David Torres
West Simsbury,CT
Summary
Resourceful Sales consultant bringing more than 20 years of experience in Sales. Knowledgeable about technical, installation and service details. Articulate, diplomatic and courteous with all customers and personnel. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Solar Sales Consultant
Powur
11.2022 - Current
- Completed Tier 1 & Tier 2 certifications
- Prepared analyses of customer's current and projected electrical usage, demonstrating financial return on investment via new system introduction.
- Discussed solar benefits with customers and drew comparisons with power company rates and drawbacks.
- Produced quotes, proposals and contracts as part of sales process.
- Gathered information from prospective customers to identify solar energy needs.
- Gave smooth and successful presentations at customer locations.
- Generated solar energy customer leads to develop new accounts.
- Followed-up with warm prospects to deepen connections and convert leads.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
President/Owner
Torres Capital Management, LLC
01.2021 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
- Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in significant increase in revenues.
- Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
- Worked with marketing teams to create print and online advertisements to bring in new customers.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Founded and managed Insurance & Annuity business, growing revenue to $489,000 in first year.
Agency Owner
FFL Driven
04.2020 - Current
- Assessed customer needs and developed individualized solutions to reach customer satisfaction.
- Designed strategic marketing and advertising campaigns to enhance agency development in market.
- Answered phone calls and e-mails regarding inquiries and arranged meetings for official business.
- Oversaw day-to-day production and growth of agency, turning over more than $3.1 million per year through consistent supervision and dedicated partnerships.
- Managed staff performance of staff by proactively addressing deficiencies and training weaknesses.
- Protected client and co-worker confidentiality, maintained data privacy compliance and adhered to HIPAA restrictions.
- Recruited, hired and developed top candidates for open vacancies and retained staff using consistent mentoring and positive feedback.
- Developed and implemented successful business plans focused on cost-effective service delivery and revenue development.
- Maintained personnel files and regularly conducted audits to verify accuracy of information.
- Tracked and evaluated financial performance in order to make proactive adjustments to business plans.
- Attended seminars, conferences and organizational activities to maintain management expertise.
- Approved staff hiring, termination, promotions and department transfers.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
Solar Sales Consultant
Freedom Forever Solar
06.2019 - 11.2022
- Prepared analyses of customer's current and projected electrical usage, demonstrating financial return on investment via new system introduction.
- Over 30 installs completed in 2022 by soliciting fresh clients, working referrals and implementing and coaching a comprehensive follow up routine with potential clients.
- Generated solar energy customer leads to develop new accounts.
- Educated homeowners on benefits of solar energy such as potential savings, lowered environmental impacts and likely increases in home value.
- Leveraged contacts with satisfied customers to generate referrals and new business.
- Responded to inquiries from potential customers via email and telephone.
- Conducted follow-up calls with warm leads to cement connections and pursue conversions. Conducted solar consultations with new prospects, sold solar energy programs and processed, enrolled and serviced new customers through finished product.
- Gathered information from prospective customers to identify solar energy needs.
- Gave smooth and successful presentations at customer locations.
- Followed-up with warm prospects to deepen connections and convert leads.
Founder
Currencyninjas.com, LLC
01.2013 - 12.2020
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Secured sufficient funds to cover business obligations by tracking expenses and budgeting accurately.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Defined company roles and responsibilities to establish and enhance processes.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
- Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
- Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
Education
No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Champlain College
Burlington, VTNo Degree - Athletic Training
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MASkills
- Professional Relationships
- Warm Calling
- Converting Leads
- Effective Customer Communication
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Customer Accounts Management
- Client Satisfaction
- Closing Sales
- Return on Investment
- Business Development
- Serving Customer Needs
- Client Retention
- Solar Project Coordination
- New Business Opportunities
- Market Positioning
- Solar Energy Product Recommendations
- Energy Requirement Assessment
- Site Suitability Evaluation
- Solar Product Sales
- Energy Solutions
- Profit Margins
- Sales Cycle Management
Certification
- Insurance and Annuity License & CE credits completed since 1998.
- Tier 1 & Tier 2 certification, Powur Solar - 2023
Timeline
Solar Sales Consultant
Powur
11.2022 - Current
President/Owner
Torres Capital Management, LLC
01.2021 - Current
Agency Owner
FFL Driven
04.2020 - Current
Solar Sales Consultant
Freedom Forever Solar
06.2019 - 11.2022
Founder
Currencyninjas.com, LLC
01.2013 - 12.2020
No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Champlain College
No Degree - Athletic Training
Bridgewater State University
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