Destin Poole
Dahlonega,Ga
Summary
An ambitious and accomplished sales professional known for delivering tangible results, specializing in employing a consultative sales approach to drive business growth. With a passion for forging meaningful connections, thriving on the thrill of closing deals and exceeding customer expectations. An expert in accessing each customer's unique needs and offering tailored solutions to address them effectively.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Outside Sales Representative
Aaron Overhead Doors
01.2022 - Current
- Lead entire organization in sales 2023 and current in 2024
- Sold 1.3 million dollars in 2023, and on track for 2 million in 2024
- Regularly closed deals in the $30,000-$120,000 range
- Landed, maintained, and expanded Aaron Overhead Door’s three largest residential builder accounts
- Built a diverse sales pipeline to exceed quota targets.
Tasting Room Manager and Wholesale Accounts Manage
The Cottage Vineyard and Winery
03.2018 - 01.2022
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of Tasting Room
- Hired, trained, and supervised 15 tasting room employees
- Monitored staff performance, ensuring that all procedures were carried out to departmental standards
- Developed strong relationships with customers, resulting in repeat visits and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
- Managed sales cycle to maintain a pipeline of new and existing customers
Prioritized openings of accounts in key areas to promote the winery’s brand
Constantly improved sales prospecting, follow-up, and upsell processes to increase sales - Strengthened relationships with key clients, leading to increased repeat business.
- Streamlined account management processes for better organization and time management.
Vintage Cellar Hand
Tahbilk Winery
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and reducing accidents.
- Demonstrated versatility by quickly learning new tasks as required, increasing value within the team.
- Enhanced wine production efficiency by diligently managing the crushing and pressing processes.
- Improved grape quality by meticulously sorting and selecting fruit during harvest season.
- Ensured optimal fermentation conditions by consistently monitoring temperature, sugar levels, and acidity in tanks.
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues to ensure smooth workflow during peak harvest periods.
Wine Steward and Wholesale Wine Representative
Frogtown Cellars
02.2015 - 03.2018
- Shared knowledge and passion for wine with customers through wine tastings while prioritizing on selling bottles to go and wine club memberships
- Provided high quality service and salesmanship
- Led all employees in wine club sales
- Continuously pursued further education and attained WSET level three certification
- Developed strong relationships with clients through excellent customer service and tailored recommendations.
- Implemented a CRM system to keep up with whole sale accounts
- Increased wholesale accounts by over 200%
Education
Sandler Sales Training -
Mastery Certification
Maryland, NY2023
Bachelor of Science - Major in Biology
University of North Georgia
Dahlonega, GA2019
Timeline
Outside Sales Representative
Aaron Overhead Doors
01.2022 - Current
Vintage Cellar Hand
Tahbilk Winery
12.2019 - 03.2020
Tasting Room Manager and Wholesale Accounts Manage
The Cottage Vineyard and Winery
03.2018 - 01.2022
Wine Steward and Wholesale Wine Representative
Frogtown Cellars
02.2015 - 03.2018
Sandler Sales Training -
Mastery Certification
Bachelor of Science - Major in Biology
University of North Georgia