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Karl Halstead

Karl Halstead

Woodstock,GA

Summary

Servant leader with multiple years of comprehensive experience in developing and overseeing daily operations and management of internal and external customers. Hardworking and versatile professional well-versed in executing business strategies, sales initiatives, and preparing and implementing business plans and overseeing financial performance. Thorough knowledge of executive level planning, process and performance measures.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Alternative Energy

PowerSecure, Inc.
Ball Ground, GA
07.2023 - 06.2024
  • Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
  • Coordinated resources across departments to maximize productivity levels.
  • Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms for materials or services.

Director of Account Management

PowerSecure, Inc.
Ball Ground, GA
08.2015 - 07.2023
  • Designed, built, and managed the Account Management Department.
  • Collaborated with internal teams such as Project Management, Operations, Legal, HR, and Finance to ensure successful execution of projects and initiatives related to Account Management.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Responsible for creating and overseeing the Contracts Team for document management, customer compliance metrics, and internal database integrity.
  • Became responsible for the Inside Sales Team and negotiated new service level agreements and renewals with customers to ensure optimal delivery of services and products.
  • Accountable for 'cradle-to-grave' management of key customers, objectives, and KPIs. With the oversight of Inside Sales, Contract, and Account Management Teams, my Department holistically managed all aspects of customer governance.
  • Responsible for implementation of new ERP software enhancements.
  • Supervised the integration of customers, departments, and personnel when PowerSecure was acquired by Southern Company in 2017.

Account Manager

Otis Elevator Company
Philadelphia, PA
06.1998 - 10.2013
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key accounts to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Negotiated contracts with clients to maximize profitability.
  • Drafted proposals outlining services, costs, and benefits for prospective customers.
  • Developed successful customer relationships to boost sales opportunities.

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Business Development
  • Hiring and Retention
  • Organizational Development
  • Contract and Vendor Management
  • Team Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Creativity and Innovation

Accomplishments

  • Oversaw successful implementation of organizational ERP system.
  • Responsible for the integration of PowerSecure into the Southern Company family, once aquired.

Certification

  • OSHA 10 Certified.
  • Completed multiple Dale Carnegie training courses.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing

Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
05-1998

Affiliations

  • Family-oriented with passionate interest in maintaining healthy lifestyle through sport, training and outdoor adventure.

Work Availability

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References

References available upon request.

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Company CultureCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time off401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

Software

Microsoft Office/365

Salesforce

ServiceChannel

Global Risk Management Solution (GRMMS)

Timeline

Director of Alternative Energy

PowerSecure, Inc.
07.2023 - 06.2024

Director of Account Management

PowerSecure, Inc.
08.2015 - 07.2023

Account Manager

Otis Elevator Company
06.1998 - 10.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing

Pennsylvania State University
Karl Halstead