Communication
David Comer
Sales
Denham Springs,LA
Summary
Highly organized and accomplished Sales Executive, well-versed in monitoring market conditions and changes to promote options to customers. Gifted in building connections, demonstrating products and maintaining consistent sales. Persuasive negotiator with forward-thinking and performance-oriented nature. Dynamic Sales Executive with 20 years of experience providing high level of customer service while increasing revenues. Successful at leveraging sales technologies, software and CRM data to identify, analyze and act upon leads, opportunities and sales funnels. Personable communicator focused on exceeding client expectations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Marketing/Sales Executive
SERVPRO
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2021 - Current
- Researched sales opportunities and possible leads to exceed sales goals and increase profits.
- Exceeded 1st years Sales quota by 1800% sales goals.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Increased revenue by implementing effective sales strategies in sales cycle process from prospecting leads through close.
Busness Development Rep
CRV Surveillance
Baton Rouge, United States
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Networked among local business and community organizations to develop leads and generate business.
- Brought in new accounts through successful networking strategies and promotional approaches.
- Expanded business through effective network development, identifying new, and prospective clients.
- Maintained extensive knowledge of company products and services to provide top-notch expertise to customers.
Fire Suppression Representative II
Johnson Controls
Baton Rouge, United States
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Understood each target customer's business model, mapped out organization, and identified unique technology needs.
- Responded to customer questions via telephone and written correspondence regarding insurance benefits, provider contracts, eligibility, and claims.
- Developed and maintained positive customer relations and coordinated with team members to properly handle requests and questions.
- Managed inventory to provide customers with access to products in high demand.
Account Executive Fire Solutions
Siemens Building Technologies
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Strengthened customer relationships with proactive and collaborative approach to managing needs.
- Built and strengthened relationships with new and existing accounts to drive revenue growth.
- Prepared forecasts to gain understanding of measures needed to grow business.
- Researched competitive landscape and emerging technologies to position brand in global marketplace.
Account Executive
Johnson Controls Security Solutions
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Strengthened customer relationships with proactive and collaborative approach to managing needs.
- Built and strengthened relationships with new and existing accounts to drive revenue growth.
- Executed successful sales strategies to convert leads into customers.
- Prepared additional quotes for current clients to upsell products and services.
Sales Engineer
Concept Electronics
Baton Rouge, United States
06.2015 - 07.2017
- Managed technical integration, systems engineering program management, customer support and program management.
- Prepared cost estimates and bid documents by studying customer RFPs and consulting with project managers.
- Attended trade shows and seminars to promote products and network with industry contacts.
- Contributes to sales engineering effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-range issues and recommending courses of action.
Senior Sales Executive
Stanley Security Solutions
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
08.2009 - 02.2015
- Utilized multiple marketing strategies to improve profitability.
- Analyzed market trends in consumer industries to implement appropriate marketing and sales methods.
- Developed relationships with high-profile clientele by successfully employing [Type] sales techniques.
- Received Top 20 out of 2,100 recognition for achieving 700% quota annually.
Manager/Sales/Driver
ODOM Transport
Baton Rouge, United States
03.2006 - 08.2009
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
Education
No Degree - Information Technology/ Business Management
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA 08.1996 - 05.1999
High School Diploma -
Woodlawn High School
Baton Rouge, LA 08.1992 - 05.1996
Skills
Sales expertise
Operations
Cold Calling
Product and service sales
Sales forecasting
Sales funnel development
Business development and planning
Business networking
Sales strategy
Lead Generation
Public speaking
Territory Management
Data analysis
Product promotions
Lead prospecting
Team Training
Networking skills
Relationship building and management
Account development
Sales Reporting
Converting leads
Brand Management
CRM Systems
Checking quotes
Account verification
Software
Problem Solving
Presentation
Negotiation
Closing
Multitasking
Verbal and Written Skills
Adaptability to Change
Decision Making
CRM
Salesforce
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Operating Systems
Social media
Attention to Detail
Time Management
Collaboration and Team Work
Certification
A+ Certification
Interests
Habitat for Humanity
Community involvement
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.
Thomas Edison
Timeline
Marketing/Sales Executive
SERVPRO
02.2021 - Current
Busness Development Rep
CRV Surveillance
08.2020 - 02.2021
Fire Suppression Representative II
Johnson Controls
03.2020 - 08.2020
Account Executive Fire Solutions
Siemens Building Technologies
09.2018 - 05.2019
Account Executive
Johnson Controls Security Solutions
09.2017 - 09.2018
Sales Engineer
Concept Electronics
06.2015 - 07.2017
Senior Sales Executive
Stanley Security Solutions
08.2009 - 02.2015
Manager/Sales/Driver
ODOM Transport
03.2006 - 08.2009
A+ Certification
05-2000
No Degree - Information Technology/ Business Management
Southeastern Louisiana University
08.1996 - 05.1999
High School Diploma -
Woodlawn High School
08.1992 - 05.1996