Open To Work
Jacob Turner
Summary
Sales and Learning & Development leader with a creative edge from TV production experience. Expert at driving revenue, building high-performing teams, and designing innovative training programs that elevate performance and engagement. Forward-thinking, results-driven, and passionate about leadership development, team success, and strategic growth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Sales Manager
Lakeshore Learning
Sacramento, California
03.2024 - 01.2026
- Managed a $10M+ multi-state territory, strategically targeting funding streams and purchase cycles to drive revenue growth, and expand market share.
- Developed and executed regional sales strategies that sustained territory growth, optimized account coverage, and enhanced pipeline performance.
- Planned and executed 10+ national conferences and trade shows annually, generating 100+ qualified leads and establishing high-value client relationships.
- Partnered with marketing and internal teams to implement campaigns and streamline sales processes, leveraging Salesforce data to track results and improve team performance.
- Provided consultative product expertise across Early Childhood, K–12, and professional development sectors, enabling clients to make informed purchasing decisions, and increasing product adoption.
Regional Manager, Learning & Development
Sysco Foods
Sacramento, United States
08.2020 - 03.2024
- Expanded management scope to include San Francisco and Central California sites, enhancing regional oversight.
- Spearheaded the creation of the Leaders In Training (LIT) program, designed to scale and ignite growth within the region and empower future leaders. This program has produced 10 high-potential candidates who have transitioned to leadership roles within the company.
- Orchestrated the Ongoing Sales Development (OSD) program, collaborating with subject matter experts (SMEs) to curate diverse training opportunities for sales associates, leading to improved sales metrics for 100+ associates.
- Directed onboarding and delivered Sysco's Sales Orientation Program to over 900 new consultants and managers, facilitating smooth integration into the company.
- Developed training programs for employee skill enhancement and compliance.
Manager, Learning & Development
Sysco Foods
Sacramento, United States
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Onboarded 550+ new associates across the Market, designing and delivering the Sales Orientation Program to accelerate ramp-up time and drive early-stage sales results.
- Partnered with executive leadership to design tailored cross-functional learning programs, improving sales performance and employee satisfaction across multiple sites.
- Delivered targeted training on Sysco’s selling process, key products, and technology, enabling associates to increase customer engagement and revenue generation.
- Streamlined self-serve learning through LMS systems, enhancing accessibility and engagement for improved sales effectiveness.
- Facilitated customer networking events and sales meetings, strengthening client relationships and supporting organizational growth.
Sales Consultant
Sysco Foods
Sacramento, United States
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Achieved annual sales exceeding $2+ Million through effective acquisition and management of both new and existing business.
- Fostered customer relationships and exceeded daily food service demands through innovative ordering management, staff development, and food cost estimations, resulting in 15% overall growth.
- Researched customer business needs and utilized innovative technology to run daily sales reports and special order requests, identifying potential penetration opportunities.
Television Producer
FOX, NBC, NFL NETWORK
Los Angeles, United States
05.2010 - 12.2016
- Pioneered episode concepts in high-energy team setting with producers and executives for shows including Hell's Kitchen, American Ninja Warrior, and Thursday Night Football, enhancing viewer engagement.
- Coordinated with external vendors, clients, and cast members to produce compelling content that resonated with audiences, driving viewer connection.
- Collaborated with editors from project inception to completion, ensuring alignment with creative vision across production phases, resulting in cohesive final products.
Education
Bachelor's - Cinematic Broadcasting Arts
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa12.2010
Skills
- Sales leadership
- Salesforce management
- Training program development
- Project Management
- Learning Management Systems
- Customer relationship management
- Sales strategy execution
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Effective communication
- Networking skills
- Team building
www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-turner-480a3a109
References
References available upon request.
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
HybridOn-SiteRemoteSalary Range
$130000/yr - $250000/yrTimeline
Regional Sales Manager
Lakeshore Learning
03.2024 - 01.2026
Regional Manager, Learning & Development
Sysco Foods
08.2020 - 03.2024
Manager, Learning & Development
Sysco Foods
08.2018 - 08.2020
Sales Consultant
Sysco Foods
07.2017 - 08.2018
Television Producer
FOX, NBC, NFL NETWORK
05.2010 - 12.2016
Bachelor's - Cinematic Broadcasting Arts
Azusa Pacific University