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Kenneth Johnson

Dallas,Texas

Summary

Versatile business leader bringing 30 years of experience as accomplished manager. Strategic problem-solver, change manager and visionary executive with success implementing plans to meet current and future needs. Key expertise in product development. Results-oriented executive with demonstrated record of accomplishment in streamlining operations, increasing profits and maximizing market penetration. Decisive leader promoting operational improvements, market expansion and positive corporate culture as keys to success. Excelled in revenue generation and leadership team building significantly exceeding targets as Sysco Food Service.

Overview

2024
2024
years of professional experience

Work History

District Sales Manager

Sysco Food Service
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Assessed each location's individual and team performances, analyzing data trends to determine best methods to improve sales results.
  • Devised strategies for retaining accounts, delivering polished sales presentations and promoting brands and products.
  • Worked diligently with dealers and management teams to forge lasting relationships and assist in solving unique business problems.

President

Tangram Luggage LP
01.2006 - 12.2023


  • Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
  • Developed and implemented manufacturing for patented travel goods products.
  • Developed and implement manufacturing for patented telemedicine products.
  • Managed global licensing agreement with License to manufacture, design, sell patented products.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
  • Travel Goods Association - Product Innovation Award
  • Inventor - Granted 6 US Patents


Small Business Owner

Johnson Rehabilitation Management Services
01.1994 - 12.2023

Vocational Case Management Services and Consultation provided to unemployed or underemployed individual through Job Analysis, coordination of return to work with Employer when possible, performance of Transferrable Skills Analysis, and employment assistant services.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

Abilene Christian University

Skills

  • Sales Expertise
  • Sales Presentations
  • Product Development
  • Quality Assurance
  • Revenue Generation
  • Change Management
  • Operations Oversight
  • Program Oversight
  • Process Improvement
  • Leadership Team Building
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Strategic Planning

Timeline

President

Tangram Luggage LP
01.2006 - 12.2023

Small Business Owner

Johnson Rehabilitation Management Services
01.1994 - 12.2023

District Sales Manager

Sysco Food Service

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

Abilene Christian University
Kenneth Johnson