Zambelli Fireworks
01.1991 - 01.1998
  • Managed client base and generated new business through targeted research and cold calling efforts.
  • Built strong client relationships and secured contracts, directly contributing to increased revenue.
  • Transitioned from seasonal operational role to full-time sales representative.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology/Pre-Law

Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA
05-1992

Skills

  • Sales leadership and strategy
  • Revenue growth and financial management
  • Operations and business development
  • Client relationship management
  • Team and project management
  • Meetings and presentations

Timeline

Regional Director

Pyrotecnico
01.1998 - Current

Sales Representative

Zambelli Fireworks
01.1991 - 01.1998

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology/Pre-Law

Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Christopher Mele