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David Allen

Baltimore,MD

Summary

Business Development Manager skilled in growing sales and improving stakeholder relations. Strategically-minded in capturing new business and leveraging dynamic market opportunities. Accomplished in exceeding targets with results-driven approach.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Business Development Manager

TerraCycle
05.2023 - Current


  • Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements to business development processes.
  • Conducted market research to identify industry trends and inform strategic decisions for growth.
  • Liaised with marketing, account management, legal and pricing teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Participated in weekly forums with global team leaders to ensure largest opportunities will close.

Manager, Business Development

TerraCycle
03.2022 - 05.2023
  • Managed a team of four sales professionals, providing coaching and guidance to optimize performance.
  • Exceeded team sales targets consistently by 33% - 200% by cultivating a high-performance team culture.
  • Negotiated and closed multi-year agreements with new clients including global MSA’s with fortune 500 companies.
  • Consistently expanded company offerings into new verticals and markets.

Business Development Associate

TerraCycle
01.2020 - 03.2022
  • Exceeded sales targets by 300%
  • Successfully closed and negotiated 7-figure deals
  • Monitored sales pipeline closely to track progress toward annual sales targets.
  • Built and delivered proposals and presentations to prospective clients in a timely and professional manner.

Underwriter

United States Liability Insurance
11.2018 - 01.2020
  • Successfully completed various insurance designations
  • Developed strong relationships with brokers, leading to a higher volume of quality submissions and successful underwritings.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and offering comprehensive explanations of underwriting decisions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

West Chester University
West Chester, PA
05.2015

Skills

  • Key Account Management
  • Proposal Development
  • Territory Management
  • Pricing strategy
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Sales closing
  • Lead prospecting
  • CRM software proficiency
  • Project Management
  • Relationship Development

Timeline

Sr. Business Development Manager

TerraCycle
05.2023 - Current

Manager, Business Development

TerraCycle
03.2022 - 05.2023

Business Development Associate

TerraCycle
01.2020 - 03.2022

Underwriter

United States Liability Insurance
11.2018 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

West Chester University
David Allen