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Douglas Talbott

Olathe,KS

Summary

Experienced in building the gap between Division 8 & Division 28 sales associates and sales processes. A unique skillset that includes door hardware and electronic product solutions. An ability to hit mutual agreed upon sales goals and quotas.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Consultant

8-28 DDC Llc
06.2020 - Current
  • Assist door hardware suppliers and wholesalers with design of Physical Access Control System (PACS) openings.
  • Verified specification documents to insure door hardware and electronic components of an opening would work properly and according to end users requirements.
  • Provided on-site facility tours to verify accurate product selection, door handing, door finish, and door function.
  • Provide end users with operational training for configuring, operating, and maintaining electronic locking products.

Electronic Sales Engineer

Allegion / Ingersoll Rand
10.2003 - 06.2020
  • Developed and executed sales presentations for architects, engineers, consultants, and end user.
  • Improved team productivity by providing technical guidance and mentoring for traditional door hardware sales associates.
  • Design complex Division 8 & 28 specifications for architects and engineers.
  • Became subject matter expert for all electronic offerings including; electronic & electric locks, PACS credentials, and automatic openers.
  • Provided internal and external training on implementation, design, configuration, and maintenance of products listed above.

Sales / Sales Management

Wornall Secure Business Solutions
06.1993 - 10.2003
  • Increased sales revenue by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities in target markets.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients for repeat business, leading to consistently high client retention rate..
  • Collaborated closely with marketing team to create targeted sales campaigns that generated quality leads.
  • Created presentations outlining strengths and services offered.
  • Trained and motivated other sales associates to accomplish company sales quotas.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing W/ Economics Minor

University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA
05.1977

Skills

  • Build relationships with Division 8 sales associates
  • Business presentations for internal and external client
  • Present company strengths offering combination of Division 8 & Division 28 solutions
  • Business presentations for internal and external clients
  • Ability to discuss solutions with IT professionals and non-IT personnel
  • Keeping abreast of dynamic changes in PACS and CCTV markets

Certification

CSEIP

Certified System Engineer ICAM PACS - how to set-up and test E-PACS to align with government wide specifications.

Timeline

Consultant

8-28 DDC Llc
06.2020 - Current

Electronic Sales Engineer

Allegion / Ingersoll Rand
10.2003 - 06.2020

Sales / Sales Management

Wornall Secure Business Solutions
06.1993 - 10.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing W/ Economics Minor

University of Northern Iowa

CSEIP

Certified System Engineer ICAM PACS - how to set-up and test E-PACS to align with government wide specifications.

Douglas Talbott