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Jerry Liphardt

Seaside

Summary

I am seeking an exciting, career-changing opportunity where I can apply my vast business experience and salesmanship to help grow and increase profits.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Hearing Instrument Specialist

Miracle Ear
Warrenton
04.2022 - 01.2026

Assisted clients in selecting appropriate hearing devices based on individual needs.

  • Grew revenue 50% over three years, increasing annual sales from $400K to 600K.
  • Rated 4.8/5.0 on Google Reviews for customer satisfaction.
  • Close rate 68% of opportunities ( Top 5% franchise-wide.
  • $8,400 average sale price compared to a $7,000 peer average.

Manager

America's Mattress
Warrenton
09.2019 - 04.2022

Oversaw daily operations and staff scheduling in a retail mattress environment.

  • Number 2 store out of 9 in the franchise, with annual revenue of $950,000.
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and timely restocking.
  • Implemented visual merchandising strategies to enhance store presentation.

Publisher/Product Owner

Coastfood LLC
Seaside
06.2006 - 06.2019

The beautiful full-color magazine can still be viewed at Issuu.com/coastfood

  • Negotiated contracts with authors, illustrators, and other contributors.
  • Grew the publication from one town to seven towns, creating a regional presence.
  • branched out to mobile websites to create additional revenue streams.

Owner

Seahorse Specialties
Daytona Beach
03.2000 - 04.2006

Sole proprietor of a promotional product business offering logoed items to various small- to medium-sized companies

  • Worked closely with corporations, small businesses, and associations to promote their brand in a creative and professional manner.
  • 48% gross margins, industry average at 41%.
  • Revenues of $250,000.

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Sales presentation
  • Time management
  • Negotiation
  • Prospecting clients
  • CRM software proficiency

Timeline

Hearing Instrument Specialist

Miracle Ear
04.2022 - 01.2026

Manager

America's Mattress
09.2019 - 04.2022

Publisher/Product Owner

Coastfood LLC
06.2006 - 06.2019

Owner

Seahorse Specialties
03.2000 - 04.2006
Jerry Liphardt