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Gabriela Lara

Houston,TX

Summary

Results-oriented technical sales and account management professional with a track record of driving revenue growth, cultivating lasting client relationships, and fostering win-win partnerships. Proficient in account management, business development, project management, and relationship building.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Account Executive

Smart Office Automation
Houston , TX
2024.04 - Current
  • Cultivated relationships with key decision makers through regular client visits and follow-up calls.
  • Maintained accurate records of all sales activities using CRM software systems.
  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive sales plan to increase revenue in assigned territory.
  • Achieved quota to date by 101% in the first 4 months of onboarding.
  • 80 outreach daily using multiple channels such as in-person cold calls, phone calls, emails.

Account Executive

Microsoft
Houston , TX
2021.12 - 2023.09
  • Achieved 210% overall weighted performance during FY23.
  • Developed pricing strategies tailored to individual clients based on their unique needs.
  • Conducted product demonstrations and presentations to showcase the features, functionalities, and benefits of both software and hardware offerings, effectively addressing customer concerns and objections.
  • In QT4 successfully closed $800k in Microsoft Surface devices and $300K in Microsoft software
  • Engaged in proactive prospecting, utilizing a multi-channel outreach strategy encompassing email, phone calls, and Sales Navigator. Averaging 60-80 outreach activities daily. This proactive approach resulted in a robust pipeline, fostering valuable connections and opportunities.

Account Executive

Nippon Shokken U.S.A
Houston , Texas
2019.07 - 2021.12
  • Generated $1M+ in revenue by proactively building and facilitating a robust sales pipeline for new customers, leveraging my expertise, and understanding of customer requirements to successfully acquire new clients and expand the company's market presence.
  • Secured 5 RFP/Bids, resulting in $500K+ in new business for the company, by demonstrating a strong understanding of client needs and delivering compelling proposals, consistently securing lucrative contracts and partnerships.
  • Advised customers on best practices regarding product usage or maintenance procedures.
  • Created marketing materials, including brochures and presentations, to showcase products and services.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies

University of Houston
Houston, TX
2016-12

Skills

  • Account planning
  • Account Management
  • Lead Development
  • Customer Service
  • Business Development
  • Revenue Generation

Certification

  • Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals
  • Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals

Timeline

Account Executive

Smart Office Automation
2024.04 - Current

Account Executive

Microsoft
2021.12 - 2023.09

Account Executive

Nippon Shokken U.S.A
2019.07 - 2021.12

Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies

University of Houston
  • Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals
  • Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
Gabriela Lara