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Hayden Gitchell

Hayden Gitchell

San Diego,CA

Summary

As a forward-thinking sales professional with 5+ years of experience and over 2M$ in individual sales, I appreciate firsthand the significance of empathy and attentiveness in closing a deal. Seeking a sales role that will support the continued growth of this expertise and ability to grow and shine within an accomplished organization.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Energy Technician

North West Colorado Council Of Governments
01.2023 - Current
  • Inspected, evaluated, and installed energy-saving electrical and mechanical systems to help low-income families struggling with the discomfort and high energy bills.
  • Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
  • Demonstrated to customers proper methods for operating equipment after it had been installed.

Project Coordinator

Ameritech Windows
05.2020 - 10.2022
  • Executed masterful product and company knowledge while conducting in-home estimates resulting in over 2M$ of personal sales in just over 2 years for my company.
  • Visited multiple customers' houses daily to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings for various home improvements, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs to fit the client's budget and design aspirations.
  • Negotiated terms and contracts with clients to maintain profitable sales. Making the job affordable for the customer through concise quotes, credit terms, and other bid specifications.
  • Worked with the sales team to build community and collaboratively reach targets. Not only did we consistently meet or exceed personal quotas but we set our company record for production every year I was a part of the team. This was a great accomplishment for us as we had to navigate outside sales during a global pandemic.
  • Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities. Fostered lasting relationships with my clients through effective communication and timely responses, resulting in long-term loyalty and referral business.
  • Monitored service after the sale and implemented quick and effective problem resolutions.

Event Marketing Representative

Ameritech Windows
09.2019 - 05.2020
  • Served as the top producing team member in the development of a new client pipeline, resulting in an average of 8-10 confirmed leads generated per event worked, leading to promotion to a project manager while still in college.
  • Promoted conversion of casual shoppers into customers through product knowledge and product solutions to meet customer needs.
  • Trained new employees on customer service, money handling, and organizing strategies.
  • Kept detailed records of daily activities through an online customer database.

College Financial Representative

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management
04.2019 - 09.2019
  • Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products, and services based on individual needs.
  • Managed over 35 client calls a day, resulting in winning the "whip" title in my internship class of over 40 students for the highest production.
  • Licensed in life, disability, and long-term care insurance.

Founder

Turtle Tables LLC
01.2017 - 02.2018
  • Outlined financial goals, and daily operations of my bespoke table company.
  • Created a fully functional e-commerce website complete with custom product design options.
  • Ran a targeted media marketing campaign that utilized split testing to identify advantageous opportunities.
  • Helped to build the product myself using reclaimed and sustainable materials.

Ski Technition

Charter Sports
08.2016 - 06.2017
  • Performed complex mechanical alignments and equipment calibration to meet quality standards.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and safety requirements.
  • Researched and implemented new technologies and equipment.

Co-Founder

Après Tune
06.2015 - 08.2016
  • The first business I started in high school would end up winning me the Vail Centre Torch Award for Youth Entrepreneurship.
  • Raised startup capital for warehouse space, company vehicle, and over 4k in ski-tuning machinery.
  • Developed an e-commerce website that allowed the customer to choose when and where their skis would be picked up and dropped off as well as how they would be worked on.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Selling Skills And Sales Operations

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO
05.2024

Skills

  • Inside and Outside Sales
  • Market Research
  • Prospecting Skills
  • Onsite Product Demonstrations
  • Consultative Selling Techniques
  • Customer Relations
  • Negotiation Tactics

Accomplishments

  • Winner of the 2015 Vail Centre Torch Award for Youth Entrepreneurship
  • Nominated as my Northwestern Mutual internship "class whip" for highest production in my class.
  • 2M$ producer as an outside sales specialist in less than 3 years.
  • Co-Founder of PSE (co-ed sales, marketing, and administration fraternity) at the Metropolitan State University of Denver.

Hobbies

I love to ski, surf, and camp with my long-time girlfriend Erin. I also enjoy spending time with my family and playing sports in adult rec leagues with my friends. Moving to San Diego to be close to the beach and get out of the snowy mountains of Colorado!

Timeline

Energy Technician

North West Colorado Council Of Governments
01.2023 - Current

Project Coordinator

Ameritech Windows
05.2020 - 10.2022

Event Marketing Representative

Ameritech Windows
09.2019 - 05.2020

College Financial Representative

Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management
04.2019 - 09.2019

Founder

Turtle Tables LLC
01.2017 - 02.2018

Ski Technition

Charter Sports
08.2016 - 06.2017

Co-Founder

Après Tune
06.2015 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Selling Skills And Sales Operations

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Hayden Gitchell