Derick Kown
Kennesaw,GA
Summary
Results-driven sales professional with a proven track record in building strong business relationships and driving revenue growth. Demonstrated ability to leverage sales expertise to enhance company success while fostering collaboration. Aiming to contribute strategic insights and skills in a dynamic environment that supports career advancement.
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Actor - SAG/AFTRA
East Coast Talent Agency
07.2017 - Current
- Film and Television experience including The Passage (FOX) Hawkeye (Disney+) and Hysteria (NBC)
Sales/Acquisition Manager, Relationship Manager, Content/Brand Manager
CMNC Homes LLC
Marietta, GA
09.2022 - 01.2025
- Drafted contracts for the purchase or sale of assets or businesses.
- Prepared presentations outlining advantages and disadvantages of potential investments.
- Advised senior management on strategic objectives related to acquisitions.
- Reviewed financial statements and reports for potential acquisitions.
- Developed and implemented strategies to acquire new customers.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Shift Supervisor
Marietta Coffee Co.
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Communicated clearly with employees regarding job duties, expectations, and policies.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth workflow between shifts.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations to provide a safe workplace.
- Evaluated and assessed personnel to identify potential candidates for promotion.
- Reinforced rules to promote superior employee performance.
Co-founder/Sales
Lola’s Cafe
Atlanta, GA
04.2015 - 11.2017
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for goods and services.
- Leveraged trends in customer industries and marketplaces to shape solutions and approaches.
- Implemented established vision to standardize procedures and keep operation agile for dynamic conditions.
- Developed strategies to increase brand awareness through public relations initiatives.
B2B Commission Sales
Woodstock Trader Foodservice
05.2010 - 12.2015
- Generated new business opportunities through cold calling campaigns.
- Provided personalized service to build relationships with customers.
- Set up meetings with potential clients and listened to their wishes and concerns.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of products to customers.
- Developed key customer relationships to increase sales.
Education
BA - Cultural Anthropology
Georgia Southern
Statesboro, GA01-2001
Skills
- Sales and Business Relations
- Solid Understanding of MS Office Suite
- Experienced with Davinci Resolve
- Experience with Salesforce
- Slack experience
- Effective Negotiation Techniques
- Interpersonal skills
- Relationship Development
- Flexibility
- Adaptability
- Business development
- Contract negotiation
- Customer acquisition
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Excellent communication
- Team building
- Problem-solving
References
- Chris Burrow, CEO, CMNC Homes, 678-564-9031
- Mike Putney, Sales Manager, 770-329-1885
- Steven Odom, CEO, Impact Partnership, 770-634-3842
Advanced Skills
- Proficient in MS Office and Davinci Resolve
- Salesforce and Slack experience
- Negotiation skills, consistent record of meeting sales quotas
- Able to identify goals and resolve issues in initial stages
- Interpersonal and rapport building skills
- Flexibility and adaptability in business development efforts
- Precise mathematics involving sensitive company material
Affiliations
- Golf
- Basketball
- Improv
- Comedy
- Creartive writing
Accomplishments
- US ARMY (96-B, 2001 - 2008)
- Acting for the Stage and Screen (Jayson W Smith)
- Content Creation and Video Production (Dave Pileggi)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sales/Acquisition Manager, Relationship Manager, Content/Brand Manager
CMNC Homes LLC
09.2022 - 01.2025
Actor - SAG/AFTRA
East Coast Talent Agency
07.2017 - Current
Shift Supervisor
Marietta Coffee Co.
01.2017 - 01.2022
Co-founder/Sales
Lola’s Cafe
04.2015 - 11.2017
B2B Commission Sales
Woodstock Trader Foodservice
05.2010 - 12.2015
BA - Cultural Anthropology
Georgia Southern
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