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Deparis Bledsoe

Waukegan,IL

Summary

Dynamic sales professional with proven success in car, high-end hotel and commercial gym industry excelling in lead generation and closing deals. Skilled in B2B and B2C sales, I effectively utilized Salesforce CRM and objection handling techniques to drive customer engagement and increase sales. Committed to delivering exceptional results through strategic outreach and relationship building. Extremely adaptable, hard working and eager to continue to learn.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Development Representative Intern

Course Careers
03.2025 - Current
  • Conduct in depth research to identify companies that align with the ideal Customer profile (ICP) driving a pipeline of qualified leads.
  • Executed targeted sales cadences using cold emailing, LinkedIn outreach, and CRM tools, effectively prospecting and engaging potential clients.
  • Gained comprehensive knowledge of sales development including SPIN methodology, sales cycles, and buyer personas to excel in prospecting and lead generation.

Sales Associate

Great Wolf Lodge
02.2023 - Current
  • Managed a portfolio of key accounts ensuring retention and repeat business through relationship-building and tailored packages.
  • Collaborated with operations, catering, and event teams to execute banquets, conferences, and weddings with seamless guest experiences.
  • Conducted market research and competitor analysis to identify new business opportunities and pricing strategies.
  • Led sales presentations and property tours for corporate clients, sports teams and leisure groups.
  • Developed and implemented sales campaigns that drove an increase in occupancy during off-peak seasons. .
  • Utilized CRM software Opera, and Salesforce to track leads, forecast revenue, and manage the sales pipeline.
  • Represented the hotel at trade shows, networking events and industry expos, securing new accounts and partnerships.
  • Partnered with online travel agencies (OTAs) and third-party platforms to optimize listings and maximize booking conversions.

Sales Development Representative

Ray Chevrolet
06.2024 - 03.2025
  • Execute cold calls, cold emails, social media, and other digital strategies to acquire customers.
  • Follow a sales cadence.
  • Drove sales of company products and services by meeting with customers using strategic and organized approach.
  • Provide timely follow-up after initial contact for further customer engagement.
  • Gathered customer requirements and provided product information to meet their needs.
  • Sold business-to-business (B2B).
  • Sold business-to-consumer (B2C).
  • Know and present product knowledge with vehicle product presentations.
  • Study product knowledge to become Chevrolet certified.
  • Generate leads.
  • Negotiated pricing that was mutually beneficial to company and customer while providing top tier customer service.
  • Land the customer in the right vehicle, and close deals.
  • Cultivated long-term client loyalty through high quality service, proactive communication, and tailored support.
  • Optimized vehicle selection by conducting market research and inventory analysis based on customer demand.

Sales Associate

Zip Fitness
02.2020 - 02.2023
  • Collaborated with trainers and staff to upsell personal training packages and wellness programs, driving additional revenue.
  • Organized and promoted special events, challenges, and referral programs that boosted walk-ins and lead generation.
  • Sold company products and merchandise.
  • Cold-call and email prospects.
  • Recorded and managed locker assignments and keys.
  • Clean gym equipment and locker rooms.
  • Recognized as Top Sales Performer Of The Year for highest number of new memberships closed.

Education

High School Diploma -

Waukegan Highschool
06.2018

No Degree - Marketing

College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL

Tech Sales Certification -

Course Careers
Remote, IL
11-2025

Skills

  • Lead generation
  • Objection handling
  • Cold outreach
  • Salesforce CRM
  • B2B and B2C sales
  • Sales strategy
  • Close deals
  • CRM tracking
  • Marketing support
  • Account prospecting
  • New market research
  • Customer relationship building

Timeline

Sales Development Representative Intern

Course Careers
03.2025 - Current

Sales Development Representative

Ray Chevrolet
06.2024 - 03.2025

Sales Associate

Great Wolf Lodge
02.2023 - Current

Sales Associate

Zip Fitness
02.2020 - 02.2023

High School Diploma -

Waukegan Highschool

No Degree - Marketing

College of Lake County

Tech Sales Certification -

Course Careers

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