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JAMES MILITELLO

Buffalo,New York

Summary

Dynamic Sales Director with a proven track record at Sidos Systems, driving revenue growth from $0 to over $5M in two years. Expert in customer retention and strategic planning, leveraging strong leadership skills to build high-performing teams and enhance product offerings. Recognized for exceeding quotas and fostering lasting client relationships.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Director

Sidos Systems
12.2023 - Current
  • Built the sales from $0 to $5M+ in 2 years
  • Developed and executed sales strategy for diverse software solutions, aligning with market needs.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to improve product offerings, increasing market relevance.
  • Conducted market analysis to identify and prioritize growth opportunities, informing strategic decisions.

Senior Channel Sales Manager

Verkada
01.2023 - 11.2023
  • Forged partnerships with 30+ new channel partners, increasing market reach.
  • Cultivated channel partner relationships, resulting in expanded sales opportunities.
  • Teamed with marketing to create impactful promotional materials for partners, enhancing partner engagement.
  • Conducted training sessions for partners on product features and benefits.
  • Developed sales territory by identifying new market opportunities.

Channel Distribution Sales Manager, Americas

Ekahau
09.2017 - 12.2022

Built distribution channel in Americas, achieving $75M+ in sales from initial $0.

  • Developed strategic sales plans to expand market presence and drive revenue growth.
  • Managed key client relationships, fostering loyalty and sustaining business partnerships.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, enhancing product offerings and improving customer satisfaction.
  • Trained and mentored junior sales staff to improve team performance and skills.
  • Helped EMEA and APAC build their channel strategy from the ground up

National Channel Distribution Manager

Trident Case
06.2016 - 09.2017
  • Surpassed sales quota by over 200% through effective strategies.
  • Directed sales strategies to drive revenue growth.
  • Coordinated logistics with suppliers and carriers, optimizing shipping schedules.
  • Managed daily distribution operations, ensuring on-time product delivery.

Part Time Adjunct Professor

Bryant & Stratton College
11.2014 - 07.2017
  • Delivered engaging business courses online, fostering student participation and learning in a virtual classroom setting.
  • Developed and delivered engaging course materials for diverse student populations.
  • Facilitated interactive classroom discussions to enhance student understanding and participation.
  • Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback.

Market Development Specialist II/Inside Sales

Ingram Micro
08.2013 - 06.2016
  • Exceeded sales quota by 200% through strategic client engagement.
  • Achieved Presidents Club recognition three times for outstanding sales performance.
  • Ranked top sales vendor for four consecutive years by consistently providing exceptional service and support.
  • Developed strategic partnership with new vendor, driving revenue growth from $0 to $75M through targeted initiatives.
  • Executed multi-channel marketing plans, increasing brand awareness and engagement through email, social media, and webinars.

Sales Supervisor

Verizon Wireless
08.2006 - 08.2013
  • Surpassed sales quota by over 150%, demonstrating strong sales strategies and team leadership.
  • Achieved recognition as the top-performing store in New York State by consistently exceeding sales goals.
  • Recognized as a member of the Presidents Club four times for exceptional sales performance and leadership.
  • Trained new staff on product knowledge and sales techniques to improve sales performance.
  • Supervised sales team to boost customer engagement and satisfaction.

Education

MBA - Business

Medaille University
12-2011

Bachelors of Science - Business Marketing

University At Buffalo
12-2009

Skills

  • Sales
  • Direct Sales
  • Enterprise Sales
  • B2B
  • New Business Development
  • Account Management
  • Solution Selling
  • Sales Operations
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Sales Presentations
  • Customer Experience
  • Customer Retention
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Business Development
  • Telecommunications
  • Telecom Solutions
  • Strategic Planning
  • Leadership
  • Management
  • Team Building
  • Sales Coaching

Timeline

Sales Director

Sidos Systems
12.2023 - Current

Senior Channel Sales Manager

Verkada
01.2023 - 11.2023

Channel Distribution Sales Manager, Americas

Ekahau
09.2017 - 12.2022

National Channel Distribution Manager

Trident Case
06.2016 - 09.2017

Part Time Adjunct Professor

Bryant & Stratton College
11.2014 - 07.2017

Market Development Specialist II/Inside Sales

Ingram Micro
08.2013 - 06.2016

Sales Supervisor

Verizon Wireless
08.2006 - 08.2013

MBA - Business

Medaille University

Bachelors of Science - Business Marketing

University At Buffalo
JAMES MILITELLO