Ernie Schindler
Calverton
Summary
Seasoned professional in the Gemstone and Jewelry Industry. Through my years in the Industry I have solidified many business relationships domestically and internationally. My passion and love for gemstones is immeasurable. I am known in the industry as being a tough negotiator but fair. I am a thinker and problem solver.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/President
Extreme Facets Inc. / KRS Trading
02.1999 - 04.2020
- Procuring precious, semi precious and rare gemstones and rough material for resale to jewelry industry.
- Designing and manufacturing silver gemstone jewelry for television networks and catalogs. Basic gemstones and exotic gemstones. Sole distributor for Bolivian Ametrine from 2000 to 2005.
- On Air host at HSN, The shopping Channel Canada, 123 TV Munich Germany.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
Senior Sales Manager
Kingstone Gem Importers
03.1989 - 04.1999
- Increased overall sales revenue by implementing effective sales strategies and building strong client relationships.
- Collaborated closely with marketing teams to develop targeted campaigns that drove significant increases in qualified leads and overall sales performance.
- Mentored junior sales professionals in advanced selling techniques, resulting in accelerated career progression and enhanced contributions to overall team success.
- located new sources of precious and semi precious gemstones.
- Help increase overall revenue five fold in short period.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting / Marketing
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NYSkills
- strong negotiator
- Verbal and written communication
- Small business operations
- Attention to Detail
- Quality Assurance
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Owner/President
Extreme Facets Inc. / KRS Trading
02.1999 - 04.2020
Senior Sales Manager
Kingstone Gem Importers
03.1989 - 04.1999
Bachelor of Science - Accounting / Marketing
University At Buffalo
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