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John Chester
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John Chester

Cleburne,TX

Summary

Adaptable professional with strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Learns quickly and applies new knowledge to drive results, support teams effectively, and contribute across diverse roles.

Work History

Sales Professional

Fun Town RV
Cleburne, TX
2026 - Current
  • Assisted customers in selecting recreational vehicles based on preferences and needs.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and benefits of various RV models.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain organized showroom displays, ensuring appealing customer experience.

Sales Manager/ Finance Producer

Route 66 RVs
2024 - 2025
  • Delivered finance and protection product presentations, including extended service contracts, gap coverage, and tire and wheel protection, achieving a high closing rate.
  • Reviewed deal jackets for accuracy and completeness prior to funding, verifying required documentation and lender stipulations were satisfied.
  • Managed deal desk activities, ensuring timely support for sales personnel in closing transactions.
  • Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.

Sales Manager

Camping World
Marion, IL
2022 - 2023
  • Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
  • Conducted manager turnovers and high-level negotiations to overcome objections, secure commitments, and close sales.
  • Assisted sales team throughout the sales process by providing strategic guidance on pricing, trade evaluations, financing options, and deal presentation.

Business Development Manager

Camping World
Oklahoma City, OK
2021 - 2022
  • Recruited, hired, trained, and mentored Business Development Representatives (BDRs) to drive lead generation and appointment-setting initiatives.
  • Developed and implemented phone scripts, word tracks, and communication strategies that improved customer engagement and appointment conversion rates.
  • Managed daily BDC operations, including performance coaching, call monitoring, KPI tracking, and team development.

Sales Professional

Camping World
Poteau, OK
2018 - 2021

• Consistently exceeded monthly sales goals through consultative selling and exceptional customer service.

• Guided customers through the RV purchasing process, identifying needs and recommending products that matched their lifestyle and budget.

• Developed and maintained strong customer relationships, generating repeat business and referral opportunities.

• Demonstrated extensive knowledge of travel trailers, fifth wheels, motorhomes, and RV accessories to provide informed purchasing guidance.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Carl Albert State College
Poteau, OK
2018

Skills

Objection handling

Sales expertise

Closing techniques

Customer relationship building

Business development

Performance tracking

Timeline

Sales Professional

Fun Town RV
2026 - Current

Sales Manager/ Finance Producer

Route 66 RVs
2024 - 2025

Sales Manager

Camping World
2022 - 2023

Business Development Manager

Camping World
2021 - 2022

Sales Professional

Camping World
2018 - 2021

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Carl Albert State College