OBJECTIVE
To obtain a senior level sales management position within an organization where 15 years of extensive sales experience can be utilized.
Consultative Sales, Strategic Marketing, and Relationship Cultivation can be utilized to their fullest. Ability to manage full sales cycle from needs analysis, proposal development, presentation, and contract negotiation through to delivery. Generate consecutive revenue increases with current annual sales while maintaining revenues above industry averages.
Clear Channel (WGCI AM/FM 107.5) Chicago, Illinois 1998 to 2009
Senior Account Executive
• Provide integrated marketing opportunities to clients, including: web, streaming, on-demand, e-blasts, news letters, bill boards, venue events, etc.
• Collaborate with area entertainment companies for concerts and plays in the Chicagoland area, at such venues including Arie Crown, Chicago Theatre, House of Blues, and Park West.
• Interact extensively with major national corporate accounts such as Miller Brewing Co. Inc., Wendy’s, Corona, Toyota, City Colleges, etc.
• Assist in training and mentorship of new account executives, attending sales calls and presentations as needed.
Accomplishments: ◊ Ranked Top in Integrated Marketing, Web, and Sales Billing within the cluster.
◊ Generated over $1.5 MM consistently from 2005 to 2008.
◊ Achieved highest percentage over budget for the Clear Channel Cluster, 3rd quarter 2004.
◊ Grew over $2 MM in revenue 2003 (35% new business) and 2004 (40% new business).
◊ Consistently generated over $1.1 MM in annual revenue 2000 to 2004.
◊ Achieved 100% of annual budgets 1999 to 2004.
◊ Awarded Top Cluster Account Executive 3rd quarter 2001, for highest budget percentages.
◊ Won New Business contest for WGCI AM/FM for 4th quarter 2001.
◊ Recognized with 100% Club Performer for 10 quarters over a 4 year period.
◊ Consistently cited by clients as providing exceptional personalized service.
Marketing/Sales
Possess a significant record of achievement in local and national markets with a focus on increasing brand visibility, effective merchandising, and account management
Identify target audiences and develop promotional objectives, utilizing comprehensive understanding of advertising, marketing, and product management strategies
Implement realistic strategies to meet both short- and long-term client needs; consistently developing results-oriented programs leading to high level of client retention
Account Management
Able to proactively troubleshoot; identify potential problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement creative timely solutions
Utilize strong negotiation skills in working with clients to maintain a positive and cooperative environment
Contribute to all areas of project management, utilizing strong written and verbal communication skills to coordinate initiatives interdepartmentally