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Drue Henegar

Brooklyn,NY

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Account Manager

Materia Designs
01.2024 - Current
  • Managed a global portfolio of 200+ high-value B2B and B2C client accounts across the lighting, furniture, and fine art sectors, delivering exceptional client service and fostering long-term relationships.
  • Consistently exceeded sales targets by a significant margin, driving revenue growth through a combination of inside and outside sales strategies.
  • Spearheaded the successful launch and sales strategy for a new collection of antiques, contributing to an increase in client engagement and overall sales.
  • Collaborated with the marketing team to edit promotional materials, including newsletters and Instagram content, ensuring they aligned with the brand’s messaging and appeal.
  • Produced quarterly journal entries for exhibitions, helping to engage clients and promote upcoming events.
  • Utilized CRM databases to track client interactions, streamline sales processes, and maintain high levels of client satisfaction.
  • Managed key aspects of account management, from sales to logistics and event planning, ensuring smooth execution for high-profile industry events like NYCxDesign and Salon Art + Design.
  • Acted as a mentor to incoming sales assistants and showroom partners, helping to train and guide them in effective sales strategies and client relationship management.

Gallery Sales Assistant

Materia Designs
10.2021 - 01.2024
  • Supported the sales team in managing a diverse portfolio of clients in the lighting, furniture, and fine art sectors, assisting with both B2B and B2C sales processes.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, fostering relationships with clients and contributing to overall sales growth through effective product knowledge and client communication.
  • Assisted in the logistics of gallery exhibitions, including setup, visual merchandising, and coordinating photoshoots to ensure seamless event execution.
  • Contributed to the creation and editing of marketing materials, including newsletters and social media posts, to increase visibility and engagement with new collections and gallery events.
  • Participated in inside sales activities, managing client inquiries, providing quotes, and assisting with follow-up to ensure client satisfaction and drive sales.
  • Collaborated closely with the team in organizing regional events such as NYCxDesign and Salon Art + Design, contributing to event planning and client outreach.
  • Managed client database and CRM entries to maintain accurate records and ensure smooth sales operations.

Curatorial Internship

The Nasher Sculpture Sculpture Center
05.2020 - 06.2021
  • Worked 20 hours a week contributing to research and project management for upcoming exhibitions.
  • Conducted in-depth research for a land art exhibition, focusing on women land artists from the 1970s–1990s, gathering resources to inform exhibition content and narrative.
  • Assisted with research for a mid-century abstraction exhibition, compiling valuable insights and historical data to support the curatorial team.
  • Organized checklists and maintained research databases to ensure accurate tracking of materials and tasks.
  • Contributed to grant application preparation, providing supporting research and assisting with the creation of compelling application documents.
  • Supported donor outreach and communication efforts, drafting correspondence and helping maintain relationships with museum patrons and supporters.
  • Coordinated with museums and academic institutions to retrieve textual resources and research materials for exhibition development.

Education

Master of Arts - History of Art And Archeology

The Institute of Fine Arts, NYU

Bachelor of Arts - Art History

The University Of Texas At Austin

Skills

  • Client Relationship Management (Salesforce, ClickUp)
  • Inside and Outside Sales (Lead Generation, Negotiation, Closing)
  • Sales Forecasting & Revenue Growth
  • Market Research & Competitor Analysis
  • Social Media Management (Instagram, LinkedIn)
  • Newsletter & Promotional Content Creation
  • Creative Content (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva)
  • Event Planning & Coordination (NYCxDesign, Salon Art Design)
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
  • Data Entry & Reporting
  • Strong Communication & Client Relations
  • Leadership & Team Collaboration
  • Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail & Multitasking

Timeline

Sales Account Manager

Materia Designs
01.2024 - Current

Gallery Sales Assistant

Materia Designs
10.2021 - 01.2024

Curatorial Internship

The Nasher Sculpture Sculpture Center
05.2020 - 06.2021

Master of Arts - History of Art And Archeology

The Institute of Fine Arts, NYU

Bachelor of Arts - Art History

The University Of Texas At Austin

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