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Kelli Lardy

Kelli Lardy

Business Development Professional
Victoria,TX

Summary

Business Development Professional bringing 12+ years of experience and proven ability to identify market opportunities and execute strategic initiatives for revenue generation and aptitude in the pipeline integrity maintenance space. Skilled professional with strong focus on building and nurturing high-impact partnerships Skilled in team collaboration, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently achieving results Expertise in relationship management, strategic planning, and negotiation, ensuring effective alliances and mutual growth. Known for reliability and results-driven approach in dynamic environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1

SafeLand Certification

1
1

H2S Safety Certification

Work History

Licensed Life Insurance Agent

Lincoln Heritage Life Insurance
07.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with team members to continuously improve sales processes, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
  • Educated clients on the importance of life insurance as part of their overall financial planning strategy.
  • Streamlined the application process for clients, ensuring timely submission and approval of life insurance policies.

Private Home Health Care Provider-Alzheimer's

Self Employed Services
Victoria, Texas
08.2017 - Current
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering an atmosphere of trust and open communication.
  • Enhanced patient quality of life by providing personalized and compassionate care tailored to individual needs.

Director of Strategic Partnerships

UMD Stream
Victoria, TX
08.2021 - 03.2024
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Contributed to overall business success by cultivating a robust network of industry-leading strategic partners
  • Identified new potential partners through market research and competitive analysis, contributing to the expansion of the company''s network within targeted industries.
  • Established clear performance metrics for each partnership agreement which were monitored regularly ensuring accountability from all parties involved.
  • Established, initiated and optimized business development strategies based on company targets, product specifications, market data, and budget factors.
  • Led team of 10 Business Development Representatives to cultivate relationships with internal groups and current and potential partner organizations.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Outside Sales/Rental Representative

Scherer Kubota
01.2018 - 07.2018
  • Educated customers on product features and technical details to highlight benefits.
  • Expanded client base through effective prospecting, cold calling, and networking events.
  • Resolved customer complaints and fostered customer retention and loyalty.
  • Delivered exceptional post-sales support by ensuring client inquiries were addressed quickly while maintaining regular communication.
  • Coordinated cross-selling efforts between different departments within the organization, maximizing overall company revenue.

Sales Representative I Victoria Oliver (Scherer Kubota)

Juy 2012- November 2013

  • Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices, and availability.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong relationships with clients and providing insightful product recommendations.
  • Determined needs, delivered solutions, and overcame objections through consultative selling skills.
  • Met or exceeded sales targets and quotas to contribute to overall sales goals and revenue of company.
  • Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.

Outside Sales Representative

Drill Chem LLC
02.2017 - 11.2017


  • Generated sales by prospecting, negotiating contracts and closing
  • Obtained sales leads through networking groups, referral partners and face-to-face sessions with companies.
  • Conducted customer needs analysis to deliver relevant products or services.
  • MSAs generated solely ConocoPhillips, Devon, Marathon, Sanchez, Frostwood,
  • Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
  • Contacted new and existing customers to discuss ways to meet needs through specific products and services.
  • Worked closely with cross-functional teams such as engineering or production department for smooth order fulfillment processes resulting in higher customer satisfaction rates.

Business Development Representative

NSPEC Pipeline
08.2015 - 11.2016
  • Strategically devised customer approaches, meeting sales objectives and capitalizing on emerging opportunities.
  • Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
  • Negotiated lucrative contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing favorable pricing and terms for the company.
  • Conferred with company departments to evaluate execution of contracts and client account characteristics, developing strategies to improve client relations and profits on future contracts.
  • Developed strong relationships with key industry partners for mutually beneficial collaborations.
  • Performed client research and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.
  • Increased client base by identifying potential customers and initiating strategic outreach.
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of company products and services to provide top-notch expertise to customers.

Construction Superintendent/Project Manager

HUTCO/Fish Energy
08.2013 - 12.2015
  • Planned and coordinated equipment and inventory to prepare materials necessary for projects.
  • Consulted with crews and dispatch personnel to assess situations, determine appropriate solutions and make decisions.
  • Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
  • Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.
  • Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
  • Maintained project compliance, reviewed contractor scope, secured materials and negotiated pricing for competitive bidding with zero lost time due to accidents.
  • Managed 20 employees and subcontractors across 5 different trades by adhering to protocols and best practices implementation.
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  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Took part in regular hazardous waste, safety and compliance trainings to enhance performance.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Outside Sales Representative

Expro Americas-Pipeline
09.2014 - 08.2015
  • Prospected, identified and cultivated relationships with pipeline operating companies and refineries to promote product lines and solutions.
  • Contacted new and existing customers to discuss ways to meet needs through specific products and services.
  • Secured new opportunities from existing customers to maximize and enhance growth at each account.
  • Facilitated and managed business development plan based on market and industry research.
  • Used solid listening and critical thinking to design winning solutions for customers.
  • Established rapport with potential customers through cold calling and presenting product offerings tailored to their needs.
  • Negotiated and prepared contracts to secure new business and retain existing clients.

Outside Sales Representative

Bobwhite Energy Services
04.2013 - 11.2014
  • Leveraged trends in customer industries and marketplaces to shape value-added solutions and approaches.
  • Obtained sales leads through networking groups, referral partners and face-to-face sessions with companies.
  • Conducted site visits to assess needs, demonstrate products and recommend strategic solutions for customer requirements.
  • Followed up with customer to identify and resolve service, account or technical issues and maintain satisfaction.
  • Calculated production, delivery and installation costs to provide customers with accurate quotes.
  • Negotiated prices and set up contracts to finalize sales agreements.
  • Educated customers on product features and technical details to highlight benefits.

Sales Representative

Victoria Oliver (Scherer Kubota)
07.2012 - 11.2013
  • Contacted new and existing customers to outline benefits of products.
  • Developed tailored solutions in response to unique customer needs, increasing overall satisfaction rates.
  • Determined needs, delivered solutions, and overcame objections through consultative selling skills.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service
  • Increased repeat business by fostering trust-based relationships with key accounts through regular communication.
  • Demonstrated product features to align with customer needs.
  • Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
  • Used CRM database to track referral and appointment data.
  • Top 3 in Kubota's Central U.S. Region

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY

Some College (No Degree) - Psychology

UNIVERSITY oF HOUSTON-VICTORIA

Skills

  • Customer-centric Sales
  • Winner's Circle Award Recipient
  • Cultivating Long-Term Business Relationships
  • Account Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Sales strategy development
  • MS Office 365 Proficiency
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Social Media Skills
  • Opportunity Identification
  • Consultative Sales Approach
  • Proven Sales Track Record
  • Prospecting Techniques
  • Attention to Detail
  • Strategic Planning
  • KPI Tracking
  • Solution selling
  • CRM Software
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Oversight
  • Brand positioning
  • Technical aptitude
  • Consultative Selling
  • Sales Forecasting
  • Full-cycle sales process
  • Networking skills
  • Team building
  • Product Knowledge
  • Value-based selling
  • CRM proficiency
  • Sales operations

Certification

  • Salesforce
  • H2S Safety Certification
  • Safeland Certification
  • Licensed Life Insurance Agent

Work Availability

monday
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Software

Microfsoft 365

Zoho

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Licensed Life Insurance Agent

Lincoln Heritage Life Insurance
07.2024 - Current

Director of Strategic Partnerships

UMD Stream
08.2021 - 03.2024

Outside Sales/Rental Representative

Scherer Kubota
01.2018 - 07.2018

Private Home Health Care Provider-Alzheimer's

Self Employed Services
08.2017 - Current

Outside Sales Representative

Drill Chem LLC
02.2017 - 11.2017

Business Development Representative

NSPEC Pipeline
08.2015 - 11.2016

Outside Sales Representative

Expro Americas-Pipeline
09.2014 - 08.2015

Construction Superintendent/Project Manager

HUTCO/Fish Energy
08.2013 - 12.2015

Outside Sales Representative

Bobwhite Energy Services
04.2013 - 11.2014

Sales Representative

Victoria Oliver (Scherer Kubota)
07.2012 - 11.2013

Some College (No Degree) - Psychology

UNIVERSITY oF HOUSTON-VICTORIA

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY
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