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Desmond Dodd

Chicago,Illinois

Summary

Dynamic sales professional with a proven track record of excelling in client relationship management and business development. Recognized for driving growth and delivering exceptional results in high-pressure environments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder/President

Midnight Green Club
Chicago, Illinois
02.2024 - Current
  • Instructed golf techniques and rules to players of all skill levels.
  • Organized and facilitated golf outings, ensuring smooth execution of events.
  • Led junior golf program, with CPS high school promoting skills development.
  • Promoted upcoming events through various marketing channels such as social media outlets and campaigns.
  • Developed engaging lessons tailored to individual player needs and goals.
  • Facilitated group classes designed to help participants develop better understanding of golf rules and etiquette.

Sales Development Representative

Instawork
Chicago, IL
07.2023 - 12.2023

Media Development Executive

PHMG
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - 04.2023

SMB Sales Consultant

Uber For Business
Chicago, IL
05.2021 - 05.2022
  • Managed client accounts and maintained strong relationships through regular communication.
  • Conducted meetings to identify transportation needs and provide tailored solutions.
  • Delivered training sessions on the Uber for Business platform.
  • Increased revenue by upselling, closing sales, and driving product benefits aligned with client needs.
  • Managed full sales cycle from prospecting to contract negotiation and closing.

SMB Solution Specialist

Verizon Wireless
Chicago, IL
06.2018 - 02.2021
  • Achieved new business growth by cold calling and relationship building with C-level decision-makers.
  • Accredited with the award for RIL06 Highest SMB Growth adds for Q3 2019.
  • Lead district with small business growth in downtown Chicago.

Acting General Manager

GNC
Newport, KY
11.2017 - 06.2018
  • Managed all appropriate merchandising programs in an accurate and timely manner while adhering to GNC established standards.
  • Ensured store had proper inventory levels to support sales growth and accomplish market demands.
  • Played a key role in ensuring compliance with all reports and effectively managed schedules.
  • Generated repeat business, Top 25 in the district in sales four months in a row.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05-2029

Associate of Science - Associate in Engineering

College of Dupage
05-2027

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Xavier University
Cincinnati

Skills

  • Social media
  • Team management
  • Player development
  • Student mentoring
  • Alumni relations
  • Collaborative approach
  • Operations management
  • Group leadership

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

  • Retail Sales Associate – T Mobile, OH
  • Soldier – Specialist - Ohio Army National Guard, OH

Affiliations

  • Creator and Co-Chair of Xavier Tailgate, a Xavier University Black Alumni initiative that reengaged Black alumni, reconnected students, and raised thousands of dollars through a weekend of impactful programming.

Timeline

Founder/President

Midnight Green Club
02.2024 - Current

Sales Development Representative

Instawork
07.2023 - 12.2023

Media Development Executive

PHMG
01.2023 - 04.2023

SMB Sales Consultant

Uber For Business
05.2021 - 05.2022

SMB Solution Specialist

Verizon Wireless
06.2018 - 02.2021

Acting General Manager

GNC
11.2017 - 06.2018

Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics

Liberty University

Associate of Science - Associate in Engineering

College of Dupage

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Xavier University

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