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David Braun
Executive
Lockport,IL
Work Preference
Quote
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins
Summary
Self-motivated outside sales professional experienced in both technical and non-technical, fast-paced team environments. Relationship building and closing expert. Goal-oriented Sales Executive with 31 years of experience in business sales. Proven leader with excellent salesmanship, negotiation and closing skills. Known for great presentations and skill at increasing audiences to optimize sales. Dynamic executive with extensive experience in customer service. Highly organized professional establishes relationships with customers. Stays calm under pressure. Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Restoration and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
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Timeline
CEO
AI Contractor Leads
08.2025 - Current
Field Supervisor
Roto-Rooter
03.2025 - Current
Sales Executive Team Leader
Skyline Property Restoration
05.2024 - 02.2025
Sales/Field Marketing Representative
Servpro
01.2023 - 02.2024
Senior Managing Director
Focus Mortgage
01.2021 - 01.2023
Market Manager
Sun West Mortgage Company
01.2020 - 01.2021
Sales Pitch And Closing
Coursera
High School Diploma -
Morton West High School
Overview
50
50
Certificate
31
31
years of professional experience
Skills
- Business development and planning
- Sales funnel management
- Sales and market development
- Market trends
- Regional & Territory Sales Management
- Lead Generation and Prospecting
- B2B Sales & Negotiation
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Contract & Pricing Strategy
- Business Development & Market Expansion
- Sales metrics analysis
- Exceeds sales goals
- Sales planning
- Executive presentations
- Competitive positioning
- Sales analytics
- Project management
- Account management strategy
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Negotiation tactics
- Lead development
- Referral marketing
- KPI tracking
- Strategic Sales Presentations
- Salesforce, HubSpot & CRM Tools
- Objection handling
- Sales proposal development
- Influencer marketing
- Prospecting skills
- Performance metrics
- Sales enablement
- Relationship building
- Database management
- Social selling
- Upselling strategies
- Pipeline management
- Data analysis
- CRM software proficiency
- Lead database management
- Trade show participation
- Sales follow-up
- Deal structuring
- Marketing initiatives
- Digital marketing strategies
Certification
- Certified Water Damage Restoration (WRT)
Expertise in assessing and restoring water-damaged properties using industry best practices. - Certified Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration
Specialized training in handling fire and smoke damage restoration projects efficiently and effectively. - Certified in Disaster Mitigation
Knowledge of proactive strategies to mitigate potential property risks and reduce damage in future disasters. - Business Analysis & Process Management – CourseraAnalyze business processes and identify solutions to existing challenges.
Certification link: View Certificate
- Project Planning: Putting It All Together – GoogleMastered components of project planning, risk management, budgeting, and communication strategies.
- Foundations of Project Management – GoogleDeveloped a strong understanding of project management roles, responsibilities, and life cycles.
- Project Initiation: Starting a Successful Project – GoogleSkills in creating project charters, stakeholder analysis, and RACI charts for effective project initiation.
- Small Business Marketing Using YouTube – CourseraTraining in creating and leveraging YouTube for small business growth and brand promotion.
- Introduction to CRM with HubSpotProficient in managing contacts, creating deals, and using CRM tools for sales and marketing effectiveness.
- Sales Pitch and Closing – Northwestern UniversityExpertise in crafting persuasive sales pitches and closing high-value deals.
- Automating Sales Tasks with Zanier – Coursera (Ongoing): Learning to automate repetitive sales and marketing tasks for increased efficiency
- 70 Certifications: linkedin.com
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Education
Sales Pitch And Closing
Coursera
Northwestern University 05-2020
High School Diploma -
Morton West High School
Berwyn, IL06-1993
Work History
CEO
AI Contractor Leads
Chicago , IL
08.2025 - Current
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
Field Supervisor
Roto-Rooter
Chicago , IL
03.2025 - Current
- Kept teams on task to complete milestones on time.
- Planned and scheduled field activities according to set timelines and order of operations.
- Evaluated performance and progress, and made proactive adjustments.
- Met with customers to resolve issues and build productive relationships.
Sales Executive Team Leader
Skyline Property Restoration
Blue Island, IL
05.2024 - 02.2025
Achieved over $3M in sales within first year, securing $1M+ in new business within three months.
Drove revenue growth by optimizing lead conversion and leveraging CRM software.
- Established strong customer relationships through personalized service and innovative property protection strategies.
- Specialized in disaster recovery, focusing on mitigation, structural repairs, and insurance claims management.
- Increased brand awareness via social media, networking, and industry events to generate leads.
- Streamlined operations with Xactimate, CoreLogic, and Salesforce to enhance productivity.
- Developed new revenue streams and led contract negotiations to maximize profitability.
Sales/Field Marketing Representative
Servpro
Chicago , IL
01.2023 - 02.2024
Spearheaded sales initiatives, driving revenue growth and enhancing client retention.
- Developed innovative marketing strategies to support fire victims during property restoration.
- Optimized sales operations and lead generation using Salesforce effectively.
Senior Managing Director
Focus Mortgage
Woodridge, IL
01.2021 - 01.2023
Directed operations, driving substantial business growth and enhancing market presence.
- Cultivated long-term client relationships by providing tailored mortgage solutions.
- Built high-performing teams focused on operational excellence and compliance adherence.
Market Manager
Sun West Mortgage Company
Elmhurst, IL
01.2020 - 01.2021
Strengthened mortgage loan pipeline through strategic hiring and streamlined operations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering timely and seamless services.
References
References available upon request.