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John Chidester

Maryville,TN
John Chidester

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency at Press N Print Promotions and driving sales growth at Acacia Advertising. Skilled in sales strategy development and marketing tactics, with a knack for fostering strong customer relationships. Achieved a notable success rate in sales closures through innovative social media control and effective team leadership.

Overview

41
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Press N Print Promtions

Owner
01.2005 - 07.2016

Job overview

  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.

Allegra Print and Imaging of Knoxville

Graphic Design and Sales
03.2008 - 04.2013

Job overview

  • Utilized Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite to develop creative designs.
  • Created logos, illustrations and typography for various organizations.
  • Cultivated mobile-friendly designs for variety of platforms.
  • Applied animation techniques to create dynamic visual elements.

Acacia Advertising

Advertising Sales Representative
05.1987 - 01.2005

Job overview

  • Used consultative sales techniques to pinpoint customers' advertising needs and close on short-term and long-term sales contracts.
  • Created and presented media and advertising packages to prospective customers.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs, developed sales strategies and negotiated and closes profitable projects with Number% success rate.
  • Played key role in achieving and maintaining top client satisfaction and retention by ensuring accuracy of ads and listings.

Sierra Medical Laboratory Supply

Medical Representative
08.1981 - 04.1985

Job overview

  • Analyzed market to identify new opportunities and strengthen relationships with hospitals, medical centers and primary provider physicians.
  • Arranged appointments with doctors, pharmacists and medical teams to raise awareness of latest product launches.
  • Recognized trends within territory and industry to create proactive plans.
  • Developed marketing materials such as case studies and product brochures to promote and educate buyers on product offerings.

South Davis Medical Center

Laboratory Manager
08.1975 - 05.1978

Job overview

  • Interviewed, hired and trained lab technicians to perform experiments and analyze results.
  • Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
  • Kept equipment maintained, facility clean, and organized and inventory stocked to maximize performance.
  • Designed processes to increase efficiency by minimizing error and reducing repetitive tasks.

Education

PCU
Seattle, WA

Bachelor Of Arts from Marketing
06.2008

University Overview

LDS Business College
Salt Lake City, UT

None from Computer And Information Sciences
1969

University Overview

West High School
Salt Lake City, UT

Diploma
06.1967

University Overview

Skills

  • Social media control
  • Marketing tactics
  • Sales management
  • Sales strategy development

Certification

Master Advertising Specialist

Military

Military

Utah Air National Guard 1968-1984

USAF Reserve 1974-1990

Timeline

Graphic Design and Sales
Allegra Print and Imaging of Knoxville
03.2008 - 04.2013
Owner
Press N Print Promtions
01.2005 - 07.2016
Advertising Sales Representative
Acacia Advertising
05.1987 - 01.2005
Medical Representative
Sierra Medical Laboratory Supply
08.1981 - 04.1985
Laboratory Manager
South Davis Medical Center
08.1975 - 05.1978
PCU
Bachelor Of Arts from Marketing
LDS Business College
None from Computer And Information Sciences
West High School
Diploma

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