John Kiselak
Ballston Spa
Summary
High-performing in-home sales professional with a proven record of driving revenue, closing complex, high-ticket deals, and outperforming peers. Top 5 sales representative at ProEdge Home Improvements in first full year, generating $1.15M in 2025 with a ~47% closing rate. Experienced in one-call close systems and consultative selling, with demonstrated leadership potential through formal Management-in-Training participation. Positioned for advancement into Sales Manager or Regional leadership roles.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
Work History
In Home Sales Representative
Proedge Remodeling INC
Albany
11.2024 - Current
- Ranked Top 5 sales representative in first full year with the company
- Generated approximately $1.15M in net revenue in 2025 through in-home consultations
- Maintained an average ~47% closing rate, consistently exceeding company benchmarks
- Executed one-call close sales process, guiding homeowners from initial consultation through same-visit decision-making
- Delivered full-cycle sales presentations including needs assessment, solution design, pricing, and contract execution
- Built strong homeowner relationships through trust-based, consultative selling, driving high customer satisfaction
- Demonstrated strong proficiency in objection handling, negotiation, and deal structuring in a competitive, commission-based environment
- Selected for Management-in-Training program, contributing to leadership development, ride-alongs, and performance coaching
Head Server
Joseph’s Italian Steakhouse
Hyde Park
07.2021 - 11.2024
- Led and supervised front-of-house teams in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
- Trained and onboarded new hires on service standards, POS systems, and operational procedures
- Supported shift execution, team performance, and service flow to maintain consistent guest experience
- Applied upselling strategies and guest engagement techniques to increase per-table revenue
- Served as escalation point for conflict resolution, customer recovery, and quality assurance
Sales Associate
Ocean State Job Lot
Poughkeepsie
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Delivered consistent customer service in a retail sales environment
- Assisted customers with product selection, promotions, and checkout transactions
- Recognized for leading the district in Insider Cards sold in a single day
- Maintained organized, high-engagement merchandise displays to support sales initiatives
Education
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Hyde Park, NYSkills
- In-Home & Consultative Sales
- One-Call Close Sales Systems
- High-Ticket Closing & Negotiations
- Objection Handling & Financing Conversations
- Customer Experience & Retention
- Sales Presentations & Product Expertise
- Coaching, Training & Mentorship
- Time Management & Scheduling
Timeline
In Home Sales Representative
Proedge Remodeling INC
11.2024 - Current
Head Server
Joseph’s Italian Steakhouse
07.2021 - 11.2024
Sales Associate
Ocean State Job Lot
06.2019 - 08.2021
Franklin D. Roosevelt