Laura Sparks
Sales Executive
Savannah,GA
Summary
Dynamic Sales Executive with 20 years of experience providing high level of customer service while increasing revenues. Successful at leveraging sales technologies, software and CRM data to identify, analyze and act upon leads, opportunities and sales funnels. Personable communicator focused on exceeding client expectations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Executive
Ashley's Business Solutions
Savannah, GA
01.2022 - Current
- Analyzed past sales data to develop achievable sales goals.
- Increased revenue by implementing effective sales strategies from prospecting leads through close.
- Produced over $200,000 in new business during first year.
- Acquired 42 new accounts during first year.
- Telemarketing-8 hours weekly.
Realtor
Keller Williams
Savannah, GA
08.2006 - 12.2011
- Established and managed 37 new client relationships in first year.
- Constructed strategic marketing plan for new client base.
- Successfully listed and closed multiple homes in Savannah area within first year.
- Compared recently sold area properties to determine competitive market prices.
- Advised and informed prospective clients on current market activities and conditions.
Sales/Marketing Manager
Low Country Linens
Beaufort, SC
10.2002 - 12.2008
- Managed store operations, inventory and product mix, Maintained and reviewed internal accounting within QuickBooks.
- Constructed targeted marketing campaigns, event marketing programs, and internal packaging.
- Engaged in floor sales, and provided ongoing customer satisfaction and service.
- Top Sales Associate producing an increase of revenue by 100%
- Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
- Collaborated with internal teams and suppliers to evaluate costs against expected market price points and set structures to achieve profit targets.
- Analyzed sales and marketing data for improved strategies.
- Devised integrated plans to build brand awareness, sales pipelines and customer acquisition plans.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Augsburg College
Minneapolis, MN05.2002
Skills
- Business networking
- Business development and planning
- Sales funnel development
- Product and service sales
- Network marketing
- Active in community outreach
Accomplishments
- All-District Cross Country Award
- Top Sales Associate at Low Country Linens for 5 consecutive years.
- European Abroad Trip Award for Academic and Athletic achievement
- Captain of Varsity Swim Team
- Captain of Track Team Senior Year
- Top Sales Associate to refer the most leads-January 2012
Affiliations
Chamber of Commerce: Ambassador
Team in Training: raised $2,500 for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
Telfair Art Museum: Member/Fundraiser/ Art Fair Committee Member
13th Colony: Member
Next Generation: Member/Volunteer. Assisted in raising money for the children's hospital at Memorial Hospital.
Tri Delta Sorority: Member/ Volunteer
Hobbies
Running has always been a hobby of mine as it helps me manage stress and provides a high level of serotonin for quality of life. I ran cross country and track in high school and in college. Running keeps me in shape and helps with my tennis game. I played tennis in high school and am part of our club's tennis team. I enjoy playing both singles and doubles tennis matches.
We live in a wonderful neighborhood with miles of trails. My familly and I love to bike around the neighborhood. We take our dog to the dog park, fish in the ponds, or just go for a leisurely bike ride. This provides great exercise and good bonding time with the family.
We love to travel when we can. Last year we took our girls (13 & 8) to Arizona. We saw the Grand Canyon and hiked the beautiful trails in Sedona. Arizona was definitely one of our favorite trips. This year for Spring Break we plan to go to my hometown, New Orleans.
Timeline
Sales Executive
Ashley's Business Solutions
01.2022 - Current
Realtor
Keller Williams
08.2006 - 12.2011
Sales/Marketing Manager
Low Country Linens
10.2002 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Augsburg College
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