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Jameson Beard

Nashville,TN

Summary

As the Head of Brand Ambassadors at Traeger, I lead a dynamic team responsible for direct-to-consumer sales across diverse environments including Costco roadshows, Home Depot weekends, and various direct sales events like home and garden shows, state fairs, and rodeos. My responsibilities encompass hiring, training, and overseeing the scheduling of a team that grew from 80 to a peak of 225 sales representatives across the U.S. and Canada. I manage a significant training budget and play a key role in a team generating approximately $125M in annual revenue.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Brand Ambassadors

Traeger Grills
01.2019 - Current

Leadership & Training

  • Directed ~140 Brand Ambassadors (sales reps) across North America
  • Spearheaded 3 separate product line launches and implemented execution plans
  • Created and implemented a special event bundle pitch, resulting in 119% attachment rate across the salesforce.
  • Designed and executed comprehensive training programs, improving new hire onboarding and sales performance.

Sales Performance

  • Ranked #1 of 138 North American sales reps in 2024 generating ~$4.9M in sell-through product sales and exceeding sales objectives by 177%.
  • Earned Traeger Best in Show Award and Sales Representative of the Year (2015, 2019, 2022)
  • Recognized in Traeger President’s Club (Top 10% Annual Sales) in 2013-2024.
  • Traeger Roadshow of the Year Award Winner (Cowboy Christmas, Las Vegas) —Achieved $2.78M revenue, 10 days (2024).


Coach of Brand Ambassadors

Traeger Grills
10.2017 - 01.2019
  • Increased team performance by implementing tailored training programs.
  • Developed strategies for improving skills and technique.
  • Enhanced player motivation by organizing engaging practice sessions.
  • Motivated athletes, fostering a positive and competitive environment.

Brand Ambassador

Traeger Grills
10.2011 - 01.2014
  • Increased positive word-of-mouth referrals through genuine, personalized customer interactions and excellent product knowledge.
  • Ensured accurate representation of the brand by maintaining consistent messaging and visuals across all promotional materials and presentations.
  • Enhanced brand recognition by executing promotional events and engaging customers with product demonstrations.
  • Boosted sales through effective collaboration with store staff to promote products in high-traffic areas.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing (Professional Golf Management)

University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO
01-2010

High School Diploma -

Columbine High School
Littleton, CO
01-2006

Skills

  • Leadership and Team Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Sales Forecasting and Analysis
  • Revenue Growth
  • Product Knowledge
  • Problem Solving
  • Time Management
  • CLOSER

Timeline

Head of Brand Ambassadors

Traeger Grills
01.2019 - Current

Coach of Brand Ambassadors

Traeger Grills
10.2017 - 01.2019

Brand Ambassador

Traeger Grills
10.2011 - 01.2014

Bachelor of Science - Marketing (Professional Golf Management)

University of Colorado At Colorado Springs

High School Diploma -

Columbine High School
Jameson Beard