Nathaniel Lane
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Experienced business leader with 26 years in entrepreneurship, focusing on personnel management and sales operations. Expertise in training and motivating teams to achieve high performance and exceed sales targets. Committed to fostering a productive work environment and optimizing administrative functions.supporting staff members Dynamic Restaurant Chef/ Manager with a proven record in driving sales growth and fostering client relationships. Expertise in team leadership and problem-solving to enhance business operations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Sales Manager
Option Exteriors
Eden Prairie, Minnesota
01.2022 - Current
- Led regional sales team in executing effective marketing initiatives.
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives on product knowledge and techniques.
- Maintained strong relationships with key clients to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
- Generated reports on weekly, monthly, quarterly basis detailing regional sales metrics such as revenue goals achieved or missed targets.
- Analyzed regional market trends to discover new opportunities for growth.
Sales Manager
K-Designers
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Marketing Director-Sales Representative for multi-state home remodeling company. Drove sales by carefully evaluating the project and explaining the best fit to the clients. Achieved award for highest sales of the month amongst the team.
- Developed training programs to enhance product knowledge and sales techniques.
- Managed client relationships to ensure high levels of satisfaction and retention.
- Performed sales consultations and educated clients on products and services.
Business Owner
Twin Cities Auction
11.2015 - 07.2019
- Created a business model plan and oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll. Enhanced product awareness through social media marketing. Created and monitored on-line sales with promotional approaches to increase profit levels to 60%.
- Managed auction operations and logistics for multiple events weekly.
- Oversaw financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Analyzed market trends to inform auction item selection and pricing strategies.
Owner and Executive Chef
Thyme to Entertain Catering, Streetza Pizza, Woodfire Firetruck Pizza, Thyme Flies Aviation Catering
12.2005 - 12.2014
- Chef and director of a multi-level operation including full service-personalized catering company, mobile wood pizza catering and upscale aviation meal catering. Oversaw business design, operations and marketing. Oversaw all hiring and employee management, developed and implemented training policies and procedures.
- Designed and executed customized menus for various occasions and tastes.
- Coordinated logistics for food preparation, transportation, and presentation.
- Built relationships with vendors to secure high-quality ingredients and supplies.
- Implemented food safety protocols to maintain health compliance standards.
Executive Chef
Zeno Cafe
12.2004 - 12.2005
- Restaurant consulting, business development. Increased company profits by 15% by developing the food and beverage line. Enabled two new restaurant openings by advising owners on restaurant flow and efficiency.
- Managed kitchen operations ensuring food safety and quality standards.
- Trained and supervised culinary staff in techniques and best practices.
- Oversaw inventory management to minimize waste and control costs.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
PARK SENIOR HIGH
01.1995
Skills
- Sales Management
- Business Plan
- Budgeting
- Business operations
- Relationship building
- Staff Management
- Product development
- Task oriented
- Team builder
- Kitchen management
- Inventory control
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
Timeline
Regional Sales Manager
Option Exteriors
01.2022 - Current
Sales Manager
K-Designers
02.2021 - 01.2022
Business Owner
Twin Cities Auction
11.2015 - 07.2019
Owner and Executive Chef
Thyme to Entertain Catering, Streetza Pizza, Woodfire Firetruck Pizza, Thyme Flies Aviation Catering
12.2005 - 12.2014
Executive Chef
Zeno Cafe
12.2004 - 12.2005
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
PARK SENIOR HIGH