Kirk Taylor
Peoria,United States
Summary
Seasoned leader with a distinguished career that spans over three decades, including 25 years in the United States Marine Corps, retiring as a Master Sergeant in 2013. Currently serving as the Vice President of CityBlue Technologies, LLC, specializing in business development and sustainability strategy. Proven ability to drive revenue growth and establish strong channel partnerships. Strong leadership and project management skills contribute to achieving significant results. Committed to community outreach and philanthropy, fostering team motivation to exceed targets.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice President of Sales, Sustainability
CityBlue Technologies
12.2023 - Current
President, Central Illinois Chapter
National Marine Corps Business Network
05.2023 - Current
Veteran in Residence
Institute for Veterans and Military Families – IVMF
09.2024 - 11.2024
Sustainability Strategist
CityBlue Technologies
05.2023 - 12.2023
Team Leader / Territory Manager
CityBlue Technologies
03.2023 - 12.2023
Highway Maintainer
Illinois Department of Transportation
04.2014 - 04.2023
Logistics Coordinator
Coca-Cola Enterprises
10.2013 - 04.2014
Master Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
05.1988 - 06.2013
Route Driver / Account Manager
Central States Coca-Cola (CCE)
01.1994 - 01.1999
Education
EBV – Veterans in Residence 24C -
Institute for Veterans and Military Families – IVMF
11.2024
Veterans in Residence 24C -
Syracuse University
11.2024
Administrative Management - Sociology, History
Excelsior College / University
05-2011
Skills
- Business development and sales operations
- Community outreach and philanthropy
- Sustainability strategy
- Planning, budgeting, and forecasting
- Leadership and team management
- Project management
- Public speaking
- Strategic planning
- Data analysis
- Revenue generation
- Channel partnerships
- Brand promotion and marketing initiatives
- Conflict resolution
Certification
- Dispute Mediator
- EEO Specialist & Counselor
- Equal Opportunity Advisor
- Illinois Class A Commercial Driver’s License
Personal Information
Title: Vice President, Sales & Sustainability
Company
CityBlue Technologies
Timeline
Veteran in Residence
Institute for Veterans and Military Families – IVMF
09.2024 - 11.2024
Vice President of Sales, Sustainability
CityBlue Technologies
12.2023 - Current
President, Central Illinois Chapter
National Marine Corps Business Network
05.2023 - Current
Sustainability Strategist
CityBlue Technologies
05.2023 - 12.2023
Team Leader / Territory Manager
CityBlue Technologies
03.2023 - 12.2023
Highway Maintainer
Illinois Department of Transportation
04.2014 - 04.2023
Logistics Coordinator
Coca-Cola Enterprises
10.2013 - 04.2014
Route Driver / Account Manager
Central States Coca-Cola (CCE)
01.1994 - 01.1999
Master Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
05.1988 - 06.2013
EBV – Veterans in Residence 24C -
Institute for Veterans and Military Families – IVMF
Veterans in Residence 24C -
Syracuse University
Administrative Management - Sociology, History
Excelsior College / University
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