Kristopher Jackson
Brambleton,VA
Summary
I’m a people-first professional with a background in sales development, team leadership, and customer engagement. What excites me most is connecting with people, understanding what motivates them, and helping the right opportunities and talent come together. I’ve hit quota in sales, managed teams as a general manager, and consistently built strong relationships that drive results. Each of these experiences has strengthened my ability to find, engage, and support people, which is exactly what recruiting is all about.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Development Representative
Sandline Global / memoryBlue
01.2025 - Current
- Reached out to corporate legal leaders to start conversations about litigation, investigations, and compliance support.
- Hit quota in my first month by combining persistence, relationship-building, and strategic outreach.
- Learned how to “source” effectively — identifying decision-makers, sparking interest, and opening the door for deeper conversations.
- Used communication skills like active listening and mirroring to build trust — skills I now want to apply to candidate conversations.
General Manager
The Yard Milkshake Bar
Ashburn, VA
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Hired, trained, and coached a team of 20+ employees, creating a fun but disciplined workplace.
- Set up upselling competitions that boosted sales while also keeping the team motivated and engaged.
- Balanced scheduling, payroll, and customer service, all while making sure staff felt supported and valued.
- Learned how to spot potential in people and help them grow — a skill that transfers directly into recruiting.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University
01.2024
Skills
- Finding and connecting with people (candidate sourcing, networking, LinkedIn outreach)
- Interviewing, onboarding, and coaching teams
- Managing pipelines and staying organized (CRM & ATS systems like Salesforce and HubSpot)
- Building trust with clients, candidates, and stakeholders
- Hitting goals under pressure and adapting quickly
- Leading by example, motivating others, and fostering positive team culture
Timeline
Sales Development Representative
Sandline Global / memoryBlue
01.2025 - Current
General Manager
The Yard Milkshake Bar
01.2022 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University
Awards
Hit sales quota in my very first month at Sandline/memoryBlue., Recognized for creative leadership and revenue growth as a GM., Boys & Girls Club Youth of the Year Candidate for launching a mental health initiative, podcast, and 24-hour text service for teens.