Lukas Vlasnik
Chicago
Summary
Knowledgeable Sales Representative with background in driving territory sales growth through strategic account management and customer relationship building. Proven track record of meeting sales targets and expanding market presence through effective territory planning and execution. Demonstrated ability in utilizing persuasive communication and negotiation skills to close deals and foster long-term client partnerships.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Territory Sales Representative
Ecolab
Chicago, IL
07.2024 - 04.2026
- Managed a 1M budget and achieved over 100% of said budget on an annual basis.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key accounts to drive sales growth.
- Executed promotional campaigns that increased brand visibility and boosted revenue streams.
- Utilized all available resources and support channels to delivery accurate and prompt correspondence and troubleshooting.
- Contact: Richard Highland- upon request.
Market Manager
Woody Creek Distillers
Chicago, IL
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Top Tier Distillery running operations out of Colorado and distributing to over 27 states nationally.
- Achievements/Tasks
- Increased sales in the Illinois market by 300% YTD
- Territory: State of IL
- Develop and maintain partnerships with accounts to drive brand exposure to local markets.
- Create and execute marketing events within markets and specific accounts to drive consumer exposure.
- Manage monthly budget and state inventory.
- Contact: Keith Hemeon - upon request
Food & Beverage Manager
The Moxy Hotel
Chicago, IL
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Award-winning White Lodging property in the downtown area
- Achievements/Tasks
- Maintain restaurant cost margins
- Staffing, Scheduling, Training, Inventory, and Payroll
- Work with GM and team leads to roll out new menus and property activations
- Achieved 91.97% Coyle Audit for 2021
- Scored 97.26% Q4 2021 & 94.1% Q1 2022
- Contact: Casey Massaro-Grinold - upon request
Assistant Manager
Kite String Cantina, Footman Hospitality
Chicago, IL
10.2019 - 11.2021
- Mezcaleria and small plate restaurant in northern region of city
- Achievements/Tasks
- Work with GM to create and streamline cocktail program and specials on quarterly basis.
- Aided in business model adaptation during Covid-19, only restaurant in area that remained open.
- Training and staff development.
- Weekly product inventory- beverage cost below 18%
- Contact: Andrew Ragin - upon request
Bartender
RPM Steak, Lettuce Entertain You
Chicago, IL
11.2017 - 08.2019
- High-end fine dining steak house in downtown Chicago.
- Achievements/Tasks
- Expansive product knowledge and above average service standards required to succeed in this location.
- 400-600 cover dinner service on regular basis.
- Worked both main bar and service-well, team work and organization
- Contact: Justin Crabtree - upon request
Bar Supervisor
Front Bar, Steppenwolf Theatre Co.
Chicago, IL
05.2016 - 11.2017
- Bar and Cafe opened inside world renowned National Theatre in Chicago area.
- Achievements/Tasks
- Co-created cocktail menu with GM utilizing products thematic to the theatre's performance season.
- Worked with touring guests to cultivate the event space representative of their concept.
- Inventory, training and staff development.
- Contact: Danielle Shindler - upon request
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05-2013
Skills
- Sales strategy development
- Product knowledge
- Territory management
- Account servicing
- Business solutions
- Sales data tracking
Timeline
Territory Sales Representative
Ecolab
07.2024 - 04.2026
Market Manager
Woody Creek Distillers
10.2022 - 11.2023
Food & Beverage Manager
The Moxy Hotel
10.2021 - 10.2022
Assistant Manager
Kite String Cantina, Footman Hospitality
10.2019 - 11.2021
Bartender
RPM Steak, Lettuce Entertain You
11.2017 - 08.2019
Bar Supervisor
Front Bar, Steppenwolf Theatre Co.
05.2016 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
Florida State University