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
Sales Training & Coaching
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
College Coursework - undefined
Hudson University
High School Diploma - undefined
Bangor High School
Additional Early Experience
Nursing Home Support Staff
Additional Early Experience
Chick-fil-A
Team Builder / Independent Network Marketing Leader
Independent Organization