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Deidre Larsen
Sales Professional
Hollister,MO
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Summary
Results-oriented Sales Executive with expertise in lead generation, CRM management, and customer engagement. Skilled in delivering impactful sales presentations and creating effective training programs that drive team performance and sales growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Executive
95% Group
Chicago, Illinois
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Deliver in-depth sales presentations in person and online, product demonstrations and meetings
- Generated sales and trained team members to enhance product knowledge
- Planned and created marketing campaigns, events, and lead-generating activities to drive customer engagement
- Facilitated professional development and product training to improve team capabilities
- Manage CRM tools effectively and efficiently
Educational Sales Consultant
Highlights for Children
Columbus, OH
07.2014 - 02.2023
- Consulted with educators to identify suitable learning materials for students.
- Developed tailored presentations to showcase educational products and solutions.
- Trained teachers on effective implementation of curriculum resources in classrooms.
- Collaborated with sales team to strategize outreach efforts to schools and districts.
- Provided ongoing support to clients, addressing questions and concerns promptly.
- Conducted market research to understand trends in educational needs and preferences.
- Attended educational conferences to network and promote company offerings effectively.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from customers via phone or email.
Owner
MasterTech Solutions
Denver, CO
06.2005 - 07.2014
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Managed sales presentations to promote product and brand benefits.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship, and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
- Developed and implemented technology solutions for various client needs.
- Designed training programs for staff on new technologies and tools.
- Organized events such as trade shows and conferences.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
Education
Education
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OHEducation
Kent State
Youngstown, OHBusiness Administration and Management
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OHWorship Arts
Moody Bible Institute
Chicago, ILSkills
- Product demonstration
- Sales presentations
- Event organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Sales strategy
- Product training
- Market analysis
- Customer engagement
Timeline
Sales Executive
95% Group
03.2023 - 06.2024
Educational Sales Consultant
Highlights for Children
07.2014 - 02.2023
Owner
MasterTech Solutions
06.2005 - 07.2014
Education
Youngstown State University
Education
Kent State
Business Administration and Management
Cuyahoga Community College
Worship Arts
Moody Bible Institute