Drew Cole
Columbus,MS
Summary
Sales expert prepared for leadership roles. Proven ability to drive revenue growth and enhance client relationships. Known for adaptability, strategic planning, and effective communication. Skilled in market analysis, lead generation, and negotiation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager
Anticemex Inc
Columbus, MS
08.2024 - Current
- Earned company-wide top salesman recognition by maintaining an average of $60,000 in monthly sales, surpassing sales targets.
- Provided ongoing training and mentorship for junior sales staff, fostering professional development and career growth.
- Attended industry events and conventions to expand sales opportunities.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities, leading to expansion into profitable territories.
Real Estate Manager
Trailhead Media
MS, LA, AL, FL
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Managed and maintained 400+ billboards and properties throughout 4 states.
- Negotiated new leases and easements for locations to ensure customer satisfaction and company profitability.
- Coordinated with contractors and city, county, state officials to permit new buildings and upkeep of existing builds.
- Strategized with sales team to identify optimal placements for new opportunities.
- Audited other companies to assist in future acquisitions.
Property Manager (side Job)
TomCon Real Estate
West Point, MS
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Managed various homes and apartments by means of: collecting rent, handling maintenance requests/complaints, and conducting showings.
- Limited vacancy by proactively seeking bids from and scheduling contractors to rehab or remodel properties at appropriate times.
- Reduced cost by handling general maintenance request and rehab work myself. (painting, caulking, minor leaks/installments)
Credit Manager
Rent-a-Center
Columbus, MS
09.2020 - 04.2022
- Contacted past due customers to resolve delinquent accounts by means of collecting payment or product.
- Trained customer sales associates to properly record sales and manage customer accounts.
- Maintained less than a 5% weekly delinquent account average for over 600 accounts.
- Organized product on the showroom floor to successfully make the most of the space and improve customer’s experience.
Sales Manager/Assistant Manager
Pact Marketing
Spokane, WA
04.2020 - 09.2021
- Led office by adding $175,000+ in revenue from annual pest control accounts.
- Planned and directed daily trainings to help salesmen assess goals and improve performance.
- Implemented incentives to encourage salesmen to reach daily or weekly numbers.
- Continued to grow the company remotely by conducting interviews and hiring salespeople to target new markets.
Real Estate Assistant
McBride And Company Real Estate
Starkville, MS
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Staged homes for clients before open houses and private showings.
- Advertised to potential clients by passing out door hangers and speaking with homeowners.
- Improved office efficiency by running errands such as getting keys made, putting out “for sale/sold” signs, and making purchases for any home needs.
- Performed clerical duties such as filing paperwork, handling mail, and making copies of documents.
Rideshare Driver (side Job)
Uber
Starkville, MS
03.2017 - Current
- Operated as independent contractor while transporting 1900+ parties without incident or complaint.
- Achieved a 4.98/5.0 on post-trip surveys for timeliness, vehicle cleanliness and customer satisfaction.
Camp Counselor/Skills Instructor (summer Job)
Camp Rockmont For Boys
Black Mountain, NC
06.2015 - 08.2019
- Operated as lead field sports skill instructor to organize games and activities for campers and counselors.
- Encouraged a dynamic and inclusive learning environment for kids of all backgrounds and/or disabilities.
- Recruited more counselors for the following years.
Education
Business Administration And Management
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05.2019
Associate of Arts - Business Administration and Management
Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS05.2017
High School Diploma - undefined
Caledonia High School
Caledonia, MS05.2014
Skills
- Schedule Management
- Customer Service
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Sales Closing
- Contract Negotiation
- Project planning
- Property Management
Timeline
Sales Manager
Anticemex Inc
08.2024 - Current
Real Estate Manager
Trailhead Media
06.2022 - 08.2024
Property Manager (side Job)
TomCon Real Estate
12.2021 - 08.2022
Credit Manager
Rent-a-Center
09.2020 - 04.2022
Sales Manager/Assistant Manager
Pact Marketing
04.2020 - 09.2021
Real Estate Assistant
McBride And Company Real Estate
05.2019 - 09.2019
Rideshare Driver (side Job)
Uber
03.2017 - Current
Camp Counselor/Skills Instructor (summer Job)
Camp Rockmont For Boys
06.2015 - 08.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Caledonia High School
Business Administration And Management
Mississippi State University
Associate of Arts - Business Administration and Management
Itawamba Community College