MIKE RESNICK
North Scituate,RI
Summary
Goal-oriented and competitive sales professional with a background in high-impact event sales and buyer operations. Adept at building relationships, managing fast-paced negotiations, and delivering results. Former collegiate athlete with leadership experience and a relentless work ethic — now seeking to drive revenue and close high-ticket deals in a growth-driven company.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
ASSISTANT BUYER
OCEAN STATE JOB LOT
North Kingstown, Rhode Island
07.2024 - Current
- Analyzed sales data to inform purchasing decisions and product assortment strategies.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and materials.
EVENT SALES REPRESENTATIVE
Eastern States Exposition (ESE)
Springfield, MA
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Sold event packages and vendor space to businesses, closing deals for both mass-market and niche audiences.
- Represented flagship brand and basketball initiative “Hooplandia” with high-energy presentations.
Education
BBA - Business Management
WESTERN NEW ENGLAND UNIVERSITY
01.2024
ASBA - Business Management
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF RHODE ISLAND
01.2022
Skills
- High-Ticket Sales Strategy
- Lead Generation & Prospecting
- Client Relationship Management
- Public Speaking & Persuasion
- Contract Negotiation
- Event & B2C Sales
- Inventory & Purchase Order Management
- SAP ERP / Qlik / MS Office
- Python & JavaScript (basic knowledge)
Affiliations
Team Captain – Men’s Basketball
- Western New England University (BBA, Business Management – 2024)
- Community College of Rhode Island (ASBA, Business – 2022)
- Built a culture of accountability and cohesion as team captain, reflecting the same traits needed to lead in high-stakes sales settings.
Eagle Scout (2018)
- Member of the Order of the Arrow Honor Society
Professional Basketball Player – Providence Pirates (ABA), RHODE ISLAND KRAKEN (TBL)
- Maintain discipline, performance, and composure in high-pressure environments
Timeline
ASSISTANT BUYER
OCEAN STATE JOB LOT
07.2024 - Current
EVENT SALES REPRESENTATIVE
Eastern States Exposition (ESE)
05.2023 - 06.2024
BBA - Business Management
WESTERN NEW ENGLAND UNIVERSITY
ASBA - Business Management
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF RHODE ISLAND
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