Mari Bennett
Saint Johns ,FL
Summary
Skilled Life/Success Coach who is passionate, pro-active, committed to accomplishing objectives, with a strong desire to succeed. With 20 years of experience supporting clients in goal-setting and skill-building. Versed in communicating effectively and leveraging active listening skills to assess client needs. Personable and direct with focus on guiding clients toward self-reflection and personal development.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Sales Director and Consultant
Mary Kay Inc.
Jacksonville, FL
01.2002 - 10.2022
- Listened with intent, asked empowering questions, and created action plans based on individual wants/needs to enable them to be successful.
- Achieved top performance by strategically adapting to rapidly changing, competitive environment.
- Designed and implemented sales, educational, time-management, and outcome driven training programs.
- Managed recruitment, training and development for my highly effective sales team of over 50 team members per weekly training.
- Earned multiple cars and awards for Sales and Recruiting locally and Nationally.
Field Sales Representative
Mitchell1 Software & 1st Mile
Jacksonville, FL
06.2018 - 09.2022
- Traveled throughout assigned territory, NE Fla. and South Ga., to leverage leads, cold call, sell/close deals, and visit existing customers.
- Conducted research to monitor market conditions and industry competitors.
- Represented company brand during customer and prospect interactions.
- Worked independently with minimal supervision.
- Maintained responsibility 50+ accounts within assigned territory, consistently touching base to assess needs and satisfaction.
Business Owner
Nu U Makeovers, By Mari
Jacksonville, FL
04.1997 - 01.2009
- Cold called individuals, small, and medium sized companies to increase exposure and market. .
- Worked with Hormone Health and Weight loss Clinic. Implemented procedures, sold hormone health solutions, weight loss, and implemented esthetic packages. Participated in local marketing events.
- Managed American Laser Center and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals. Increased revenue by 40%. Increased customer retention and satisfaction by 70%.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Education
Emergency Management Certifications - Emergency Management
2012
- Professional Development
- Jacksonville Environmental Alumni Association
- FEMA
- Safety and Health 2012
- Environmental Sampling and Analysis
- Hazardous Material Technician
- Qualified Storm Management Inspector
- Environmental ICS -100, IS-700, IS-800
- Confined Space Industry
- Storm water Management Inspector
- Lead Renovator
- 30 Hour - OSHA Construction
Life & Success Coach Certification - Life & Success Coaching
09.2022
Clinical Hypnotherapy Certification - Clinical Hypnotherapy
06.2022
Skills
- Exceptional ability to determine goals & develop outcome oriented steps to achieve success
- Excellent Computer Skills & Zoom Presentation
- Time Management & Organizational Skills
- Individual, Small/ Medium size business Coaching
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Entrepreneurial Mindset
Timeline
Field Sales Representative - Mitchell1 Software & 1st Mile
06.2018 - 09.2022
Senior Sales Director and Consultant - Mary Kay Inc.
01.2002 - 10.2022
Business Owner - Nu U Makeovers, By Mari
04.1997 - 01.2009
Florida State College At Jacksonville - Emergency Management Certifications, Emergency Management
Transform Destiny - Life & Success Coach Certification, Life & Success Coaching
Transform Destiny - Clinical Hypnotherapy Certification, Clinical Hypnotherapy
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