Hi, I’m
Cory Brandt
Madison,WI
Summary
Results-driven Sales Manager with 10+ years of experience leading high-performing inside sales teams. Expert in driving CRM adoption and scaling sales operations to maximize ROI. Proven track record of transforming top-performing individual contributors into leaders and consistently exceeding multi-million dollar revenue targets through data-driven coaching and consultative sales strategies.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Mad City Windows and Bath
Sales Manager
12.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Promoted from Inside Sales Representative to Sales Manager based on consistent performance and leadership capability.
- Led a team of 15+ sales representatives to consistently achieve 115% of annual sales performance goals.
- Optimized lead flow within LeadPerfection to eliminate workflow inefficiencies, resulting in a more agile sales process and a 30% increase in lead-to-close velocity.
- Managed high-volume inbound sales operations while resolving complex customer concerns and closing high-value opportunities.
- Strengthened customer relationships through proactive communication, increasing overall satisfaction scores and referral rates.
DISH Network
Inside Sales Manager
03.2015 - 11.2020
Job overview
- Promoted from top-performing sales agent to Sales Manager within six months of hire.
- Awarded DISH Network Top Sales Manager (2018) for leading the highest-converting team in the region.
- Boosted team close rates by 22% through the implementation of a new consultative selling and objection-handling framework.
- Managed high-performance teams for over four years, maintaining a 95%+ retention rate among top-performing agents.
- Maintained rigorous accountability through daily KPI tracking, performance analytics, and weekly one-on-one coaching sessions.
Education
University of Wisconsin–Whitewater
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Financial Analysis
Madison Area Technical College (MATC)
Associate Degree from Business Management
University Overview
Dean’s List (multiple semesters)
Skills
Leadership: Sales Training, Team Development, & Mentorship
Additional Information
Activities: Volleyball, softball, snowboarding.
Timeline
Sales Manager
Mad City Windows and Bath
12.2020 - Current
Inside Sales Manager
DISH Network
03.2015 - 11.2020
University of Wisconsin–Whitewater
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Financial Analysis
Madison Area Technical College (MATC)
Associate Degree from Business Management