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Harold Stone

Harold Stone

Management, Sales & Business Development
Waco,TX

Summary

A hardworking and driven management professional adept at revitalizing operations and aligning procedures to maximize profits. Proven success in growing companies, enhancing profitability, and establishing new distribution channels in U.S. and global markets. Possess an analytical and diligent approach to building and leading strong sales teams with a successful track record of improving sales procedures. Extensive knowledge in penetrating new territories and promoting products in the consumer, food, electronics, and industrial supply sectors. Excel in developing long-term partnerships with senior executives, vendors, and clients. Maintain a polished executive image with impeccable attention to detail.

Achievement Highlights

  • Built the marketing division for an international consumer product company, boosting annual revenues from $12 million to $150 million in 18 months, culminating in a successful Initial Public Offering (IPO).
  • Developed an industrial safety division within national medical supply company, driving customer sales from competitors triggering company acquisition.
  • Revitalized the revenue and profits of a faltering advertising agency and electric sign/billboard division, which catered to the $120 million needs of the parent company. The division's growth and profitability culminated in its acquisition.
  • Established, developed, and expanded a grocery, non-foods, and restaurant franchise region across five states for an international food distribution company valued at $47 billion, achieving a sales increase of over 28% within 12 months.

Skills

  • Team Building & Leadership
  • Business Development & Sales
  • Key Account Management
  • Strategic Planning & Marketing
  • Promotional Planning
  • P&L Management & Budgeting
  • Broker & Vendor Negotiations
  • Staff Management

Work History

Sales Manager

ELECTROTECHNICS CORPORATION (ELTEC)
Marshall, TX
09.2017 - Current
  • National manufacturer specializing in custom-engineered electronic traffic warning systems. Product range includes flashing LED beacons, network time clocks, pedestrian crosswalks, school flashers, and high water warning systems.
  • Oversee dealer compliance, business acquisition, expansion, and profitability across all 50 U.S. states and Canada, including direct sales to State DOTs.
  • Participate in industry trade shows, manage distributors, and deliver technical information and training on new products and innovations.
  • Implement efficient dealer sales strategies to acquire new accounts, increase revenues, and improve overall profitability.

President

RECZONE LLC
Dallas, TX
08.2004 - 09.2017
  • Oversaw start-up phase, which encompassed direct sales, territory expansion, design of new products, engineering processes, acquisition of patents, and management of outsourced manufacturing.
  • Recruited, trained, and supervised independent sales agents, and devised marketing strategies for both retail chains and independent stores.
  • Managed account analysis, orchestrated sales planning, allocated promotional budgets, and reported on key metrics.
  • Grew electronic gaming account base from zero to forty through establishment of long-term partnerships and introduction of innovative products.
  • Expanded food service account base to 150, securing 90% market share in $2 billion frozen yogurt industry.
  • Created consulting division that delivered sales strategies to senior executives.
  • As interim branch manager of client distribution facility, successfully doubled branch sales, enhanced productivity, and significantly decreased shrinkage.
  • Constructed sales territories for essential partners such as Southwest Traders, Wang Globalnet, Global Trenz Marketing, and Northern Safety.

President

BIO-CYBERNETICS INTERNATIONAL
La Verne, CA
07.1999 - 08.2004
  • Hired by CEO to create, oversee, and expand new division.
  • Analyzed market viability of products to develop robust distribution strategies.
  • Adapted surgical back support products from medical industry for distribution to industrial safety departments.
  • Developed infrastructure, formulated strategic business plan, and oversaw sales, marketing, and operations.
  • Promoted swiftly to President from positions of Vice-President and Director.
  • Secured product licensing agreements to enhance brand awareness.
  • Outsourced manufacturing to China reducing production costs by 60%.

Director of Marketing

RADICA GAMES
Dallas, TX
12.1993 - 07.1999
  • Created marketing department for new division.
  • Directed sales initiatives, brand marketing, strategic planning, channel development, advertising, promotions, and new product development.
  • Designed web-based marketing networks, negotiated licensing deals, and coordinated industry trade shows.
  • Expanded key account revenues from $12 million to $150 million annually, culminating in successful IPO.
  • Accounts included Walmart, Kmart, Walgreens, QVC, Target, and Sharper Image.
  • Established new grocery distribution channels encompassing clients like McLane, AAFES, Safeway, Albertson, and HEB.
  • Oversaw recruitment and management of 43 food brokers, regional sales managers, and independent sales representatives.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Trinity / Regis / Upper Iowa University
05.1999

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Work Location

RemoteOn-SiteHybrid

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Interests

Investing, Computers, Electronics

Previous Amateur Radio Operator (K5CKX)

Work Availability

monday
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Software

MS Office, SAP, QuickBooks

Certification

TEXAS INSURANCE LICENSE (2014 - Current)

Life, Health, Property, Casualty, HMO

TEXAS REAL ESTATE COURSES

McLennan Community College

TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING AND SAFETY CONFERENCE (2019)

Penn State University

NORTHERN SAFETY INDUSTRIAL SAFETY TRAINING (2016)

Northern Safety Corporate Headquarters

AT&T NATIONAL TECH SALES SCHOOL (1992)

Cincinnati, OH

Harold StoneManagement, Sales & Business Development