GEORGE SPAKE
Bethesda,MD
Summary
Highly motivated and dedicated Sales Development Representative with 7 years of sales experience. Effective at lead generation but dedicated to mastering products and services to become an account executive. Goal is to be in effective enterprise sales account executive who can address the total addressable market for my industry. Independent worker with strong organizational and learning capabilities looking to exceed goals.
Experienced with 5 years of operational management, team leadership, and customer service excellence. Utilizes strategic planning and problem-solving to enhance store efficiency. Track record of achieving sales targets and maintaining high standards in store presentation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
Plaza Artist Materials & Picture Framing
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Maintained open lines of communication with corporate headquarters, sharing pertinent information about store performance and requesting support when needed.
Artist Assistant
Classic Glass, Inc.
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Assisting in the manufacture of products
- Reorganizing of shop equipment
- Helping with the down size of business and product and equipment organization
- Increased productivity through efficient multitasking abilities in handling various administrative tasks simultaneously while supporting artistic activities.
- Contributed to a positive working atmosphere through effective teamwork, open communication, and flexibility in adapting to changing project needs.
Seasonal Administrative Assistant
Aronson Inc
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Business Operations Group during the 2022 Tax Season assist with the assembly of documents to support the Tax Practice throughout busy season
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
Retail Sales Associate
RNJ Sports
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Customer service provided to all customer type; shopping, returns, complaints.
- Consulted customers walking habits to determine the correct footwear for prospective client.
- Process customer transactions and refunds; while managing register balance.
Sales Representative
True Green
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Contacted prospective clients through cold calls (averaged 85 calls a day) as well as door to door contact.
- Providing the correct product information and services to clients
- Informing clients on package details and account balance
- Managed leads in CRM, marketing campaigns, and relationships.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
Sales Operations Planning Manager
CoolCutsLandscaping
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Delegated tasks given by CEOs and CRO which included managing assets, projects, and customer relations.
- Worked closely with CRO on pipeline to generate $100K in revenue each season.
- Lead generation, inbound marketing, performed estimates for returning clients, and worked independently on scheduling.
Snow Mobile Guide/ Lift Attendant
Wisp Ski Resort
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Enforced and instructed riders on snowmobile safety and how to operate snowmobile
- Distributing equipment to passengers in and maintaining proper level of liquids in snowmobile
- Reported weekly to manager for training and to touch base on operations and weekly goals and inbound marketing.
- Reported weekly to staff on my progress with recruiting advisors for business or to seminars.
Operations Assistant/ Intern
Development Alternative
06.2008 - 08.2008
- Data entry and filing of closed projects and miscellaneous travel expenses for staff
- Distributing equipment office equipment to staff and help set up working stations
- Assisted mail clerk on distributing physical mail to inbox and offices
Education
Bethesda Chevy Chase High School
Skills
- Basic Html, Java, Ability to learn and work within various proprietary operating systems
- Customer service
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer relations
- Store operations
- Customer service management
- Training and mentoring
- Relationship building and management
- Outstanding communication skills
- Inventory management
- Recruiting and hiring
- Sales expertise
LANGUAGES/VOLUNTEER WORK/ SPORTS
Intermediate French/ Spanish, YMCA 2011, Football (High School ), Swimming/ Soccer (Private)
Timeline
Store Manager
Plaza Artist Materials & Picture Framing
12.2024 - 03.2025
Artist Assistant
Classic Glass, Inc.
03.2022 - 03.2023
Seasonal Administrative Assistant
Aronson Inc
03.2022 - 06.2022
Retail Sales Associate
RNJ Sports
01.2019 - 01.2020
Sales Representative
True Green
01.2019 - 01.2019
Snow Mobile Guide/ Lift Attendant
Wisp Ski Resort
01.2011 - 01.2013
Sales Operations Planning Manager
CoolCutsLandscaping
01.2010 - 01.2016
Operations Assistant/ Intern
Development Alternative
06.2008 - 08.2008
Bethesda Chevy Chase High School
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