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Dennis Richards

St. Petersburg,FL

Summary

Territory Sales Representative driven to create new customers within short amount of time. Motivated to generate and increase sales while delivering top-notch customer care.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate/Customer Service Professional

Hughes Exterminators
Saint Petersburg Florida
08.2025 - 10.2025
  • Evaluated customer needs and recommended appropriate pest control solutions to ensure optimal satisfaction.
  • Provided detailed education to clients on specific preventive measures and safe practices, ensuring comprehensive pest management.
  • Educated clients on preventive measures and safe practices for pest management.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appropriate pest control solutions to address specific needs.

Outside Sales Associate (Commercial Division)

Hughes Exterminators
Saint Petersburg Florida
08.2025 - 05.2026
  • Analyzed pest conditions through meticulous inspections and recommended targeted treatment options to address identified issues.
  • Crafted customized service strategies to address specific client needs and enhance property management effectiveness.
  • Conducted thorough inspections to identify pest issues and recommend appropriate treatments.
  • Developed and maintained client relationships to drive sales growth.

Territory Sales Representative

Boars Head Provisions Co
St. Petersburg, FL
01.2024 - 03.2024

I was hired to develop new customers via daily outreach to prospective new clients.

Immediate recall of millions of pounds of product on first day of employment cancelled job.

Dance Instructor

Dennis Richards Dance Instructor
Seattle, WA
01.2018 - 08.2023
  • Supervised choreography and performance logistics for group couples and individual dance presentations, ensuring seamless execution.
  • Provided tailored one-on-one educational support to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in multiple dance styles at a range of events, contributing to overall event success and enjoyment.
  • Developed individualized dance teaching strategies to meet the unique needs of students during appointment-based sessions.
  • Implemented a range of teaching styles to effectively engage students with different abilities and learning preferences.

Community Recycling Specialist

USAgain
Seattle, WA
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Client acquisition and territory management for textile recycling company.
  • Created new revenue stream by placing of containers within apartment communities.
  • Designed and delivered presentations focusing on achieving recycling goals and driving awareness in community.
  • Monitored access, collection and cleanliness of pick-up locations and storage areas to promote and maintain high customer satisfaction.

Sales Representative

College Admissions Assistance
Los Angeles, Davis, , CA
01.2012 - 07.2014
  • Arlington, TX2010—, College-Prep Course Development Sold college-planning services to families and students.
  • Successfully engaged new prospects and sold services from initial meeting to purchase decision which had to be completed within 1 hour.
  • Organized sales paperwork, presented proposals and finalized contracts.

Sales Representative

Peets Coffee
Seattle, WA
02.2003 - 10.2004
  • Product introduction, merchandising and sales of Peet's Coffee into 86 grocery and mass merchandiser accounts throughout western Washington for rapid product availability within state.
  • Boosted brand awareness, implemented promotional campaigns and employed sales tactics as part of territory development.
  • Cold-called leads and closed large number of new sales over several months.
  • Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery
  • Assisted in product placement and visual merchandising, maintaining attractive and inviting appearance
  • Expanded customer base and boosted profit within product line
  • Served as liaison for company, clients and referred prospects regarding inquiries, issues, order management, post-sales follow-up and customer relations

New Product Strategist

Real Soda SSC
Seattle, WA.
01.1998 - 01.2003
  • Merchandising, Operations Sold beverages to retail chains, mom and pops businesses as the only representative for a new beverage distributor in Washington.Created large permanent in-store product displays.
  • Developed and supported new distributors in Washington and Oregon.
  • Executed tactical plans for short- and long-term marketing strategies impacting revenue, market share and profitability.
  • Studied demographic data to determine optimal targets, competitor offerings and tactics for persuasion.

Territory Sales Representative

Warner Lambert Corporation
Morristown, NJ19
01.1993 - 01.1996
  • Maintained relationships with established accounts and prospected new retailers by calling on customers and engaging prospects in person.
  • Resurrected and monetized dormant leads to build book of business and increase revenues.
  • Merchandised attractive shelf displays with current offerings to drive store sales.
  • Prepared and delivered customer sales quotes.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Advertising and Public

New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM
09-1987

Skills

  • Territory Management
  • Business development and planning
  • Sales expertise
  • Product and service sales

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Sales Associate/Customer Service Professional

Hughes Exterminators
08.2025 - 10.2025

Outside Sales Associate (Commercial Division)

Hughes Exterminators
08.2025 - 05.2026

Territory Sales Representative

Boars Head Provisions Co
01.2024 - 03.2024

Dance Instructor

Dennis Richards Dance Instructor
01.2018 - 08.2023

Community Recycling Specialist

USAgain
01.2015 - 01.2017

Sales Representative

College Admissions Assistance
01.2012 - 07.2014

Sales Representative

Peets Coffee
02.2003 - 10.2004

New Product Strategist

Real Soda SSC
01.1998 - 01.2003

Territory Sales Representative

Warner Lambert Corporation
01.1993 - 01.1996

Bachelor of Arts - Advertising and Public

New Mexico State University
Dennis Richards