Open To Work
Darren Ervin
Conroe,TX
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven leader with a proven track record of exceptional achievements in sports, marketing, and business management. Recognized for fostering high-performance environments through strong client relationships and superior communication skills. Expertise in problem-solving within fast-paced settings, complemented by outstanding consulting abilities that excel with minimal supervision. Core strengths include integrity, adaptability, effective communication, and a visionary approach to execution.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Aldine Independent School District
08.2023 - 05.2026
- Developed and implemented Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to support students with diverse learning, behavioral, and developmental needs.
- Adapted curriculum and instructional strategies to promote academic growth and student success across K–12 grade levels.
- Collaborated with teachers, specialists, administrators, and families to provide comprehensive student support and ensure compliance with special education regulations.
- Monitored student progress, maintained required documentation, and utilized data-driven interventions to improve educational outcomes.
- HAASBE Teacher of the Year
Regional Sales Manager
Virtual Hearing Solutions Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Establish client relations for Audiology services amongst the central region (Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, Nevada, & Maryland)
- Close business deals by negotiating contracts and identifying new customer relations through market research
- Serve as a liaison between account management and nursing homes for scheduling
- Develop strategies to enhance business opportunities within the healthcare market
- Coordinate scheduling for services provided to the community (Covid-19 testing)
Director of Business Development
Legacy Distribution LLC.
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Worked with company owners and operations manager to plan and execute start-up business with statewide grocery stores, restaurants, bars and warehouses.
- Built strategic partnerships with thriving product owners and H.E.B Corporation, state officials and other local key stakeholders.
- Maintained organized and presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales.
- Trained and developed new sales team associates in product demos, selling techniques and company procedures.
- Built and cultivated relationships with H.E.B store managers weekly, resulting in growing company distribution of product in approximately 100 H.E.B stores and 50 local businesses.
Director of Business Development
NFL Alumni Association
11.2018 - 12.2019
- Establish and maintain on-going client relationships with the various parties to anticipate and resolve potential problems.
- Locates or proposes potential business deals by contacting potential partners, discovering and exploring opportunities.
- Screens potential business deals and performs market research and analysis
- Develops negotiating strategies and positions by studying integration of new venture with company strategies and operations; examining risks and potentials; estimating partner’s needs and goals
- Closes new business deals by coordinating requirements, developing and negotiating contracts; integrating contract requirements with business operations
- Protects organization’s value by keeping information confidential
- Assist with Membership enrollment and retention
Education
Master of Science - Sports Administration
05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
12-2014
- Emphasis- Economics and International Trade
- Thesis-FIFA: United We Stand Deceive Us We Fall
Skills
- Key account management
- Targeted group instruction
- Fostering collaborative relationships
- Sales training and leadership
- Vendor management
- Revenue growth
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
HybridTimeline
Special Education Teacher - Aldine Independent School District
08.2023 - 05.2026
Regional Sales Manager - Virtual Hearing Solutions Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2023
Director of Business Development - Legacy Distribution LLC.
01.2019 - 01.2022
Director of Business Development - NFL Alumni Association
11.2018 - 12.2019
Canisius College - Master of Science, Sports Administration
University of California, Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Interdisciplinary Studies