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COLIN SPEER

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Seasoned Business Development Representative with a strong background in developing and executing strategies to drive company growth. Proven skills in identifying potential markets, establishing business relationships, and negotiating contracts. Effective communicator with the ability to influence key decision-makers, resulting in enhanced partnerships and increased sales revenue. Demonstrated success in improving operational efficiency while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Director/ Head Coach/ Recruiter

3POINT LACROSSE
Raleigh, NC
05.2023 - Current
  • Helped the company generate nearly $1 million in revenue in the first full year
  • Conducted outreach activities, such as cold calling, and emailing to expand company territory
  • Headed the recruitment, and marketing campaign to scale over 300 new clients within less than 6 months
  • Developed and maintained relationships with potential customers to understand their business needs
  • Guided, communicated and mentored staff in understanding program standards and culture
  • Implemented training programs that improved individual skills, teamwork and overall performance
  • Developed comprehensive marketing strategies that increased brand awareness and engagement by 50% over a six-month period
  • Monitored competitor activities and market conditions to identify threats and opportunities

Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach

CARY ACADEMY
Cary, NC
03.2023 - Current
  • Inherited team with .266 win percentage, within 1 full calendar year improved win percentage to .588, tying most wins in program history
  • Acted as a mentor and role model for student-athletes, promoting academic success and character development
  • Initiated clear communication channels with team members, parents, admissions office and school administration
  • Recreated a winning team culture with core values of resiliency, inclusion, discipline and collaboration
  • Assisted in recruiting, selecting, and training of assistant coaches
  • Managed team budget, equipment inventory and scheduling of games and practices
  • Prepared scouting reports on opposing teams prior to each game

Founder/ Head Trainer/ Mentor

PHOENIX PRIVATE TRAINING
Raleigh, NC
02.2023 - Current
  • Developed the first lacrosse training company in NC that provided a network of coaches in varying locations operating through automated scheduling
  • Scaled from a handful of clients to over 200, totaling over 750 program subscribers in less than 2 years
  • Built a team of highly-skilled professionals to support business objectives, including NCAA Division 1 professionals
  • Networked with local businesses & organizations to strengthen grassroot connections with potential target customers
  • Provided mentorship, helping first year coaches understand the aspects of entrepreneurship, community engagement, & sales-based closing
  • Created compelling content for social media, and email newsletters that boosted audience engagement by 75%
  • Maintained relationships with key clients to secure repeat business
  • Designed organizational structures through automated scheduling systems for efficient operations management

Education

BACHELOR’S DEGREE - Communications

The University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
12-2024

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Relationship Building
  • Staff Training
  • Sales proposal creation
  • Territory Development
  • Account Management
  • Client Acquisition
  • Sales
  • Business Relationship Management
  • Contract negotiation and closing tactics
  • Superior Customer Service
  • Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills

Timeline

Director/ Head Coach/ Recruiter

3POINT LACROSSE
05.2023 - Current

Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach

CARY ACADEMY
03.2023 - Current

Founder/ Head Trainer/ Mentor

PHOENIX PRIVATE TRAINING
02.2023 - Current

BACHELOR’S DEGREE - Communications

The University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
COLIN SPEER