Matthew Grothe
Zephyrhills,FL
Summary
Sales professional with proven success at JJ Taylor Distributing, specializing in customer relationship management and market research. Expertise in developing innovative sales strategies and promoting team collaboration. Recognized for strong communication and decision-making skills, leading to successful product promotions and increased client satisfaction.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Quarterback Coach
Self-employeed
Tampa, FL
- Evaluated quarterback prospects in order to determine their potential as a college or professional player.
- Instructed quarterbacks on how to recognize various formations used by opposing teams.
- Provided instruction on game strategies including offensive plays and defensive alignments.
- Organized drills and activities designed to teach basic football fundamentals such as passing routes and defensive coverages.
On Premise Sales Representative
JJ Taylor Distributing
Tampa, FL
08.2012 - 06.2025
- Formulated innovative solutions to address complex customer requests and complaints.
- Analyzed customer data including buying patterns, preferences, demographics.
- Created, maintained and cultivated positive relationships with key accounts in the region.
- Established positive and effective account relationships through consistent and professional communication with key contacts.
- Conducted market visits to engage customers, identify trends, and promote products.
- Collaborated with distributors to ensure timely product delivery.
- Provided customer feedback to assist in launching new products efficiently.
Offensive Quarterback
CFL
Toronto
06.2010 - 12.2011
- Demonstrated sound decision making skills when selecting which receiver to target for a pass.
- Used body language and vocal cues to direct players into proper positions pre-snap.
- Kept composure under pressure from opposing teams' pass rush.
- Developed a rapport with teammates that enabled successful two minute drives late in games.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL12-2009
Skills
- Customer relationship management
- Market research
- Sales strategy development
- Product promotion
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Coaching techniques
- Decision making
Accomplishments
- USF Hall of Fame Athletics 2024
Timeline
On Premise Sales Representative
JJ Taylor Distributing
08.2012 - 06.2025
Offensive Quarterback
CFL
06.2010 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
University of South Florida
Quarterback Coach
Self-employeed