Derek Schulze
Chicago
Summary
Intuitive, analytical, responsive sales professional who understands the importance of relationship building. Can digest complex information and convey to clients. Comfortable in consultative, executive-level engagements. Strong aptitude for learning. Detail focused. Dedicated to personal and professional integrity.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Account Manager
National Engravers Inc
2025 - Current
- Maintain Quantum Lasermark relationships and find new sales opportunities with current customer base and new customer prospects.
Owner
Quantum Lasermark
2004 - 2025
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Oversaw production processes, ensuring adherence to quality standards and timelines.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
Credit Analyst
LaSalle Bank
2002 - 2004
- Conducted financial statement reviews to evaluate borrower creditworthiness.
- Participated in loan committee meetings to provide input on lending processes.
- Analyzed and monitored portfolio credit performance against expectations and recommended improvement strategies.
Brewer
Boston Beer Company
1997 - 2002
- Operated brewing equipment to ensure quality production of various beer styles and new beer recipes.
- Collaborated with Quality Department to conduct regular taste tests.
- Maintained accurate records of brewing activities, enabling repeatable success from batch to batch.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Oberlin College
Oberlin, OHSkills
- Business development
- Excellent communicating
- Empathetic listening
- Superior driving
Timeline
Senior Account Manager
National Engravers Inc
2025 - Current
Owner
Quantum Lasermark
2004 - 2025
Credit Analyst
LaSalle Bank
2002 - 2004
Brewer
Boston Beer Company
1997 - 2002
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Oberlin College