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Korey S Gassman

Eden Prairie,MN

Summary

Thirty two years of Inside Sales, servicing hundreds of accounts across the IT hardware and software verticals


Accomplished Sales Representative with solid sales history and in-depth NetApp experience. Diligent and professional with emphasis on customer experience and service

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Inside Sales Representative

Arrow Electronics
Bloomington, MN
12.2009 - Current
  • Hired to manage new Area Associate sales role on Arrow NetApp team enable new NetApp resellers to use tools to be self-sufficient. I also had Inside Sales responsibilities.

* Vast Knowledge of NetApp Storage equipment to build, price, and distribute quotes to respective reseller and NetApp Sales Representatives.

* Day to day management of sales pipeline and forecasting to Inside Sales Manager while working closely with respective Field Representatives.

Have developed 13-year sales relationships with NetApp Sales Representatives and District Managers, Value Added Resellers, to form trust and respect amongst my peers.

  • Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
  • Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices and availability.
  • Set up new accounts, established customer credit, and set up payment methods.
  • Developed strategic relationships with existing customers by learning preferences and managing regular communications.

Account Executive

Gemini Digital Products
Hopkins , MN
01.1992 - 10.2009

Provided business to business sales and services in a 100% commissioned sales position for a Hewlett Packard reseller, averaging annually $725,000 revenue and $275,000 margin since 2000.

  • Built and strengthened relationships with new and existing accounts to drive revenue growth.
  • Developed and maintained a client base with over 350 accounts.
  • Execute sales varying on short and long-term cyles
  • Lead, organize and direct technnical staff based upon customer and project needs
  • Provide absolute customer service, dedicated follow though and full client support, resuling in several refererals and long term relationship selling.

Account Manager

Kennsco, Inc
Plymouth, MN
01.1988 - 01.1992

Provided business to business sales and services in a 100% commissioned sales position.

Developed end user account base from zero to 125 new qualified accounts in first year as a training telemarking sales associate.

  • Analyzed account details such as usage, sales data and client comments to enhance understanding of effectiveness and client needs.
  • Cultivated relationships with senior ranking decision makers to effectively manage accounts to maximize profits.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA
12.1987

Skills

  • Client Retention & Satisfaction
  • Order management
  • Expertise in cold calling
  • Relationship building and management
  • B2B Sales
  • Strong verbal and written skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, SAP, Oracle, and Salesforce
  • Tenacious follow-up

Certification

Completed: NetApp Accredited Sales Professional (NASP) Training Completed: NetApp Accredited Storage Architect Program (ASAP) Training

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

▪ Completed: NetApp Accredited Sales Professional (NASP) Training

▪ Completed: NetApp Accredited Storage Architect Program (ASAP) Training

Work Availability

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Quote

The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney

Timeline

Inside Sales Representative

Arrow Electronics
12.2009 - Current

Account Executive

Gemini Digital Products
01.1992 - 10.2009

Account Manager

Kennsco, Inc
01.1988 - 01.1992

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Northern Iowa
Korey S Gassman