Corey Lazzaro
East Amherst,NY
Summary
Results-driven Business Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in strategic planning, team leadership, and operational improvement. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless management and business growth.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Manager
Hometeck Roofing and Remodeling
Lancaster, NY
09.2022 - Current
- Supported internal business operations to maintain smooth workflow and efficient resource use.
- Updated Hometeck client records to strengthen client relationship management.
- Used MarketSharp CRM and Jobber to organize business operations and improve data access.
- Worked with marketing team to build website, improve SEO, and increase social media engagement.
- Completed daily client outreach calls to connect with prospects and present services.
- Served as HR liaison for employees.
Contact Tracer, NYS Contact Tracing Initiative
Staffing Solutions Organization LLC
Albany, NY
12.2020 - 07.2021
- Conducted initial interviews and engaged contacts of positive COVID-19 cases, assigning quarantine orders and verifying vaccination and prior case status
- Followed up daily on all assigned contacts and those transferred from team to ensure compliance and support
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of CDC, NYS, and County guidelines related to travel and contacts through daily team meetings, regional meetings, and weekly updates from NYS Department of Health
Co-founder
gracie + cameron
East Amherst, NY
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Launched girls clothing line emphasizing positive messaging and brand identity
- Created comprehensive marketing strategy including photo shoots, website, and design elements
- Developed product line, charitable collaborations, and retail strategies
- Featured in Buffalo Magazine, October 2016 https://buffalonews.com/buffalo-magazine/girls-clothes-that-speak-volumes/article_fe21f2d9-b680-5316-ad3b-21416c533a3c.html
- Produced promotional video highlighting brand values and product offerings
Account Executive Mid-Atlantic VAR Sales (12/08-2/09)
Ingram Micro
Williamsville, NY
09.1999 - 02.2009
- Field management of top tiered commercially focused VARs in the Mid-Atlantic ($100M+ territory in 2009)
- Maintained and grew share of named accounts while identifying new partner opportunities
- Engaged partners by introducing new technologies, services, and vendors to develop and implement growth strategies
- Led inside team through collaboration, pipeline management, and shared objectives
Business Development Manager Mid-Atlantic VAR Sales (12/05-12/08)
Ingram Micro
Williamsville, NY
09.1999 - 02.2009
- Grew revenue 25% YOY on a $52M territory from 2006 to 2007
- Grew territory by managing existing accounts and identifying new opportunity partners.
- Engaged customers through meetings focused on new opportunities, shared shift discussions, and strategy planning sessions with Ingram Micro partners.
- Collaborated with inside sales team through daily engagement and weekly planning meetings.
- Field management of commercially focused VARs in the Mid-Atlantic territory
- Advanced to account executive role
Business Development Manager - Leasing (7/05-12/05)
Ingram Micro
Williamsville, NY
09.1999 - 02.2009
- Managed relationship functions for the existing customer base and developed new business opportunities in the Southern US.
- Achieved increasingly aggressive monthly revenue and GP goals through strategic relationship management and targeted initiatives
- Partnered with Ingram Micro sales and lending partners on field visits, educating resellers on Ingram Micro's Preferred Leasing program to drive adoption
- Collaborated with vendor partners to launch new programs, enhancing sales growth by integrating IMPL as a finance option
- Train IM sales, credit, and market development on Ingram Micros leasing program
- Meet with internal Sales Managers/Directors/VPs to discuss initiatives and facilitate training plans
- Attend Ingram Micro customer invitations to present and educate on IMPL
- Advanced to the role of Business Development Manager for Value-Added Reseller Sales
Financial Services Manager (4/04-7/05)
Ingram Micro
Williamsville, NY
09.1999 - 02.2009
- Promoted to business development manager, leasing, to drive growth in leasing portfolio.
Vendor Licensing Specialist II for Corel, Autodesk, Borland, WRQ, Red Hat and Now Software (4/03-4/04)
Ingram Micro
Williamsville, NY
09.1999 - 02.2009
Vendor Licensing Specialist I for Corel (4/01-4/03)
Ingram Micro
Williamsville, NY
09.1999 - 02.2009
Vendor Licensing Specialist for Network Associates (11/00-4/01)
Ingram Micro
Williamsville, NY
09.1999 - 02.2009
Licensing Support Representative for Network Associates (7/00-11/00)
Ingram Micro
Williamsville, NY
09.1999 - 02.2009
High End Storage Sales Specialist (3/00-7/00)
Ingram Micro
Williamsville, NY
09.1999 - 02.2009
Sales Support Representative (9/99-3/00)
Ingram Micro
Williamsville, NY
09.1999 - 02.2009
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT BUFFALO
Skills
- Business operations optimization
- Sales strategy development
- Client relationship management
- CRM software utilization
- Market analysis
- Digital marketing strategy
- Revenue growth management
- Strategic planning
- Process improvement
- Business development
- Decision-making
- Analytical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Leadership qualities
COMMUNITY
- The Maria Love Convalescent Fund, Board Director, 2023-2026, Co-Chair 2024-2025 Charity Ball
- Rescue Dog Foster, Buddy's Second Chance Rescue
Timeline
Business Manager
Hometeck Roofing and Remodeling
09.2022 - Current
Contact Tracer, NYS Contact Tracing Initiative
Staffing Solutions Organization LLC
12.2020 - 07.2021
Co-founder
gracie + cameron
08.2015 - 05.2017
Account Executive Mid-Atlantic VAR Sales (12/08-2/09)
Ingram Micro
09.1999 - 02.2009
Business Development Manager Mid-Atlantic VAR Sales (12/05-12/08)
Ingram Micro
09.1999 - 02.2009
Business Development Manager - Leasing (7/05-12/05)
Ingram Micro
09.1999 - 02.2009
Financial Services Manager (4/04-7/05)
Ingram Micro
09.1999 - 02.2009
Vendor Licensing Specialist II for Corel, Autodesk, Borland, WRQ, Red Hat and Now Software (4/03-4/04)
Ingram Micro
09.1999 - 02.2009
Vendor Licensing Specialist I for Corel (4/01-4/03)
Ingram Micro
09.1999 - 02.2009
Vendor Licensing Specialist for Network Associates (11/00-4/01)
Ingram Micro
09.1999 - 02.2009
Licensing Support Representative for Network Associates (7/00-11/00)
Ingram Micro
09.1999 - 02.2009
High End Storage Sales Specialist (3/00-7/00)
Ingram Micro
09.1999 - 02.2009
Sales Support Representative (9/99-3/00)
Ingram Micro
09.1999 - 02.2009
Bachelor of Arts - English
STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT BUFFALO