Colton Emerson
Savannah,GA
Summary
Results-driven sales leader, entrepreneur, and business development professional with a proven record of generating high revenue in commission-based sales, launching new markets, building teams, and creating strong client relationships. Earned $150K–$200K annually for three consecutive years in a 100% commission sales role while producing $800K–$1.5M in annual sales volume. Experienced in prospecting, pipeline development, closing high-value deals, training sales teams, and driving business growth. Entrepreneurial and highly self-motivated, with strong communication skills, leadership ability, and a track record of producing results in competitive, performance-driven environments. Seeking a remote sales opportunity where proven closing ability, leadership, and relationship-building skills can drive revenue and long-term growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Builder / Independent Network Marketing Leader
Independent Organization
Coastal Carolina Area
- Built and led a team of 100+ individuals in a performance-based organization while simultaneously working in high-level sales.
- Recruited, mentored, and developed team members with a strong focus on leadership, growth, culture, and accountability.
- Hosted events and leadership gatherings to strengthen team engagement and communication.
- Developed practical experience in recruiting, motivating teams, and building a high-performance culture.
Additional Early Experience
Chick-fil-A
- Developed a strong work ethic, service mindset, and team-based communication skills through early customer-facing roles.
Additional Early Experience
Nursing Home Support Staff
- Developed a strong work ethic, service mindset, and team-based communication skills through early customer-facing roles.
Founder / Owner
Saltwater Epoxy
Savannah, GA
12.2025 - Current
- Founded and launched a startup epoxy coatings business specializing in decorative flooring, countertops, and custom surface solutions.
- Lead all sales and business development efforts, including prospecting, customer consultations, quoting, follow-up, and closing.
- Manage client relationships from initial inquiry through project completion, ensuring strong communication and customer satisfaction.
- Develop growth through referrals, social media, networking, and relationship-based outreach.
- Oversee daily business operations, scheduling, project coordination, and brand development while scaling a startup business.
Real Estate Investor / Hospitality Co-Owner
Independent Investment & Development Projects
Savannah, GA
01.2024 - Current
- Built investment opportunities through strategic networking and relationship development.
- Formed a business relationship with a Savannah-area developer after completing a roofing project, leading to collaboration on early-stage real estate investments.
- Participated in a 6–8 month acquisition and development process that resulted in the closing of a $2.5 million hotel property in Atlanta, GA.
- Supported business planning, investor communication, project coordination, and long-term growth strategy.
- Own a Myrtle Beach townhome rental property, building hands-on experience in investment ownership and asset growth.
Sales Manager / Branch Builder / Senior Roofing Consultant
Brazen Roofing
Myrtle Beach, SC
01.2023 - 12.2025
- Performed in a 100% commission-based sales role, earning $150,000–$200,000 annually for three consecutive years through direct-to-consumer roofing sales.
- Generated $800,000–$1.5M in annual sales volume while consistently ranking among top producers.
- Built and managed a strong sales pipeline through self-generated prospecting, storm market development, referrals, networking, and relationship-driven sales.
- Conducted in-home consultations, roof inspections, and client presentations, helping homeowners understand repair and replacement solutions.
- Developed strong expertise in objection handling, urgency creation, trust-building, and closing high-value residential deals.
- Identified a major market opportunity in Savannah, GA and independently traveled 4 hours weekly from Myrtle Beach to build a new pipeline after storm activity.
- Became the only sales rep proactively building that market, helping establish a strong foundation for company expansion.
- Was later selected to help launch the Savannah branch, taking on leadership responsibilities while maintaining elite personal production.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, and managed a growing sales team while maintaining top-level individual sales performance.
- Helped develop sales culture, accountability, and field training systems for newer representatives.
Front Desk Associate
Hampton Inn Bangor
Bangor, ME
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Delivered front desk support and customer service in a fast-paced hospitality environment while attending college.
- Managed guest communication, reservations, check-ins/check-outs, and issue resolution.
- Built strong customer service, professionalism, and communication skills in a client-facing role.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Bangor High School
Bangor, MECollege Coursework - undefined
Hudson University
Skills
Remote Sales
High-Ticket Closing
Full-Cycle Sales
Lead generation and prospecting
Door-to-Door Sales
Team Building/Building Cultures
Pipeline Development
Objection Handling
Consultative Selling
Client Relationship Management
Negotiation & Closing
Sales Training & Coaching
Team Leadership
Market Expansion
Business Development
CRM Adaptability
Communication & Presentation
Entrepreneurship
Proven ability to thrive in performance-based, commission-only environments
Strong closer with a history of self-generated pipeline and high-ticket sales
Natural relationship builder with excellent communication and trust-building ability
Leadership style rooted in servant leadership, mentorship, and helping others succeed
Highly motivated, competitive, and disciplined with an entrepreneurial mindset
Experienced in both individual production and team development
Timeline
Founder / Owner
Saltwater Epoxy
12.2025 - Current
Real Estate Investor / Hospitality Co-Owner
Independent Investment & Development Projects
01.2024 - Current
Sales Manager / Branch Builder / Senior Roofing Consultant
Brazen Roofing
01.2023 - 12.2025
Front Desk Associate
Hampton Inn Bangor
01.2021 - 01.2022
Team Builder / Independent Network Marketing Leader
Independent Organization
Additional Early Experience
Chick-fil-A
Additional Early Experience
Nursing Home Support Staff
High School Diploma - undefined
Bangor High School
College Coursework - undefined
Hudson University