Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Middleinitial
Accomplishments
Timeline
Generic

JOSEPH RICHMOND

Sales And Business Development Professional
St Petersburg,FL

Summary

I have a strong foundation in sales, management, and business development, with extensive experience across various industries, including retail, entertainment, and small business ownership. My background includes co-owning a small business where I raised $800K in capital and managed substantial sales growth. In previous roles, I have driven impressive results, such as increasing sales by over 100% year-over-year and successfully managing sponsorships worth over $500K. My skills in interpersonal communication, negotiation, and team leadership have been key to my success in each position, and I’m passionate about creating value and fostering productive business relationships.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Small Business Co-Owner

Melody & Company Management
10.2022 - Current
  • Raised $800K in capital and formed an investment group within 6 months
  • Produced $700K+ in sales since starting as a company
  • Bi-weekly zoom meetings with CEO in Denver

Surgical Coordinator

Male Plastic Surgery New York
09.2023 - 10.2024

I took this position while training to be a patient advisor and travel alongside with Dr Steinbrech to our Chicago and Los Angeles office. Unfortunately health issues at the time got in the way of my advancement within the company.


I scheduled surgeries, consultations, and follow-up appointments while ensuring seamless communication. I also was in charge of financials; daily reports for all three practices.

Operations Manager/Sponsorship Manager

Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment
09.2021 - 07.2022
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines
  • Sold $500K+ in sponsorships for the Meadowlands through 30 second commercial slots, trackside banners, and black and white ads in our magazines
  • Facilitated 20% increase to monthly Café and FanDuel profit by implementing new prices, menus, and design
  • Achieved a 6% raise within my first year of employment
  • Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels
  • Reviewed nightly financial reports with CEO

Sales Manager

SleePare
06.2020 - 08.2021
  • Increased monthly sales over 100% year-over-year by sourcing, building, and uptraining an elite sales team
  • Implemented new ideas for the clients to have a one of a kind experience when shopping
  • Opened up new stores in Boston working alongside the Owner

Store Manager

Christian's Mattress Xpress
09.2017 - 12.2019
  • Engaged with clients, assessed their needs and wants to get a feel of what they're looking for, while-overcoming any possible objections in order to negotiate and successfully close deals
  • Top performer in company; first person to join century club exceeding 100K+ in total sales over one month

Entrepreneur & Social Media Manager

RICHMOND LLC
09.2014 - 08.2017
  • Developed and maintained digital media content for multiple businesses using a variety of platforms
  • Analyzed data such as; page visits, bounce rates, and other analytics in order to develop and implement a strategic plan to increase traffic and sell rates

Sales Manager

Parks Motors
03.2013 - 04.2016
  • Worked with diligence to consistently meet or exceed sales targets, including credit card applications, vehicle presentations, and negotiations to successfully close deals
  • Used product knowledge, sales abilities and customer relations skills to drive substantial sales through new client outreach

Manager Trainee

Denver Mattress Company
01.2012 - 12.2012
  • Used product knowledge to guide customers through positive consumer experience directing them to appropriate items, and recommending additional products
  • Assisted multiple clients simultaneously in a high traffic environment
  • Extensive management training program to learn general store operations such as; Inventory management, sales, and promotional strategies
  • Facilitated daily stock management and inventory for sales floor and warehouse

Education

Bachelor's degree - Entrepreneurship

University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS

Skills

Strong Interpersonal Skills

Middleinitial

E

Accomplishments

Organized an investment group for our small business while raising $800K in capital.


As a sales manager at SleePare I increased sales 100% YoY while successfully opening a store in Boston with the owner.


Secured $500K+ in sponsorships sales at Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment.


Timeline

Surgical Coordinator

Male Plastic Surgery New York
09.2023 - 10.2024

Small Business Co-Owner

Melody & Company Management
10.2022 - Current

Operations Manager/Sponsorship Manager

Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment
09.2021 - 07.2022

Sales Manager

SleePare
06.2020 - 08.2021

Store Manager

Christian's Mattress Xpress
09.2017 - 12.2019

Entrepreneur & Social Media Manager

RICHMOND LLC
09.2014 - 08.2017

Sales Manager

Parks Motors
03.2013 - 04.2016

Manager Trainee

Denver Mattress Company
01.2012 - 12.2012

Bachelor's degree - Entrepreneurship

University of Kansas
JOSEPH RICHMONDSales And Business Development Professional