Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Work Samples
Training And Skills
References
Timeline
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Derek Stevenson Sr.

Derek Stevenson Sr.

Pearland,TX

Summary

Seasoned B2B Sales Executive with over 20 years of experience driving revenue growth through strategic client acquisition, consultative selling, and long-term relationship management. Accomplished Owner and Creative Director with deep expertise in digital marketing strategy, web development, and graphic design. Proven track record of leading high-impact campaigns that increase client engagement, generate qualified leads, and elevate brand visibility. Adept negotiator and problem solver committed to delivering innovative, results-driven solutions that align with client goals and drive sustained business success.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Creative Director

Envision Marketing
Houston, TX
06.2006 - Current
  • Designed custom websites and digital artwork to fulfill client marketing objectives.
  • Prepared and delivered proposals showcasing diverse marketing solutions for prospective clients.
  • Executed sales of graphic design, web design, printing services, and digital marketing strategies.
  • Directed strategy, creative vision, design, development, and copywriting for projects.
  • Negotiated with vendors to maximize client value and enhance company profitability.
  • Developed and implemented online lead generation, SEO, and e-commerce strategies for clients.
  • Provided sales training and coaching for companies lacking established sales teams.

Senior Account Executive

Greensheet Media
Houston, TX
12.2017 - 07.2018
  • Executed business-to-business advertising sales across print media, direct mail, email marketing, and digital platforms.
  • Managed and expanded accounts by educating clients on innovative technology and advertising solutions.
  • Developed new business opportunities to achieve revenue and profit targets.
  • Conducted targeted prospecting to engage decision makers and influencers in diverse companies.
  • Utilized time management skills to effectively schedule meetings and deliver relevant presentations to prospects.
  • Generated leads through cold calling, resulting in increased sales opportunities.
  • Led in-person meetings with clients to establish rapport and finalize proposals.
  • Delivered training programs aimed at improving team sales performance.
  • Developed customized proposals based on client requirements to drive conversions.

Account Executive

Greensheet Media
Houston, TX
11.2016 - 02.2017
  • Executed business-to-business advertising sales across print media, direct mail, email marketing, and digital platforms.
  • Managed and expanded accounts by educating clients on innovative technology and advertising solutions.
  • Developed new business opportunities to achieve revenue and profit targets.
  • Conducted targeted prospecting to engage decision makers and influencers in diverse companies.
  • Utilized time management skills to effectively schedule meetings and deliver relevant presentations to prospects.

B2B Sales Consultant

Staples Advantage
Houston, TX
11.2011 - 05.2013
  • Developed new business strategies to achieve revenue and profit targets.
  • Executed targeted prospecting of decision makers across various company sizes.
  • Leveraged negotiation and communication skills to secure sales agreements.
  • Managed time effectively to schedule meetings and deliver relevant information.
  • Conducted outside sales for office supplies, furniture, technology, and promotional products.
  • Facilitated in-person meetings, including prospecting and proposal presentations.

Business Development Associate

Staples Advantage
Houston, TX
06.2008 - 07.2010
  • Developed new business strategies to achieve revenue and profit targets.
  • Executed targeted prospecting of decision makers across various company sizes.
  • Leveraged negotiation and communication skills to secure sales agreements.
  • Managed time effectively to schedule meetings and deliver relevant information.
  • Conducted outside sales for office supplies, furniture, technology, and promotional products.
  • Facilitated in-person meetings, including prospecting and proposal presentations.

Sales Support Manager

Office Depot
Houston, TX
02.2004 - 08.2005
  • Sale of various office machines, equipment, software, supplies and services.
  • Develop and implement marketing plans to increase sales.
  • Hire, train and coach store employees on receiving, stocking, selling and customer service.
  • Open and close the building.

FastLogo Account Representative

Office Depot/FastLogo
Houston, TX
05.2003 - 02.2004
  • Business to Business sales of high end custom imprinted apparel.
  • Develop and implement marketing plans to increase sales.
  • Extensive cold calling and direct marketing.
  • I was one of only three representatives out of 36 that were offered management jobs after the FastLogo contract expired.

Education

Houston Community College -

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
05.2000

University of Houston -

University of Houston
Houston, TX
10.1998

Morehouse College
Atlanta, GA

Skills

  • Time management and planning
  • Sales and prospecting
  • CRM expertise
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Adobe Creative Cloud skills
  • Digital marketing strategies
  • Lead generation techniques
  • Account management
  • Client negotiation skills
  • Web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
  • Sales training programs
  • Website design and development
  • SEO strategies
  • Logo design and branding
  • Graphic design
  • Print and direct mail campaigns

References

Personal and professional references available upon request.

Work Samples

Work samples may be viewed on my website http://www.envisionmarketingpros.com/our-work

Training And Skills

  • Franklin-Covey - 'What Matters Most' Planning & Time management training
  • Extensive Sales and Prospecting Training
  • Proficient with popular CRM solutions including ACT and Salesforce.com
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Muse, Lightroom and Acrobat)
  • Experienced in Social Media and Search Engine Marketing
  • Proficient with HTML and CSS, Experienced in Javascript and PHP
  • Proficient with popular CMS and Website Builders such as Joomla, Wordpress, Duda and Adobe Business Catalyst

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Account Executive

Greensheet Media
12.2017 - 07.2018

Account Executive

Greensheet Media
11.2016 - 02.2017

B2B Sales Consultant

Staples Advantage
11.2011 - 05.2013

Business Development Associate

Staples Advantage
06.2008 - 07.2010

Owner/Creative Director

Envision Marketing
06.2006 - Current

Sales Support Manager

Office Depot
02.2004 - 08.2005

FastLogo Account Representative

Office Depot/FastLogo
05.2003 - 02.2004

Houston Community College -

Houston Community College

University of Houston -

University of Houston

Morehouse College

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