Matt Holeman
Peoria,AZ
Summary
As a dedicated and knowledgeable professional with extensive experience in leadership, entrepreneurship, and process improvement, I seek to bring my abilities to add value to your company. I bring a proven track record of success driving personnel performance, raising sales and client base, and maximizing cost-effectiveness and productivity.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Internet Sales Manager
Sands Chevrolet
01.2019 - Current
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth
- Provided superior and individualized customer service.
- Maintained detailed records of all customer interactions, providing valuable data for future sales initiatives and forecasting efforts.
- Contributed to monthly sales meetings by sharing insights on client feedback, market trends, and potential growth opportunities.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and concerns via email and live chat.
- Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
Creator & President
KO Beverages LLC
01.2008 - 01.2018
- Created and directed Knockout Energy; an energy drink sold in all 50 states, and licensed in Mexico and Canada
- Directed overall operations, daily processes, business planning, and organizational objectives
- Managed multiple Retail locations throughout the US, allowing for Growth and Profitability
- Managed product development and creation, from product appearance, flavors, as well as related clothing line
- Created private label product for Hall of Fame athletes including, Fergie Jenkins, Jim McMann, Billy Williams, and Luis Gonzalez, increasing brand awareness
- Generated a vodka and rum product line, expanding company into new markets continually
- Traveled to multiple states, liaising with brokers, distributors, and wholesales to establish brand
- Collaborated and negotiated with suppliers, transportation companies, co-packers, and manufacturers to produce product cost-effectively and efficiently
- Attended all forms of Trade show from Grocery Retailers and Wholesalers as well as promotional events.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities in the face of complex design challenges, resulting in high-quality outcomes.
- Increased brand awareness through the creation of eye-catching promotional materials for events, trade shows, and industry conferences.
Creator & President
USA Restoration LLC/and Mortgage Recovery
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Managed home restoration company for clients, including major banks, overseeing a diverse variety of operations including foreclosed home cleanouts and damaged home remodeling
- Directed personnel, including hiring and supervising trade’s employees effectively, developing a highly competent team
- Exceeded client expectations consistently while adhering to strict timelines for projects in fast-paced environments.
- Handled bidding for projects and negotiated to maintain lowest possible costs
President
First National Mortgage Bank FINANCE / D&M Marketing
01.2001 - 01.2007
- Directed daily operations of a premier lender, closing $84M yearly in mortgage loans
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols, with a staff of up to 80 employees
- Implemented referral system, traveling across the nation to provide effective training to clients on leveraging home value to reduce debt
- Served as Keynote Speaker at multiple events, speaking to audiences as large as 500.
- Established a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for results.
- Inspired innovation by creating an environment that encouraged creative thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
Manager
National CITY MORTGAGE BANK FINANCE
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Headed up a National Subprime Division for National City
- In charge of lead generation, pricing, sales, hiring and training
- Set goals to help build the division and reach its maximum potential.
Branch Manager
Ameriquest Mortgage Finance
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Led my division from 7M a year to 54M a year
- Oversaw daily operations for streamlined efficiency, ensuring timely execution of tasks and optimal resource allocation
- Delegated responsibilities, supervised performance, and provided development opportunities
- Ensured compliance with all relevant policies, procedures and regulations.
Manager
Long Beach mortgage Finance
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Provided exceptional customer service and applied effective sales and client management techniques to drive profits
- Developed an improved referral system, generating company growth of 35% and expanding from 12 states to 48 states
- Achieved status of #1 producing employee in the entire company for 3 years.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Education
Bellevue College
Bellevue, WASkills
- Directing company operations, including organizational strategy and goals, and daily processes
- Implementing process improvement recommendations that drive profits and efficiency
- Managing personnel, assigning responsibilities, providing training, and supervising performance
- Communicating clearly and effectively with clients, colleagues, and other professionals
- Increasing sales and profitability through successful sales strategy and client management
- Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Power Point
- Calix software
- Encompass
- HP 12C Calculations
- Working with Credit Profiles
- Underwriting Matrix
- EDI software
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Internet Sales Manager
Sands Chevrolet
01.2019 - Current
Creator & President
KO Beverages LLC
01.2008 - 01.2018
Creator & President
USA Restoration LLC/and Mortgage Recovery
01.2007 - 01.2008
President
First National Mortgage Bank FINANCE / D&M Marketing
01.2001 - 01.2007
Manager
National CITY MORTGAGE BANK FINANCE
01.2000 - 01.2001
Branch Manager
Ameriquest Mortgage Finance
01.1998 - 01.2000
Manager
Long Beach mortgage Finance
01.1995 - 01.1998
Bellevue College