Dean Todd
Alexandria,VA
Summary
Motivated Professional: Smart Home, Automation, Technology, IoT, Account/Sales Management, Marketing, Amazon Services Self-directed and driven business development professional with comprehensive accomplishments leading consumer electronics business development, sales operations, implementation, customer retention and cross-functional teams to ensure success and achieve goals. Known as an innovative thinker with strong retail, home automation, investment advisory services, international trade and e-commerce acumen. Demonstrated success developing and seamlessly executing plans in complex organizational structures. Recognized for maximizing performance by implementing appropriate strategies through analysis of details to gain an understanding of the competitive position, emerging issues, trends and relationships. Expertise includes multimillion-dollar accounts, investments and product sales to high net worth individuals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Systems Designer
Magnolia Design Center
07.2014 - 01.2024
- While at Magnolia Design Center, a subsidiary of Best Buy, developed, sold and installed smart home speakers, lights, voice-controlled intelligent personal assistant, high-end audio and video products located in Best Buy stores as well as premium major appliances.
- Exceeded client expectations by identifying and selecting ideal custom solutions.
Associate Director, Business Development
United Commerce Solutions
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Acquired new accounts for clients in domestic and foreign markets.
Lead Sales Consultant
Meyer-Emco
01.2009 - 01.2010
- While at Myer-Emco sold high net-worth clients home theater and automation technologies; trained junior sales associates.
- Ensured profitability by advising the purchasing manager on sales trends and product procurement.
Senior Specialist, Equities
Retirement Planning Services
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Managed $125M+ in assets and oversaw communications between the senior investment adviser and clients.
- Identified optimal investment strategies.
- Fostered trust by meeting with clients for portfolio reviews; asset allocation and opening new accounts.
Financial Adviser
PNC Financial Services
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Generated $5M+ in new investments through prospecting existing clients from retail banking.
- Developed and implemented strategic marketing campaigns.
- Oversaw relationships with wealth management firms and new accounts.
- Processed expense reports.
Marketing Assistant
John Hancock
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Secured new clients by leading estate planning seminars.
- Increased revenue by spearheading a successful marketing campaign for five financial planners.
- Maximized audience and message resonation by leveraging print and web-based marketing tactics.
Lead Consultant, Sales
Meyer-Emco
01.2005 - 01.2006
- While at Myer-Emco matched high net-worth clients with luxury home technology products; advised junior sales associates and the purchasing manager.
Education
BA - Business Administration & Management
University of Texas
Skills
- Sales portfolio oversight
- Customer Relationship Management
- Digital Media, Distribution
- Marketing, Market Research
- Staff Training, Management
- Financial Services, Advisory, Planning
- Business, Key Account Development
- Enterprise Accounts, Technology Sales
- Customer Acquisition, Retention
- Wealth Management, Preservation
- Entertainment Systems, Luxury Goods
- Revenue Generation
- Smart Home Automation, Technology
- Consumer electronics expertise
- Digital Streaming, Artificial Intelligence
Timeline
Senior Systems Designer
Magnolia Design Center
07.2014 - 01.2024
Associate Director, Business Development
United Commerce Solutions
01.2010 - 01.2012
Lead Sales Consultant
Meyer-Emco
01.2009 - 01.2010
Senior Specialist, Equities
Retirement Planning Services
01.2008 - 01.2009
Financial Adviser
PNC Financial Services
01.2006 - 01.2008
Marketing Assistant
John Hancock
01.2006 - 01.2008
Lead Consultant, Sales
Meyer-Emco
01.2005 - 01.2006
BA - Business Administration & Management
University of Texas
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