David Valentine
Ponte Vedra Beach
Summary
Dynamic Account Executive with a proven track record at La-Z-Boy Furniture Industries, excelling in client relationship building and strategic selling. Mastered account management, consistently exceeding sales targets through innovative solutions and territory management. Skilled in fostering long-term loyalty and opening high-profile accounts, demonstrating exceptional relationship-building abilities and a keen understanding of client needs.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Executive
La-Z-Boy Furniture Industries, Inc
09.2008 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and effectively to ensure long-term loyalty.
- Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while maintaining organization and prioritizing tasks efficiently.
- Exceeded sales targets consistently by identifying new business opportunities and creating customized solutions for clients.
- Established long-lasting relationships with key decision-makers within client organizations, solidifying the company''s reputation as a trusted partner in their respective industries.
Account Executive
La-Z-Boy Furniture Industries, Inc
01.1997 - 09.2008
- Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while maintaining organization and prioritizing tasks efficiently.
- Exceeded sales targets consistently by identifying new business opportunities and creating customized solutions for clients.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and effectively to ensure long-term loyalty.
- Negotiated contracts successfully, securing favorable terms for both the company and clients.
- Directed the 4 store operation in St Louis and managed expansion of the retail business
Account Executive
Thomasville Furniture Industries
03.1987 - 12.1996
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and effectively to ensure long-term loyalty.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on product offerings, ensuring accurate representation during sales pitches or negotiations with clients.
- Boosted client satisfaction by developing and maintaining strong relationships through effective communication.
Account Executive
Simmons Mattress
01.1984 - 02.1987
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and effectively to ensure long-term loyalty.
- Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while maintaining organization and prioritizing tasks efficiently.
- Exceeded sales targets consistently by identifying new business opportunities and creating customized solutions for clients.
- Boosted client satisfaction by developing and maintaining strong relationships through effective communication
- Opened two high profile accounts. Added Haverty's and Gabbert's Furniture
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Georgia
Athens, GA06-1983
Skills
- Client relationship building
- Account management
- Relationship building and management
- Pipeline management
- Strategic selling
- New business opportunities
- Territory management
Timeline
Account Executive
La-Z-Boy Furniture Industries, Inc
09.2008 - Current
Account Executive
La-Z-Boy Furniture Industries, Inc
01.1997 - 09.2008
Account Executive
Thomasville Furniture Industries
03.1987 - 12.1996
Account Executive
Simmons Mattress
01.1984 - 02.1987
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Georgia
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