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Jaime Milton

Jaime Milton

Business Development Executive
Fox River Grove,IL

Summary

Results-driven Business Development Executive skilled in strategic planning, relationship building, market analysis, team development, and client relationship management. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and adapting seamlessly to changing demands. Known for driving strategic initiatives that lead to substantial business growth.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
6012
6012
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Vice President

Colorado Mill Equipment
08.2016 - 02.2021

Company Overview: Manufacturer of industrial machinery, parts, die cutting, and metal fabrication.

  • Directed, hired, and trained all aspects of a three-location manufacturing company to include Sales, Marketing, Production, Customer Service, Engineering, and Finance.
  • The company grew from $5 million to $9.8 million in 4.5 years, a 96% sales increase.
  • Implemented staff-inspired solutions to bottlenecks to drive sales growth.
  • Established a new company culture by fostering a team-focused atmosphere.
  • Built operational infrastructure to support sales growth.

Director of Sales

Chicago Importing Company
07.2014 - 08.2016

Company Overview: Distributor and Importer of European Specialty Foods.

  • Led three sales divisions across the U.S. to include high-profile key accounts, distributors, and retail clients.
  • The company grew from $7.6 million to $9.98 million in two years, a 28.95% increase.
  • Measured success with SMART goals.

Sales Manager

ALFRA
07.2012 - 07.2014

Company Overview: Manufacturer and importer of German metal-cutting parts and powered hand tools.

  • Led and trained brokerage agencies across the U.S. who were responsible for meeting sales quotas through wholesale and distributor channels.
  • This startup company grew to $3 million in revenue, and experienced 100% quota attainment, with a 30% increase in sales and a 15% increase in profitability in 2013.
  • Managed sales projections to ensure forecast fulfillment.

Account Executive

Chicago Office Technology Group - A Xerox Company
06.2011 - 07.2012

Company Overview: A Xerox-owned print services company, reseller of business solutions.

  • Strict cold-call position obtaining 100% new business using a 360-degree consultative sales approach.
  • $650K in new business development was generated with high-profile accounts like Bretford Manufacturing, Suzlon Wind Energy, APICS, and Wilson Sporting Goods.
  • 20 C-level meetings conducted monthly.

Business Owner

Spa Luminous Glow
10.2010 - 06.2011

Company Overview: A mobile provider of aesthetic services.

  • Conceptualized, designed, and managed all areas of this startup company.
  • Client relationships were established, and income was generated during a down economy.
  • The client base was targeted through social networking sites, community events, and referrals.
  • Negotiated and secured vendor partnerships with industry power players.

Sr. Business Development Manager

NEC Display Solutions of America
08.2006 - 04.2008

Company Overview: Manufacturer of Digital Information Displays.

  • $96 million annual established team account quota.
  • $5 million achieved in new business.
  • Uncovered large national contract opportunities within vertical market segments.

Sr. Digital Signage Program Manager

NEC Display Solutions of America
03.2004 - 08.2006
  • Project revenue attainment: $260 million awarded from the National Airport Contract for FID (Flight Information Displays), GID (Gate Information Displays), BID (Baggage Information Displays), and concession stand placements.
  • Managed Corporate Partner Program.
  • Supported turnkey program solutions.
  • #1 Market share for the Digital Signage Segment, 2007, Frost & Sullivan.
  • #1 Market Share NEC Partner Pavilion Program Launch in the Global Marketplace.
  • 200+ corporate partners onto the program.

Sr. Inside Sales Territory Manager

NEC Display Solutions of America
01.2000 - 08.2006
  • Achieved $32-$38 million annual quota year to year.
  • Recognized with the NEC Achieve It (2004), Going the Extra Mile (2004), and Mentor Sales Training Awarded (2004); Outstanding Sales Support Award (2003).
  • Supported a team of six outside sales managers.
  • Manage quarterly forecast volume, sales projections, and 500+ assigned multi-market accounts.

Education

Core Solutions Sales Training Certified -

Global Imaging Systems, A Xerox Company
Itasca, IL
01.2010 - 01.2011

Sales Training Certification -

Business By Phone Inc.
Rosemont, IL
06-2005

Business Communication Coursework

Elmhurst College
Elmhurst, IL
05.2001 - 01.2003

High School Diploma -

Hoffman Estates High School
Hoffman Estates, IL
06-1995

Certification in HTML based Web Design - undefined

Aquarius Institute of Computer Science
Addison, IL

C12 Executive Peer Group - undefined

Arlington Heights, IL
01.2019 - 01.2020

Certified in Constant Contact Social Media Marketing - undefined

Weiskopf Consulting
Lombard, IL

Certified in Purple Cow Marketing -

Seth Godin Marketing
Itasca, IL

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Strategic solutions for developing new business
  • Relationship building & management
  • Sales forecasting
  • Staff development and education
  • Helping teams overcome objections
  • Self motivated
  • Driving positive team culture
  • SMART goal driven
  • Proactive Communication
  • Public Speaking, Presentations

References

Marcel Madar

Former CEO

Colorado Mill Equipment

719-434-0747

marcm22@protonmail.com

Note: Marcel and I worked closely together on many projects which were foundational in driving sales growth.


Kelly Gellespie

Owner

Express Employment Professionals

630-363-5355

kelly.gillespie3@expresspros.com

Note: Kelly and I have worked closely together to fill open positions within the organizations I have worked for. Kelly can speak to my professionalism, communication, and character.


Damaris Ruehrdanz

Business Manager

Freedom Equipment, a subsidiary of Colorado Mill Equipment

Phone: 847-702-8825

Email: Damaris@freedomequipment.com

Note: I hired Damaris. Damaris and I worked closely together in many areas such as managing client relationships, overseeing customer orders, production, process improvement, and facilitating employee reviews.






Timeline

C12 Executive Peer Group - undefined

01.2019 - 01.2020

Vice President

Colorado Mill Equipment
08.2016 - 02.2021

Director of Sales

Chicago Importing Company
07.2014 - 08.2016

Sales Manager

ALFRA
07.2012 - 07.2014

Account Executive

Chicago Office Technology Group - A Xerox Company
06.2011 - 07.2012

Business Owner

Spa Luminous Glow
10.2010 - 06.2011

Core Solutions Sales Training Certified -

Global Imaging Systems, A Xerox Company
01.2010 - 01.2011

Sr. Business Development Manager

NEC Display Solutions of America
08.2006 - 04.2008

Sr. Digital Signage Program Manager

NEC Display Solutions of America
03.2004 - 08.2006

Business Communication Coursework

Elmhurst College
05.2001 - 01.2003

Sr. Inside Sales Territory Manager

NEC Display Solutions of America
01.2000 - 08.2006

Certification in HTML based Web Design - undefined

Aquarius Institute of Computer Science

Certified in Constant Contact Social Media Marketing - undefined

Weiskopf Consulting

Sales Training Certification -

Business By Phone Inc.

High School Diploma -

Hoffman Estates High School

Certified in Purple Cow Marketing -

Seth Godin Marketing
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