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Michael Mester

Michael Mester

Account Executive
Lincolnwood,IL

Summary

A sales executive with 25 years' of increasing responsibility from managing and training a sales team to developing sales programs with improved sales growth and profitability. Proven ability to consistently exceed sales quotas, significantly increase sales volume and develop a loyal customer following. Demonstrated ability for troubleshooting and problem solving, possessing excellent motivational and team building skills.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Executive/Relationship Manager

HIGHLAND CAPITAL CORPORATION
01.2017 - Current

Primarily responsible for managing overall program for global leader in pet healthcare of diagnostic and software products and services

  • Maintain and develop relationship toward increased sales volume, overall profitability and portfolio management
  • Responsible for marketing Lease/Finance solutions to 150 dedicated manufacturer representatives and end users
  • Conduct monthly presentations utilizing “Financing as a sales tool” to sales team and corporate executives designed to offer profitable financial solutions for their prospective clients
  • Adhere to and maintain highest corporate standards, governance and integrity
  • President club 2019 exceeded gross profit margin by 20%

Regional Manager

NORTHFIELD CAPITAL GROUP, LLC
12.2009 - 12.2016

Primary responsibilities for increased sales volume, portfolio management and overall profitability

  • Provide manufactures, dealers, and distributors financing solutions designed to overcome their customers budget constraints, while increasing lease origination
  • Conduct presentations to corporate executives; maintain a viable network of business contacts and prospective clients
  • Maintained 70% retention rate for end of lease renewals and purchases while increasing targeted profit margin
  • Exceeded quota in gross profit margin by 20% 4 consecutive years

Regional Manager / Team Leader of Vendor Leasing Division

ALEXANDER CAPITAL VENDOR FINANCE, INC.
02.2000 - 12.2009

Responsible for increased sales volume, portfolio management and overall profitability of financial programs

  • Market leasing programs and financial services to end users, manufactures, distributors, Var's and resellers of IT and related equipment
  • Attend and participate in manufacture and dealer business/trade events, emphasizing ACVF's financing solutions as a strategic advantage
  • Supervised inside sales, and trained new account managers in effective sales strategies and techniques
  • Exceeded assigned target of 10% quoted to closed business by 150

Team Leader / Regional Manager of Vendor Leasing Division

EL CAMINO RESOURCES
01.1997 - 02.2000
  • Responsible for increased sales volume, portfolio management and overall profitability of programs in hi-tech equipment industry
  • Provide financial services to manufacturers, distributors, resellers, and end users
  • Conducted presentations, supervised inside sales, and trained new managers in effective sales strategies and techniques
  • Increased dealer and Var lease origination in assigned territory by 40

Account Manager

AFFILIATED CAPITAL CORPORATION
01.1990 - 12.1996

Responsible for establishing and maintaining new and existing accounts for a small ticket medical equipment leasing company

  • Marketed financial services to medical equipment manufacturers, distributors, hospitals, clinics, and medical professionals
  • Increased leasing volume over 100% for 3 consecutive years while increasing targeted yield

Education

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Oakton Community College

Skills

  • Sales
  • New Business Development
  • Sales Management
  • Negotiating
  • Relationship Management
  • Increased Profitability
  • Strategic Planning
  • Strong Presentation Skills
  • Vendor Liaising
  • Goals and Performance
  • Product and Service Sales

Affiliations

Amembal, Deane & Associates - Successful Leasing Sales / Tom Hopkins – Mastering the Art of Selling

Stephen Covey – 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

Timeline

Account Executive/Relationship Manager

HIGHLAND CAPITAL CORPORATION
01.2017 - Current

Regional Manager

NORTHFIELD CAPITAL GROUP, LLC
12.2009 - 12.2016

Regional Manager / Team Leader of Vendor Leasing Division

ALEXANDER CAPITAL VENDOR FINANCE, INC.
02.2000 - 12.2009

Team Leader / Regional Manager of Vendor Leasing Division

EL CAMINO RESOURCES
01.1997 - 02.2000

Account Manager

AFFILIATED CAPITAL CORPORATION
01.1990 - 12.1996

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Oakton Community College
Michael MesterAccount Executive