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BusinessDevelopmentManager
Don kamlager

Don kamlager

business development
Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Business development professional with robust history of driving growth and fostering partnerships. Experience in developing startups and mid growth companies. Proven ability to identify market opportunities and execute strategic initiatives for revenue generation. Collaborative team player with strong focus on achieving results and adapting to dynamic business environments. Skilled in relationship building, market analysis, and project management.

Competent [Desired Position] with strong background in identifying and capitalizing on business growth opportunities. Proven track record of successfully negotiating partnerships and expanding market presence. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and develop strategic business plans.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Manager

Kight Off Grid
02.2024 - Current
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with ke decision makers .
  • Facilitated regular communication with clients to ensure their needs were met, fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
  • Generated new business with entry into the Los Angeles street lighting market
  • Developed customized solutions for clients based on a deep understanding of their unique pain points, delivering exceptional value and driving approval process.
  • Participated in discussions with new product department to finalize approval of product by Los Angeles Bureau of Street Lighting
  • Scheduled and attended meetings with various California counties and SCE regional offices
  • Arranged meeting with San Bernadino Department of Street Lighting, product approved.
  • Opened correspondence with SCE
  • Presented product to various large SRF developers, planning stage
  • Placed product with Los Angeles Department of Street Lighting

Business Development Manager

Manzoni Holdings
01.2020 - 09.2022
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities within the California environmental sector
  • Led the strategic entry into the State of California for establishment of Waste to Energy, zero emissions plants. gave presentations, completed questionnaires, interfaced with various department various department heads and navigated the local and state agencies to get the needed approvals for the establishment of a zero emission waste to energy plant
  • Interfaced with waste tire providers to arrange for procurement of feedstock for the plants
  • Located and negotiated a desirable, cost effective site with favorable freeway accessibility for the establishment of the plant,

Business Development Manager

R & O Recleaning
01.2017 - 01.2020

Assisted in the business development of this startup. Designed brochures, recruited engineers and project manager.

  • Facilitated regular communication with clients to ensure their needs were met, fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
  • Assisted in the business development by identifying the businesses which were in need of tank cleaning services.
  • Designed the brochures, recruited engineers and project managers
  • Established relationships with refineries located in the US, Caribbean and middle-east.
  • Arranged meetings with department heads at Pasadena refinery in Pasadena, Texas, Aramco in Jizan, Saudi Arabia.
  • Negotiated and secured preliminary contracts with Aramco, Buckeye and Pasadena refineries.

Business Development Manager

R3D3 Manufacturing
01.2012 - 12.2014
  • Represented company and promoted products at conferences and industry events. Arranged, scheduled, attended and gave presentations at the China Import and Export Fair, Guangzhou, China
  • Designed brochures and website, arranged for demonstration at various California sites.
  • Arranged for potential clients from Asia, China/Korea/Japan to travel to USA for demonstrations
  • Worked closely with Hong Kong Trade Development Council, Hong Kong Economic & Trade Office, CCPIT-Guangdong, Guangdong Chamber of Commerce and others
  • Scheduled and attended meetings in Forshan, Huishou, Liayuan, Hubei, Shanghai and other cities in China.
  • Negotiated a $10,000,000 contract with Jilin Hongxin Environmental Protection Technology Company

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Bradley University
Peoria, IL
06-1970

Skills

  • Strategic Business Development
  • Effective Team Leadership
  • Collaborative Team Member
  • Effective Negotiation Skills
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Client Support
  • Results-Oriented Individual
  • Proactive Growth Advocate
  • Proficient in Strategic Business Growth
  • Market Access Strategy
  • open-minded

Timeline

Business Development Manager

Kight Off Grid
02.2024 - Current

Business Development Manager

Manzoni Holdings
01.2020 - 09.2022

Business Development Manager

R & O Recleaning
01.2017 - 01.2020

Business Development Manager

R3D3 Manufacturing
01.2012 - 12.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Bradley University
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