GARY JAMES
Phuket,20
Summary
I am proficient in overseeing sales operations and developing businesses to maximize growth and consistently hit sales targets. I am a highly self-driven individual, I like to think outside the box, always striving to better myself and the team I am working with. I have been based in Asia for the best part of 17 years and operated solely in the sales and hospitality Industry.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager
The White Lotus
Phuket, Phuket
07.2025 - Current
- Guided clients through property buying and selling processes, ensuring informed decisions and smooth transactions.
- Negotiated contracts and terms between buyers and sellers.
- Developed targeted marketing strategies to effectively promote listings, increasing visibility and interest.
- Conducted market analysis to determine property values and trends, providing clients with data-driven insights.
- Facilitated open houses and private showings for potential buyers.
Remote Advisor
Empath Closing School
Phuket
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Secured sales of high-ticket programs during client consultations, contributing to revenue growth.
- Achieved over 50 per cent close rate, demonstrating effective sales strategies.
- Closed prospects through one-hour Zoom consultations, enhancing client engagement.
- Using Go High Level, Skool Community, Slack & Google Calendars
Manager/Sales Executive
Wyndham Vacation Club
01.2016 - 12.2023
- Consistently hit and exceed sales targets
- Managed lead generation through closing sales to drive revenue growth
- Trained and developed sales team to enhance performance and achieve targets
- Achieved monthly sales award for outstanding performance.
- Salesman for Cold Line of the year 2019
- Secured complimentary trip to Bali for exceptional sales performance.
Sales Manager/T.O/Sales Executive
Absolute Vacation Club
01.2005 - 01.2015
- Generated over €8,000,000 in business as an individual contributor
- Consistently hit and exceed sales targets
- Recognized as Salesman of the Year 2008 and 2010 among 120 salespeople in Thailand, featured in monthly magazine, Globe
- Achieved multiple 5-Star ratings recognized in monthly magazine
- Achieved the ONLY 13 Star on Cold Line for the company
- Doing complete back to front sales myself from the meet and greet, checking the client in, booking the tour, selling and closing
- I was part of the winning team as a Sales Executive, T.O and Manager
- Transferred ownership of numerous deals to clients, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up.
Company Owner
GJ Building
, UK
01.1995 - 01.2004
- Achieved a profit exceeding £750,000 through strategic business practices.
- Managed all marketing efforts, leveraging word of mouth to attract a steady stream of clients
- Ensured the highest quality work and service to gain repeat customers on a regular basis.
- Consistently delivered on commitments to clients, ensuring reliability and trust
- Developed tailored quotations for clients, balancing their needs with competitive pricing
- Trained apprentices to a high standard to give them a foot up at the start of their career.
Education
Bachelor of Business Degree -
University of Essex
Colchester, UK01-1994
10 GCSE's - Grade C and above including English and Maths
Passmore Comprehensive School
UK01-1989
Skills
- Sales
- Recruitment
- Training
- Time Management
- Competitor Analysis
- Public speaking
- Customer Retention
- Team Leader
- Social Skills
- Contract negotiation
- Team leadership
- Customer engagement
- Sales training
- Customer relationship management
- Effective communication
Languages
English, Native
Hobbies and Interests
- Travel
- Football
- Technology
- Thailand
- Asia
- Different Cultures
- Gym
Passion
Sales is not a job; it's a lifestyle. I live it 24/7 and enjoy sharing my knowledge with others.
Timeline
Sales Manager
The White Lotus
07.2025 - Current
Remote Advisor
Empath Closing School
01.2024 - 06.2025
Manager/Sales Executive
Wyndham Vacation Club
01.2016 - 12.2023
Sales Manager/T.O/Sales Executive
Absolute Vacation Club
01.2005 - 01.2015
Company Owner
GJ Building
01.1995 - 01.2004
Bachelor of Business Degree -
University of Essex
10 GCSE's - Grade C and above including English and Maths
Passmore Comprehensive School