Kathleen J. Pagano
Ocean,USA
Summary
Motivated as a Business Development Manager Representative with 10 plus years of experience and with a history of taking on leadership roles in competitive environments. Skilled networker with clear and persuasive communicator with a talent for prioritizing tasks to meet challenging deadlines. Warm and engaging interpersonal style with the ability to build upon acquired skills in challenging new position.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Miss USA
Miss USA Ocean NJ
08.2024 - Current
Business Development Representative
Big Man's Microbrewery
New Jersey, USA
01.2017 - 10.2024
- Company Overview: Face of the company Ranked #1 for developing strategic plans to market products and services as a top leader
- Ranked 1 overall in a team of 5
- Skilled at building and maintaining customer relationships, developing partnerships and strengthening vendor connections
- Highly persuasive professional known for exceeding targets
- Focused on maximizing business success by capitalizing on sales and service opportunities
- Responsible for driving growth, revenue, engagement, and monetization BMB Products and services across Monmouth County of New Jersey
- Promoted to Business Developing Manager within the first year (handed more responsibilities)
- Exceeded quarterly quota by triple new accounts and maintaining optimal client satisfaction my first year
- Handed more responsibility with taking over the state of New Jersey
- Managed and trained all new employees
- Worked closely with distributors to gain their trust with (BMB)
- Built and maintained robust pipeline of qualified prospective business customers by cold calling, networking and referrals followed by cultivation of productive relationships with customers
- Conferred with advertising managers to develop and implement marketing plans
- Face of the company Ranked #1 for developing strategic plans to market products and services as a top leader
Business Sales Consultant
QVC
Westchester, PA, USA
01.2000 - 01.2021
- Company Overview: QVC - Westchester, PA
- Developed and maintained relationships with dermatologist, plastic surgeons, makeup artist like Bobby Brown, jewelry designers, Med spas and salons worldwide
- Highest Northeast in sales
- Hit and over exceeded monthly goal
- Top 10 Sales Consultant out of 4 regions
- Representation of 10 plus different brands
- Contracted for On Air TV - Fashion, Beauty, and Fitness - Appeared in 25 advertisements for strong local brands - exclusive clients such as Bobby Brown, Doris Dalton, Laura Geller, Edward Bess, Jing Ai (cosmetics)
- Represented in top sales for Gilad Jankowicz (Fitness)
- Top in sales in Beauty Brands, including Dry Bar, Beach Waver, Alterna and T-3 hair Adidas, Reebok and Michael Kors
- Successfully fostered relationships with multiple clients for whom I became the go-to choice
- Promoted products and services in television Commercials, on film or in videos
- QVC - Westchester, PA
Spokes Model Sales Representative
Miss Hawaiian Tropics
Florida, USA
01.2000 - 01.2015
- Experienced sales leader skilled in peer coaching, leading divisional calls, and sharing practices on international platforms
- Consistently a top 25% performer with multiple promotions and awards, meeting and exceeding growth targets through strategic planning and strong practitioner relationships
- Recognized for launching six products and multiple indications, achieving a top 15% international ranking for key brands
Esthetician/ Cosmetologist
David J Witchell Salon
Newtown , PA, USA
01.1999 - 01.2003
- Educated clients on proper skincare routine maintenance and guided them in selecting appropriate home care products.
- Maintained strict sanitation protocols to ensure a clean and safe environment for both staff and clients.
- Performed various facial treatments for optimal skin health, and hair treatments,
- Established long-lasting relationships with clients by providing personalized care and consistently delivering outstanding results.
Education
REAL ESTATE -
Mulroy School of Realestate
01.2015
BACHELOR -
Gwynedd Mercy University
01.1999
COSMETOLOGY -
Jean Madiline
philadelphia01.1995
Skills
- Strong sales ability
- Product Expertise
- Quick learning ability
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Clear Communication
- Relationship Management
- Customer Relationship Management
- Business Development
- New Business Development
- Coaching
- Sales Enablement
- Team Leadership
- Direct Sales
Timeline
Miss USA
Miss USA Ocean NJ
08.2024 - Current
Business Development Representative
Big Man's Microbrewery
01.2017 - 10.2024
Business Sales Consultant
QVC
01.2000 - 01.2021
Spokes Model Sales Representative
Miss Hawaiian Tropics
01.2000 - 01.2015
Esthetician/ Cosmetologist
David J Witchell Salon
01.1999 - 01.2003
REAL ESTATE -
Mulroy School of Realestate
BACHELOR -
Gwynedd Mercy University
COSMETOLOGY -
Jean Madiline