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Galen Fountain

Pensacola,FL

Summary


Results-driven Business Development Representative with 7 years of experience in driving sales growth and expanding market presence. Expertise in identifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and executing strategic outreach initiatives. Proficient in lead generation, sales presentations, and closing deals. Skilled in understanding customer needs, offering tailored solutions, and consistently exceeding targets. Strong communicator with excellent negotiation skills and a proven track record in a fast-paced sales environment. Adept at using CRM tools and sales software to track performance and optimize sales processes. Passionate about contributing to company success and delivering exceptional value to clients.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Tax Preparation

Business Owner
01.2023 - Current

• Established and managed a tax preparation company, growing a loyal client base through effective prospecting and excellent service.
• Utilized outreach tools to generate leads and convert prospects into paying clients.
• Developed strong relationships with individual and small business clients, identifying needs and providing tailored solutions.
• Leveraged data and client feedback to refine strategies, resulting in a 20% increase in client retention.

  • Gathered data on taxable income, deductibles, and allowances for tax preparation.

Florida Power & Light

NextEra
02.2021 - 08.2024

• Handled account management, billing inquiries, and service resolutions for 50+ clients daily.
• Resolved complaints efficiently, achieving a 95% satisfaction rate.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify upselling opportunities, contributing to a 10% increase in product adoption.
• Applied persuasive communication skills to promote value-added services to customers.

  • Performed proper maintenance of lighting equipment, ensuring safety, and quality operations.

Customer Service Representative

TTEC
01.2024 - 07.2024

• Delivered excellent customer support by managing inquiries and resolving issues across various communication channels.
• Developed a deep understanding of customer needs to provide tailored solutions, improving satisfaction scores by 15%.
• Identified opportunities for upselling and cross-selling, increasing customer adoption of additional services.
• Maintained accurate records of interactions and utilized CRM tools to enhance client engagement.
• Consistently exceeded performance metrics, including average handling time, resolution rates, and quality assurance scores.

  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Critical Writing & English

West University
Wisconsin Dells, WI
05-2025

Skills

  • Lead generation and qualification through research and outreach
  • Excellent verbal and written communication for engaging pitches and proposals
  • Proficiency in CRM platforms like Salesforce, HubSpot, and Zoho CRM
  • Working closely with sales, marketing, and customer success teams to achieve shared goals

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

TTEC
01.2024 - 07.2024

Tax Preparation

Business Owner
01.2023 - Current

Florida Power & Light

NextEra
02.2021 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Critical Writing & English

West University
Galen Fountain