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Nick Zeik

Nick Zeik

Defiance,MO

Summary

Sales and marketing leader with a proven track record at Parker Freeze Dry, driving B2B growth and enhancing operational efficiencies. Expertise in strategic marketing and customer relationship management, with a focus on high-ticket closing and team leadership. Consistently delivers results and optimizes processes to exceed organizational goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner | Sales & Marketing Consultant

US Freeze Dry Manufacturing, LLC
St. Peters, MO
05.2021 - Current
  • Built and managed sales and marketing strategies for proprietary freeze-drying technology.
  • Educated clients on usage, maintenance, and applications of freeze-drying systems.
  • Led front-end operations, coordinated lead capture, and drove client onboarding.
  • Coordinated supply chain logistics for raw material sourcing and distribution.
  • Managed daily operations of freeze-drying manufacturing processes.
  • Oversaw quality control to ensure product consistency and safety standards.
  • Handled customer inquiries and provided technical support for products.
  • Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.

Owner | Business Consultant

Artemisia Holdings
St. Peters, MO
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Provided technical consulting for businesses scaling their freeze-drying operations.
  • Advised clients on equipment selection, marketing, and process optimization.

VP Outside Sales / CEO

Parker Freeze Dry
Maryland Heights, MO
01.2016 - 03.2020
  • Directed company growth strategy, B2B sales, and customer acquisition efforts.
  • Conducted product presentations and secured key accounts across multiple sectors.
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiencies across freeze-drying processes.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to align production goals with corporate objectives.
  • Developed and implemented policies for quality assurance in freeze-drying operations.
  • Oversaw budgeting and resource allocation for various production projects.
  • Collaborated with R&D to improve product formulations and processing techniques.
  • Facilitated training programs to enhance employee skills and operational knowledge.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities in freeze-dried products.
  • Established key performance indicators to monitor production performance effectively.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans to support the vision of the organization.
  • Identified problems and implemented solutions to better streamline operations.
  • Collaborated with executive team members on major decisions regarding company-wide initiatives.

Education

Finance

Forest Park Community College
St. Louis, MO

Skills

  • Outside B2B & B2C Sales
  • Team Leadership & Coaching
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Lead Generation & Cold Calling
  • Strategic Marketing & Promotions
  • High-Ticket Closing Techniques
  • Technology Integration & Training
  • Scheduling & Front Office Operations

Timeline

Owner | Sales & Marketing Consultant

US Freeze Dry Manufacturing, LLC
05.2021 - Current

Owner | Business Consultant

Artemisia Holdings
01.2018 - 01.2021

VP Outside Sales / CEO

Parker Freeze Dry
01.2016 - 03.2020

Finance

Forest Park Community College