Harold Howell
Myrtle Beach,SC
Summary
Sales professional with over 20 years experience. Organized, personable, and goal oriented with a strong ability to build relationships through trust and efficient communication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Representative - Wine & Spirits
RNDC of SC
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
05.2025 - Current
Design Consultant
West Shore Home
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
10.2024 - 05.2025
- In-home sales, where I performed inspections and created estimates based on the homeowner's needs.
- Used samples to lead the customer through the design of their new bathroom, windows, or doors.
- Closed sales during the appointment; including applying and approving financing.
Bar & Banquet Manager
Crooked Oak Tavern
Conway, South Carolina
10.2022 - 09.2024
- Managed the process of moving from a location that has a capacity of 100 to a space that seats over 400.
- Increased profits by overseeing inventory and strategically increasing menu prices while also finding cheaper vendors.
- Assisted in the hiring and training of more than 30 new employees to improve customer retention and bolster sales.
General Manager
Heirloom Bistro
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Performed everything from hiring, payroll, created a respectable wine list on a bootstrap budget, developed a signature cocktail list, etc
- This was a brand new concept/business that presented unique daily challenges especially in the current market and climate.
Sales Consultant
Holden Roofing
Houston, TX
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Quickly built customer pipeline by going door to door knocking and setting my own appointments and inspections
- Provide excellent customer service while serving as an advocate and dealing with the insurance company for insurance claims.
On-Premise Wine Sales Representative
RNDC of SC & TX
05.2018 - 03.2021
- On & Off Premise Wine Sales, Increased sales consistently with constant focus on completing program goals with key suppliers
- Gained business from competitors through creating and capitalizing on opportunities while balancing the workload of 200+ accounts
- WSET Level 2
Managing Partner
COSTA
Murrells Inlet, SC
06.2016 - 02.2018
- Started with choosing the location & naming the business to painting the walls and within six months of opening was the #1 restaurant in the area.
- Responsible for all day to day operations including but not limited to; staffing, scheduling, payroll, inventory, ordering, etc.
- Created the wine list and they've made minimal changes to it in the last 7 years.
Education
A.A.S - Respiratory Therapy
Allegany College of MD
05.1995
Skills
- Sales Team Development
- Supervision and Training
- Decision Making
- Building Relationships and Loyalty
- Attention to Detail
- Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Meeting Sales Goals
- Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
- Product Knowledge
- Building Customer Loyalty
Timeline
Sales Representative - Wine & Spirits
RNDC of SC
05.2025 - Current
Design Consultant
West Shore Home
10.2024 - 05.2025
Bar & Banquet Manager
Crooked Oak Tavern
10.2022 - 09.2024
General Manager
Heirloom Bistro
09.2021 - 06.2022
Sales Consultant
Holden Roofing
03.2021 - 09.2021
On-Premise Wine Sales Representative
RNDC of SC & TX
05.2018 - 03.2021
Managing Partner
COSTA
06.2016 - 02.2018
A.A.S - Respiratory Therapy
Allegany College of MD