Derek Fox
Mills River,NC
Summary
Driving exceptional growth at The Refined Pup, I achieved 450% sales increase through strategic planning and innovative revenue streams. With a focus on operational efficiency and client relations, I excel in technical project management and disaster recovery, consistently exceeding expectations and earning accolades in high-tech sales across diverse sectors.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
President
The Refined Pup
Horse Shoe, NC
10.2017 - 10.2025
- Achieved 450% sales growth through strategic initiatives.
- Established three new revenue streams to enhance profitability.
- Renovated facility to maximize safety and operational efficiency.
- Managed a team of up to 5 personnel to optimize performance.
VCIO
The Mentis Group
Dallas , TX
08.2013 - 02.2017
- Directed client engagements to resolve technical challenges and drive business solutions.
- Managed large-scale projects including application selection, migration, and integration.
- Oversaw Data Center relocations to enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed Disaster Recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
High Tech Sales
Various
Boston, MA
07.1990 - 07.2013
- Contributed to large-scale computing firms, including Data General, Sun Microsystems, and Sungard Availability Systems.
- Executed solution sales across diverse sectors, including manufacturing, distribution, and federal government.
- Achieved Rookie of the Year award at Data General in 1994 for outstanding performance.
- Earned multiple Club invitations by consistently exceeding sales quotas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business
Bryant College
Smithfield, RI05-1990
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Revenue generation
- Operational efficiency
- Disaster recovery
- Technical project management
- Client relations
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
President
The Refined Pup
10.2017 - 10.2025
VCIO
The Mentis Group
08.2013 - 02.2017
High Tech Sales
Various
07.1990 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business
Bryant College