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David Ryan Pratt

Hendersonville,TN

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive experience in sales strategy and revenue generation. Known for enhancing team performance and cultivating client relationships, ready to leverage expertise to drive significant sales growth.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

National Sales Director

Concrete Pump Partners
Nashville, Tennessee
08.2023 - Current

Directed operations of 18 sales representatives across 11 locations in five states.
Generated over $60 million in sales revenue within concrete pumping sector.
Implemented strategies to enhance team performance and drive sales growth.
Monitored sales metrics to identify trends and inform decision-making.
Cultivated strong relationships with key clients to encourage repeat business.
Trained and mentored sales team, improving product knowledge and sales techniques.

General Manager of Operations

Volunteer Rebar
Nashville, Tennessee
10.2018 - 08.2023
  • Led team of approximately 40 in rebar fabrication industry, achieving consistent annual profits around $1M.
    Drove sales strategies while contributing to estimating, engineering, fabrication, and accounting processes.
    Managed production of 10,000 to 14,000 tons of fabricated rebar yearly, ensuring operational efficiency.

Sales Manager

Gerdau Ameristeel
Nashville, Tennessee
07.2008 - 09.2018
  • Directed statewide sales efforts as Sales Manager for Tennessee, promoted in 2016.
    Oversaw sales for Nashville and Knoxville as Senior Sales Representative since 2012.
    Transitioned from Management Associate to Sales Representative in Atlanta within six months of joining in 2008.
    Focused on commercial, GADOT, and SCDOT sales responsibilities during tenure in Atlanta.

Section Commander

United States Air Force, USAF
Panama City, Florida
07.2004 - 07.2008
  • Led team of 10 in all manpower and personnel functions within 325th Operations Support Squadron.
    Executed deployment from 2006 to 2007 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.
    Achieved promotion to 1st Lieutenant in 2006, followed by promotion to Captain in 2008.
    Received honorable discharge in 2008 with final rank of Captain.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature

The Citadel
Charleston, SC
05-2004

Skills

  • Sales strategy and market analysis
  • Revenue generation and forecasting
  • Client relationship management
  • Team performance enhancement
  • Effective communication and negotiation
  • Leadership development and conflict resolution
  • Problem solving and critical thinking
  • Training and mentorship in sales
  • Account development and customer engagement
  • Rebar sales techniques and solution selling
  • Strategic planning for business development

Timeline

National Sales Director

Concrete Pump Partners
08.2023 - Current

General Manager of Operations

Volunteer Rebar
10.2018 - 08.2023

Sales Manager

Gerdau Ameristeel
07.2008 - 09.2018

Section Commander

United States Air Force, USAF
07.2004 - 07.2008

Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature

The Citadel