Result-oriented Sales and Business Development Executive with extensive experience and passion for leading sales strategy development and execution. Demonstrate proficiency in sales projections, profitability assessments, customer trend analysis, operating procedures, sales quota management, customer issue resolution, and closing techniques. Maintain currency with industry trends, market conditions, and operational changes while generating millions of dollars in revenue. Unwavering focus on cultivating long-term client relationships and developing sales personnel into high-performing teams. Inspirational manager and skilled communicator with superior problem-solving, presentation, decision-making, and public speaking skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
National Sales Manager
American Display Manufacturing
09.2009 - 07.2022
Company Overview: Designer and manufacturer of acrylic, PVC, and styrene material for use in building custom point-of-purchase countertop and floor standing displays sold to local, regional, national, and international companies
Developed and implemented strategic marketing plans, sales plans, and forecasts to attain corporate objectives
Improved profit margins by effectively managing budget and overhead, increasing closings, and optimizing product returns
Generated sales volume reports to reflect overall business and vertical trends
Identified client needs and challenges and offered solutions-oriented campaign themes
Fostered strong relationships with suppliers and key clients
Managed, developed, and supported total of 25 regional and local sales managers and staff
Over $6 million in additional sales earned within three years through expansion of business to vending equipment, ATM units, product distribution, logistical services, and business consultation
$5 million in revenue generated over six-year span by growing distribution network to more than 25 distributors employing over 300 telemarketing sales personnel
Grew sales by $3 million through design and manufacturing of custom low-cost countertop vending equipment
Enhanced production capacity by more than 200%, sales volume by over 100%, and profit margins by 15% through diversification of production capabilities and increased customer acquisition
Developed multi-million-dollar client accounts by forecasting expansive growth in categories that delivered high volume, high profit margin production displays, such as e-cigarettes, CBD products, and cell phone accessories
Netted additional $100,000 in volume YOY after positioning company as one-stop logistical service for clients
Designer and manufacturer of acrylic, PVC, and styrene material for use in building custom point-of-purchase countertop and floor standing displays sold to local, regional, national, and international companies
President/Owner
One Source Distributing
01.1996 - 01.2009
Company Overview: Plastic display manufacturing facility and distribution center that specialized in custom point-of-purchase countertop and floor standing displays
Created displays sold through local, regional, national, and international retail chains, food and beverage distributors, import and export companies, consumable products companies, electronics firms, tobacco and alternative resellers, gas station and convenience store chains, toys and gift companies, and greeting card suppliers
$15 million in revenue earned over company lifespan through delivery of high-quality displays that increased clients' market exposure, dominance, and revenue
Acquired and developed $1.5 million account by working directly with client's President, National Sales Manager, and COO to significantly enhance company's exposure and market share
$1.3 million reduction in supplier's raw material expenses achieved through negotiation of required sales volume, pricing, terms, delivery times, and special ordering
Supplied client with more than 10,000 displays over 12 months for distribution to CVS, Walgreens, Rite-Aid, and other high-profile locations
Created over 500 custom point-of-purchase displays, some of which received design patents
25% reduction in material cutting and preparation labor costs accomplished by redesigning process
Established three independently owned manufacturing facilities with over 50 production employees
Developed network of more than 25 sales and telemarketing clients who employed over 300 sales staff within only 18 months
Gained millions of dollars in revenue for clients by serving as trusted advisor to companies' executives and providing valuable assistance with product development, market expansion, and potential revenue streams
Successfully expanded business from standard custom displays manufacturer into multi-industry facility
Increased market share, boosted sales volume, and diversified distribution channels for clients by meeting display needs and supplying marketing tools
Plastic display manufacturing facility and distribution center that specialized in custom point-of-purchase countertop and floor standing displays
Education
Business
University of Miami
Miami, FL
Skills
Dynamic Leader & Business Coach
Business Intelligence & Revenue Generation
Business Re-Engineering
Master Team Builder
Operations Excellence
Trusted Advisor & Business Strategist
Creativity & Innovation
Creative Problem Solving
Customer Acquisition & Client Retention
Certification
Real Estate Sales Associates License
Life, Health and Annuities License
Loan Originators License
Timeline
National Sales Manager
American Display Manufacturing
09.2009 - 07.2022
President/Owner
One Source Distributing
01.1996 - 01.2009
Business
University of Miami
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