Don Abadie
Dana Point,CA
Summary
Hardworking and driven sales management professional equipped to revitalize sales operations and align procedures to maximize profits and client acquisition. Successful at improving sales procedures to streamline and strengthen processes. Multifaceted leader with analytical and diligent approach to building and leading strong teams. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager
Sunrun
San Diego, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Boosted solar panel sales by implementing effective lead generation strategies.
- Developed strong customer relationships through consistent communication and attentive service, resulting in repeat business.
- Increased overall company revenue by consistently meeting and exceeding monthly sales targets.
- Enhanced product knowledge by staying current with industry trends, attending training sessions, and conducting regular research.
- Delivered persuasive sales presentations highlighting the benefits of solar energy adoption, leading to increased client conversions.
Co Owner Instructor /Instructor /Marketing Manager
Groundwork Jiu-Jitsu
San Juan Capistrano, CA
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Teach Self defense to kids and adults
- Women's self defense seminars
- Marketing programs using various social media outlets
- Assisted in the development of comprehensive martial arts programs, resulting in increased student enrollment and retention.
- Enhanced student performance by incorporating martial arts techniques and discipline into daily training routines.
Fleet & Internet Sales Manager
Toyota Escondido
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Negotiated prices and terms of sale
- Select the correct vehicle based on customer needs
- Exceeded team sales goals
- Manage fleet accounts
- Top performer
- Desk deals.
Internet Sales
Capistrano VW
09.2009 - 05.2013
- Negotiated prices and terms of sale
- Quoted prices, terms and other specifications
- Selected the correct vehicle based on customer needs
- Able to desk deals and get all paperwork ready for finance.
Sales
Santa Margarita Ford
05.2008 - 09.2009
- Top Sales Performer
- Team Player
- Great time management.
Sales
Cardservice International
06.1999 - 04.2008
- Completed daily outbound calls, up to 6 hours per day
- Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements
- Contacted new and existing customers to discuss how their needs could be met through specific products and services
- Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory.
Education
High School Diploma -
El Toro High School
Lake Forest, CA08.1990
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Resolution-oriented
- Positive outlook
- Energetic and driven
- People-oriented
- Dependable
- Sales Associate of the Year Award
- Technical aptitude
- Excellent communication skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Customer service-oriented
- Positive and upbeat
- Goal-oriented
- Motivated team player
- Excellent work ethic
- Staff Management
- Strategic Planning
- Sales Tracking
Affiliations
- Former Pro Snowboarder, Active mountain biker, Surfer and practice Jiu-Jitsu
Timeline
Sales Manager
Sunrun
08.2023 - Current
Co Owner Instructor /Instructor /Marketing Manager
Groundwork Jiu-Jitsu
01.2021 - 09.2023
Fleet & Internet Sales Manager
Toyota Escondido
05.2019 - 01.2021
Internet Sales
Capistrano VW
09.2009 - 05.2013
Sales
Santa Margarita Ford
05.2008 - 09.2009
Sales
Cardservice International
06.1999 - 04.2008
High School Diploma -
El Toro High School