John Miller
Nashville,TN
Summary
Results-driven Consultative Sales Professional and Certified Dog Trainer with nearly a decade of experience in inside sales and client service. Skilled in assessing customer needs and delivering tailored training solutions. Background in B2B sales enhances ability to effectively engage clients in remote environments.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Dog Trainer
The Homeschooled Hound
Nashville, Tennessee
01.2016 - 02.2026
- Operate independent dog training business focusing on positive reinforcement obedience training
- Consult with dog owners to identify challenges and recommend tailored training solutions, demonstrating strong consultative skills
- Educate clients on effective training techniques and practical behavior solutions
- Build long-term client relationships through personalized instruction and follow-up
- Completed thousands of dog walking and pet care visits over the past 12+ years
Dog Trainer
PetSmart
Nashville, Tennessee
04.2014 - 04.2015
- Led group obedience classes for puppies and adult dogs
- Demonstrated techniques and coached owners through practical exercises
- Provided private, one on one training classes and customized training plans
Inside Sales Representative
U.S. Bankcard Center
Nashville, Tennessee
08.1995 - 11.1998
- Generated leads through targeted outbound sales calls to increase client base
- Consulted with business owners to assess and tailor payment processing solutions
- Sold merchant credit card processing services to small and mid-sized businesses
Education
ABCDT - Dog Trainer Program
Animal Behavior Collge
Valencia, CA12-2016
BBA - Music Business
Belmont University
Nashville, TN12-1989
Skills
- Consultative Sales
- Dog training expertise
- Lead Conversion
- Customer Education
- Small Business Management
- Inbound & Outbound Phone Sales
Timeline
Owner/Dog Trainer
The Homeschooled Hound
01.2016 - 02.2026
Dog Trainer
PetSmart
04.2014 - 04.2015
Inside Sales Representative
U.S. Bankcard Center
08.1995 - 11.1998
ABCDT - Dog Trainer Program
Animal Behavior Collge
BBA - Music Business
Belmont University