Michael Thorpe
Asheville,NC
Summary
Experienced sales professional with a successful history of driving sales and building client relationships. Proficient in identifying customer needs, providing tailored solutions, and closing deals effectively. Skilled in communication, negotiation, and problem-solving. Strong team player with a proactive approach and a dedication to achieving targets.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Sale Associate
StreamVu
Asheville, North Carolina
02.2016 - 05.2024
- Managed outside sales for the company, covering a main territory in Virginia with additional work across Georgia, Florida, and Alabama.
- Conducted training sessions for schools on live streaming and broadcast techniques, encompassing morning announcements, digital signage, and connected classrooms
- Trained in broadcasting techniques and established strong partnerships with school districts to address their unique requirements.
Director of Banquets and Catering
Doubletree Hilton
Asheville, North Carolina
07.2005 - 10.2010
- Developing relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing on banquet supplies such as linens, tables, chairs and glassware.
- Conducting pre-event meetings with catering staff members to review event details and expectations.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies as needed.
- Developing Banquets services in line with the hotel's sales strategy, ensuring maximum profitability.
- Creating detailed event proposals for clients outlining food and beverage selections, rental equipment needs and other related costs.
District Sales Manager
Grainger Industrial Supply
Asheville, North Carolina
02.2000 - 07.2005
- Maintained relationships with key accounts within the district in order to facilitate repeat business opportunities.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly and efficiently ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Monitored inventory levels at retail outlets within the district in order to ensure adequate stock availability for customers.
- Participated in trade shows and other promotional events as required by company policy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05-1984
Skills
- Goal-Oriented
- Territory Management
- Professional Networking
- Relationship Building
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Reliability
- Leads Prospecting
Timeline
Regional Sale Associate
StreamVu
02.2016 - 05.2024
Director of Banquets and Catering
Doubletree Hilton
07.2005 - 10.2010
District Sales Manager
Grainger Industrial Supply
02.2000 - 07.2005
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Clemson University