Herman Meadows
Cuyahoga Falls,OH
Summary
Driven sales professional with proven success in client acquisition, relationship management, and revenue growth across media, hospitality, and entrepreneurial settings. Skilled in prospecting, CRM and pipeline management, and delivering persuasive sales presentations that convert leads and retain loyal clients. Recognized for a customer-focused approach, and consistent achievement of sales targets.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Executive
Lee Enterprises
Mattoon, Illinois
01.2021 - 10.2025
- Drove consistent revenue growth by identifying new sales opportunities and converting high-value prospects into long-term clients and converted high-value prospects into long-term clients
- Boosted revenue by leveraging data-driven insights to optimize pricing strategies and deal structures
- Led regional “Best of” Readers’ Choice sales campaign, securing advertising partnerships with local businesses and increasing program revenue by exceeding sales goals; success led to promotion to oversee the campaign in an additional market
- Managed client relationships to ensure satisfaction and retention
- Developed tailored marketing strategies for diverse clients
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions
Owner and Lead Photographer
The Bend Photo
Charleston, IL
03.2019 - 08.2024
- Built and managed a robust client base of real estate agents and brokerages, driving consistent business growth through targeted outreach, relationship-building, and referral development
- Delivered persuasive sales presentations and service demonstrations to real estate offices, converting prospects into repeat, long-term clients
- Negotiated contracts, established pricing packages, and managed client accounts to maximize revenue and ensure high customer retention
- Expanded operations by hiring and training an additional photographer to meet increased client demand and maintain service quality during peak growth periods
- Applied advanced photo editing software to produce high-impact imagery that increased client engagement and listing visibility, while streamlining post-production workflows to ensure consistent quality, timely delivery, and an exceptional client experience
Order Builder
Heartland Coca-Cola
Mattoon, Illinois
06.2017 - 10.2019
- Collaborated with team members and supervisors to meet daily productivity goals and ensure efficient warehouse operations
- Verified inventory levels, processed shipments, and completed order fulfillment to support on-time deliveries and minimize errors
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to load, unload, and organize beverage products in a fast-paced warehouse environment while maintaining safety and accuracy standards
Front Desk Concierge
River Street Inn
Savannah, Georgia
05.2015 - 03.2017
- Welcomed and checked in guests in a high-volume, tourist-driven environment, providing exceptional service and ensuring efficient reservation and payment processing
- Promoted and sold room upgrades, amenities, and local packages, consistently exceeding sales and occupancy goals
- Cultivated partnerships with local businesses, restaurants, and tour operators to offer tailored recommendations and enhance the guest experience
- Resolved guest concerns with professionalism and empathy, maintaining a positive reputation and driving repeat and referral bookings
Education
High School Diploma -
Charleston High School
Charleston Illinois05-2009
Skills
- Client relationship management
- Client acquisition
- Prospecting and lead generation
- CRM and pipeline management
- Territory management
- Sales presentations and negotiation
- Customer service and retention
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Timeline
Account Executive
Lee Enterprises
01.2021 - 10.2025
Owner and Lead Photographer
The Bend Photo
03.2019 - 08.2024
Order Builder
Heartland Coca-Cola
06.2017 - 10.2019
Front Desk Concierge
River Street Inn
05.2015 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
Charleston High School