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Melody Taylor

Melody Taylor

Senior Sales Executive
Frisco,TX

Summary

Dynamic Senior Account Manager offering expertise in building partnerships, retaining key accounts and enhancing profit channels. Strong leader with proficiency in growing professional network, influencing decision-makers and devising successful strategies. Collaborative and strategic team leader with robust background in customer relationship management.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Account Manager

Connor Industries
12.2023 - Current
  • Delivered sales presentations and pitches to clients, upper management and junior sales associates for demonstration.
  • Contributed to annual revenue goals by selling new services and developing new accounts.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to develop targeted campaigns, increasing lead generation significantly.

Regional Sales Manager

Attic Breeze
12.2022 - 12.2023
  • Achieved Top Salesperson in 2023 while managing multi state territory.
  • Develop and manage relationships with end-users, contractors, builders, HVAC specialists, and architects, creating demand and closing sales.
  • Oversaw portfolio of over 150 building supply wholesalers and 800 contractors, including major players like ABC Supply, Beacon, SRS and Ferguson.
  • Exceeded quarterly sales targets consistently by leveraging extensive product knowledge and effective selling techniques.
  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.

Southern Regional Sales Manager

Gutterglove
04.2019 - 06.2022
  • Recognized for most revenue and largest growth in territory each year. Managed the following states: Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana & Texas.
  • Managed and grew relationships with building supply wholesalers and contractors, including ABC Supply, Beacon, SRS, Spectra & Builders FirstSource.
  • Coached and developed Southern Territory sales team.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients in assigned sales territories.

Regional Sales Director

New Earth
01.2013 - 03.2019
  • Increased market presence in Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, and Austin.
  • Negotiated ongoing and new business with existing and potential customers.
  • Boosted regional sales by implementing targeted marketing strategies and fostering strong client relationships.
  • Managed brand-building efforts and coordinated trade shows and industry events
  • Increased existing business by 20% and new business by 30% across all markets.

In-House Landman / Lease Analyst

Halcon Resources / Chesapeake Energy
01.2006 - 01.2013
  • Gained experience in Permian Basin, Eagle Ford, Barnett, and Haynesville shale.
  • Managed broker efforts for title, leasing, and curative projects
  • Collaborated with legal counsel to clear titles and manage contracts. Prepared and submitted state and federal filings.
  • Represented company in dealings with partners, BLM, and state agencies.

Vice President of Business Development

GE Capital
01.1999 - 01.2006
  • Mentored and coached high-performing team, fostering professional growth and promoting collaboration.
  • Formulated custom solutions for clients based on their unique requirements, resulting in enhanced satisfaction levels.
  • Championed product innovation ideas that led to significant improvements in functionality and user experience.

Education

MBA, Cox School of Business -

Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX
Dallas, TX

Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration/Accounting -

Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK

Skills

Sales expertise

Timeline

Senior Account Manager

Connor Industries
12.2023 - Current

Regional Sales Manager

Attic Breeze
12.2022 - 12.2023

Southern Regional Sales Manager

Gutterglove
04.2019 - 06.2022

Regional Sales Director

New Earth
01.2013 - 03.2019

In-House Landman / Lease Analyst

Halcon Resources / Chesapeake Energy
01.2006 - 01.2013

Vice President of Business Development

GE Capital
01.1999 - 01.2006

MBA, Cox School of Business -

Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX

Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration/Accounting -

Oklahoma State University
Melody TaylorSenior Sales Executive