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David Cope

Mesquite,TX

Summary

General Manager with over 15 years of leadership experience in sales, operations, and team development across hospitality, fitness, and healthcare sectors. Proven track record in driving revenue growth and enhancing operational efficiencies through effective cross-functional team leadership. Expertise in building high-performing teams and implementing data-driven strategies to meet business objectives. Recognized for strong communication skills and a commitment to results-oriented management.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Recruiter

Medical Solutions
Omaha (remote), NE
05.2025 - Current
  • Sourced, screened, and managed a pipeline of travel RNs, and allied health professionals for nationwide healthcare contracts.
  • Maintained consistent performance with five candidate submissions and one successful placement per month, exceeding agency expectations.
  • Built strong relationships with clinicians through proactive communication, earning repeat travelers, and high retention rates.
  • Partnered with compliance, credentialing, and account management teams to ensure a seamless onboarding experience.
  • Utilized internal ATS and CRM tools to track candidate activity, job matching, and follow-up outreach.
  • Conducted intake calls to qualify candidates based on licensure, specialty, availability, and geographic preferences.
  • Provided career guidance, market insights, and real-time job updates to support long-term traveler success.

Sales Development Rep.

TriNet
09.2024 - 05.2025
  • Sourced and qualified prospects using Salesforce, ZoomInfo, LinkedIn Navigator, securing over five meetings monthly with a 75% conversion rate.
  • Executed targeted outreach campaigns to engage decision-makers and secure appointments for sales team.
  • Developed follow-up strategies for nurturing relationships with leads not ready to convert.
  • Collaborated with internal recruiters and consultants to devise prospecting strategies tailored to client needs.

Customer Sales and Service Expert

24 Hour Fitness
Mesquite, TX
04.2023 - 09.2024
  • Recruited and onboarded new members via CRM and lead management tools, with a 50% conversion rate.
  • Managed 100+ prospecting calls daily, scheduling appointments, and closing deals.
  • Built a client base of over 150 through prospecting, referrals, and internal networks.
  • Delivered customer solutions and established long-term relationships, achieving a top district sales ranking.

Office Manager, Sales, Recruitment

Sky-Med
San Diego, CA
03.2020 - 04.2023
  • Managed full-cycle recruitment for medical and office staff, sourcing and onboarding candidates efficiently.
  • Developed a robust lead pipeline, achieving a 70% closure rate on prospects.
  • Fostered strong client relationships, resulting in increased repeat business and candidate referrals.
  • Assisted with payroll and employee benefits for over 10 staff members, ensuring compliance.

Event Coordinator & Promoter

Rich's San Diego
San Diego, CA
05.2010 - 05.2020
  • Recruited celebrity talent for events, enhancing relationships and securing repeat bookings.
  • Developed event promotion strategies that boosted attendance by 40 percent quarterly.
  • Coordinated staffing requirements to ensure all positions were filled for large-scale events.

Bar Manager

Urban MO's Bar & Grill
San Diego, CA
02.2004 - 05.2020
  • Recruited and trained over 40 staff members, enhancing team performance and retention.
  • Established a loyal customer base by resolving complaints and converting 90% of dissatisfied customers.
  • Managed scheduling, inventory, and vendor relationships to optimize bar operations.

Education

AAS - Science/Psychology, Business Management

Dallas College
Dallas, TX
05.2023

Skills

  • Sales
  • Leadership
  • Data Driven
  • Strategic Planning
  • Analytical/Interpersonal Skills
  • Performance Driven
  • Goal Orientated
  • Organizational Skills
  • Strong Communication
  • Full-Cycle Recruiting
  • Talent Acquisition
  • High Volume Recruiting
  • Candidate Sourcing & Screening
  • Interviewing & Offer Negotiation
  • Onboarding & Employee Retention
  • Client Relationship Building
  • Job Posting & Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
  • Relationship Building
  • Candidate sourcing
  • Credentialing processes
  • Applicant tracking systems
  • Relationship building
  • Compliance management
  • Interview techniques
  • Sales strategies
  • Negotiation skills
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Onboarding processes
  • Cold calling

Certification

  • HIPAA 1413849
  • CPR ( received through 24 Hr)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Medical Recruiter

Medical Solutions
05.2025 - Current

Sales Development Rep.

TriNet
09.2024 - 05.2025

Customer Sales and Service Expert

24 Hour Fitness
04.2023 - 09.2024

Office Manager, Sales, Recruitment

Sky-Med
03.2020 - 04.2023

Event Coordinator & Promoter

Rich's San Diego
05.2010 - 05.2020

Bar Manager

Urban MO's Bar & Grill
02.2004 - 05.2020

AAS - Science/Psychology, Business Management

Dallas College