Keith Dawkins
Lawrenceville,GA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a strong background in employee management, sales, jobsite management, and education. Proven track record of leading teams, optimizing sales performance, and ensuring project success through effective jobsite oversight. Adept at building and nurturing relationships with clients, vendors, and employees to foster a collaborative and productive work environment. Passionate about developing and mentoring others, with extensive experience in training, coaching, and driving employee performance. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently while consistently achieving business objectives and enhancing customer satisfaction.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Salesman/Project Manager
Braswell Construction Group
06.2009 - Current
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate products based on their needs
- Increased sales revenue by identifying potential clients and conducting persuasive product presentations.
- Provided after-sales support, addressing any issues promptly to ensure ongoing client satisfaction.
- Promoted and up-sold products and services to meet needs of customers.
- Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
- Managed job sites to ensure proper material installation
Owner/CEO
Aging Options Consulting Group
05.2009 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Fostered strong relationships with industry partners to expand business opportunities.
- Delivered comprehensive seminars to Veterans and their families, focusing on navigating VA benefits, healthcare services, and support networks.
- Delivered educational seminars for employees and families at assisted living homes, covering key topics such as elderly care, dementia support, and healthcare best practices
Construction Material Sales
Plymart
07.2004 - 09.2008
- Increased territory sales by building strong relationships with key clients and identifying new business opportunities.
- Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
- Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
- Exceeded monthly sales targets and quotas consistently.
- Developed in-depth knowledge of product features, benefits, and pricing strategies to effectively communicate value propositions to clients.
- Completed material take offs on customer Architectural Plans for New construction and renovation projects
High School Teacher
Spalding County Schools
08.2000 - 05.2004
- Established a positive classroom environment by setting clear expectations
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching abilities further.
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed
- Increased student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities into lessons.
- Coached wrestling and tennis
Project Manager/Business Development Officer
Parris International
11.1999 - 08.2000
- Planned and scheduled phases for reconstruction on housing product facility in Korolyov Russia
- Coordinated procurement of parts and materials for faucet, roofing material and window glass production line for facility in Korolyov
- Assisted in creating procurement bids for US Government contracts
- Provided detailed project status updates
Budget Analyst
Georgia Department Of Technical & Adult Education
06.1999 - 11.1999
- Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets, working closely with department heads to gather necessary information.
- Monitored and reported budgetary discrepancies
- Analyzed past spending trends to forecast future budget needs accurately.
- Worked with State Techinical Colleges to help establish future budget needs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA05-1999
Skills
- Sales strategy development
- Effective decision making
- Relationship and team building
- Business development
- Business administration
- Public speaking
Timeline
Salesman/Project Manager
Braswell Construction Group
06.2009 - Current
Owner/CEO
Aging Options Consulting Group
05.2009 - Current
Construction Material Sales
Plymart
07.2004 - 09.2008
High School Teacher
Spalding County Schools
08.2000 - 05.2004
Project Manager/Business Development Officer
Parris International
11.1999 - 08.2000
Budget Analyst
Georgia Department Of Technical & Adult Education
06.1999 - 11.1999
Bachelor of Science - Education
Georgia Southern University
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