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Kristopher  Tomes

Kristopher Tomes

San Antonio

Summary

Reaching an audience of over one million civilian and military personnel across the United States, Kristopher Tomes harnesses his enriching blend of military service, successful tenure as a Military Recruiter, and recognition as a decorated Pararescueman to inspire and motivate. His experiences, steeped in discipline, determination, and resilience, make him a standout Motivational Speaker and Sales Consultant, empowering him to deliver sales training that is both impactful and results-driven. His persuasive tactics, relationship-building prowess, and strategic selling principles, finely honed over years of military recruitment, enhance the effectiveness of his training.

The distinctive blend of military discipline, recruitment strategies, and motivational leadership that Kristopher offers culminates in an inspiring, highly effective sales training experience. With these ongoing efforts, he continues to make a significant impact on thousands of individuals and numerous organizations, propelling them to new heights of success and performance.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Motivational Keynote Speaker | Sales Consultant

United States Air Force
09.2015 - Current
  • Motivational Speaker: Inspires individuals to overcome their limitations by leveraging a wide range of experiences, fostering both personal and professional growth.
  • Sales Consultant: Employs strategic selling principles and relationship-building techniques to enhance sales performance, driving results through innovative strategies and effective training.

Pararescueman

United States Air Force
01.2008 - Current
  • Pararescuemen are trained specialists in high-risk rescues, proficient in a range of tactics from emergency medical care to parachuting and combat.
  • Their rigorous training fosters resilience, adaptability, and leadership skills, inspiring individuals across fields through an ethos of courage and perseverance.

Recruiting Scout Team Leader

United States Air Force, USAF
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Supervised team Sales members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.

Scout Team Senior Trainer

United States Air Force, USAF
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Developed and improved training courses to increase staff performance and overall training effectiveness.
  • Coordinated training for new hires to impart information about company policies, requirements and performance strategies.
  • Oversaw day-to-day functions of training department.
  • Evaluated training needs to improve training quality.

Special Warfare Recruiter

United States Air Force, USAF
10.2020 - 04.2022

Responsible for filling USAF annual Special Warfare/Combat Support manning requirements for 14.7K sq mile recruiting zone
- Establishes an effective advertising, promotion and public relations program in local area, high schools and colleges
- Effectively screens applicants for enlistment qualification with required entry testing, case file docs/physical preparation

Business Owner/Operator

Valor Med LLC.
06.2017 - Current
  • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

American Military University
Washington D.C
06.2023

PME - Conflict Management & Dispute Resolution Course

Air University
Montgomery, AL
03.2023

Associate of Arts - Instructor of Science And Technology

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
06.2022

PME - Foundations of Negotiation

Air University
Montgomery, AL
01.2022

PME - IMPACT Sales Facilitator

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
01.2021

Associate of Science - Personnel Recovery

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
06.2017

Skills

  • Consultative Selling Techniques
  • Prospecting Skills
  • Lead Prospecting
  • Cold Calling
  • Persuasive and Strategic Negotiations
  • Stress Resiliency
  • Leadership Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Appointment Booking
  • Consultative Selling Techniques
  • Mission and Vision
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Team-Building Activities

Accomplishments

  • Most requested Motivational Speaker & Sales Instructor in the Air Force Recruiting Service (2021-23)
  • Air Force Recruiting Service Top III Rising Star Award (2021)
  • Senior Leader of the Year | Special Warfare Recruiting (2022)
  • Support of the Year | Special Warfare Recruiting (2023)
  • Successfully launched TRUSTED FACTS Sales Companion (2023)

Timeline

Recruiting Scout Team Leader

United States Air Force, USAF
01.2022 - 04.2023

Scout Team Senior Trainer

United States Air Force, USAF
01.2022 - 04.2023

Special Warfare Recruiter

United States Air Force, USAF
10.2020 - 04.2022

Business Owner/Operator

Valor Med LLC.
06.2017 - Current

Motivational Keynote Speaker | Sales Consultant

United States Air Force
09.2015 - Current

Pararescueman

United States Air Force
01.2008 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

American Military University

PME - Conflict Management & Dispute Resolution Course

Air University

Associate of Arts - Instructor of Science And Technology

Community College of The Air Force

PME - Foundations of Negotiation

Air University

PME - IMPACT Sales Facilitator

Community College of The Air Force

Associate of Science - Personnel Recovery

Community College of The Air Force
Kristopher Tomes