Nolan T. Durand
Fort Myers,MI
Summary
Motivated and goal oriented professional with hands on experience in sales and customer relations. Proven ability to exceed client expectations, build strong relationships, and quickly adapt to new industries. Passionate about developing a successful career by applying strong communication, analytical, and problem solving skills.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Representative
John P. O'Sullivan beer distribution
Grand Blanc, Michigan
05.2025 - 04.2026
- Conduct 15-20 daily sales visits and product presentations, consistently meeting or exceeding monthly sales targets
- Oversaw 80 active client accounts and developed new business through personalized service and tailored solutions.
- Developed product knowledge and sales techniques to enhance brand visibility and build customer loyalty.
- Fostered connections with retailers, bars, and restaurants to strengthen customer loyalty and satisfaction.
- Resolved customer concerns and supported account retention efforts.
- Work cross functionally with the distribution team to identify process improvements that enhance efficiency and strengthen client relationships
- Coordinated logistics for incoming and outgoing orders, maintaining accurate inventory levels and ensuring timely deliveries.
Farm Hand
Durand Farms
Croswell, MI
06.2018 - 04.2025
- Coordinated planting and harvesting operations, enhancing crop yield through effective teamwork and process efficiency
- Implemented sustainable farming practices such as soil conservation and water management, enhancing long-term productivity and environmental health
- Analyzed market trends to optimize crop sales timing, driving a 10% increase in seasonal revenue
- Developed and applied sustainable farming practices, including soil conservation and water management, to support long-term productivity and environmental health
Internship
John Deere
Sandusky, MI
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Guided customers in product selection and demonstrated John Deere GPS guidance and precision-agriculture systems, clarifying features and benefits to facilitate informed purchase decisions
- Educated operators on system operation, map management, and best practices, enhancing understanding of efficiency and overlap reduction
- Executed diagnostics, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance of guidance units, addressing technical issues to ensure minimal equipment downtime
- Installed and configured GPS hardware and software on tractors, ensuring proper alignment, calibration, and integration with existing machinery systems
Education
Agriculture Technologies
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 08.2022 - 05.2024
Skills
- Sales strategy
- Sales Forecasting
- Customer Engagement
- Office software proficiency
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability
Timeline
Sales Representative
John P. O'Sullivan beer distribution
05.2025 - 04.2026
Internship
John Deere
06.2023 - 09.2023
Agriculture Technologies
Michigan State University
08.2022 - 05.2024
Farm Hand
Durand Farms
06.2018 - 04.2025