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Matthew Geiselhart

Alexandria,Minnesota

Summary

Through my professional career I have developed many skills, launched a business, built many relationships and still maintain to this day. Looking for an opportunity to get back to putting skills to use.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/President

The Drawing Room, LLC Dba Hook and Slice
06.2023 - Current
  • Developed, built and launched business from concept to profitable
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with patrons, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Learned each job position and successfully trained each team member with 90% retention.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.

Account Executive

LSC Financial
01.2019 - 02.2024
  • Responsible for client prospecting through cold calling, trade show and dealer meetings
  • Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while maintaining effective relationships with each account to mutually grow each others business.
  • Boosted client satisfaction by developing and maintaining strong relationships through effective communication.
  • Exceeded sales targets consistently by identifying new business opportunities and creating customized solutions for clients.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on product offerings, ensuring accurate representation during sales pitches or negotiations with clients. Created multiple creative solutions for clients to maintain the competitive edge.

Sales Manager

Alexandria Motors
01.2014 - 01.2019
  • Responsible for the effective trade value of used vehicles and the resell price to maintain targeted profit margins
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Effectively let our finance team in the sale of financial products such as warranty and insurances.
  • Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
  • Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
  • Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.

Home Mortgage Consultant

Wells Fargo
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Assessed clients' financial data to determine loan suitability.
  • Maintained loan pipeline through communication between underwriting and documentation processing.
  • Worked with existing Wells Fargo customers primarily on refinance needs through various programs
  • Responsible for hitting sales targets and goals.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Banking And Finance

NDSU
Fargo, ND
06.2010

Skills

  • Customer Relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship Building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Project Management
  • Operations Management
  • Business Planning
  • Business Development
  • Sales Leadership

Timeline

Owner/President

The Drawing Room, LLC Dba Hook and Slice
06.2023 - Current

Account Executive

LSC Financial
01.2019 - 02.2024

Sales Manager

Alexandria Motors
01.2014 - 01.2019

Home Mortgage Consultant

Wells Fargo
01.2011 - 01.2014

Bachelor of Science - Banking And Finance

NDSU
Matthew Geiselhart