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Rainier Ferrell

Newark

Summary

Experienced sales professional with proven ability to drive revenue growth and build lasting client relationships. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs. Expertise in strategic account management, client negotiations, and market analysis. Renowned for reliability, communication skills, and results-driven mindset.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Manager

Alamy
03.2025 - Current

● Manage a personal new business quota, consistently exceeding KPIs across calls, emails, and meetings.

● Source and qualify enterprise opportunities, tailoring commercial approaches to meet strategic and financial goals.

● Present data-backed proposals and on-brand solutions to clients ranging from image researchers to procurement and executive decision-makers.

● Maintain a high-performing pipeline, providing accurate forecasting and projections to internal stakeholders.

● Collaborate with internal teams including Product, Marketing, Finance, and Content to ensure customer success and long-term growth.

● Adapt presentations to resonate with diverse audiences and secure incremental revenue from existing accounts.

● Ensure all agreements align with company vision, values, and growth strategy.

Game Show/trivia host

Quarmega
10.2020 - Current
  • Founded a virtual trivia platform, generating $200K+ in revenue from corporate and private clients
  • Secured contracts with 50+ companies, including team-building events and training sessions
  • Designed innovative two-screen gaming experiences, enhancing user engagement by 40%

Account Executive – Americas, Metals

Fastmarkets
04.2023 - 02.2025
  • Achieved 125% of quarterly sales quotas by driving significant growth in new logos and win-back accounts
  • Boosted pipeline value by 40% within the first six months through effective prospecting and lead generation
  • Maintained a 98% accuracy rate in forecasting and risk identification through meticulous prospect calls and Salesforce updates

Senior Sales Development Representative

TrueWork
05.2022 - 10.2022
  • Company Overview: Company Downsize
  • Generated $1.2M in new business opportunities within five months, directly impacting enterprise growth
  • Improved lead conversion rates by 30% through strategic market research and tailored outreach
  • Partnered with Account Executives to secure 20+ enterprise deals, surpassing team KPIs by 15%
  • Company Downsize

Senior Inside Sales Representative

Pond5
10.2017 - 03.2020
  • Consistently exceeded quotas, closing over $5M in media licensing deals annually
  • Increased top-tier client retention rates by 25% through relationship-building and custom solutions
  • Designed and delivered product presentations that drove a 35% boost in new client acquisition

Account Development Specialist

Springer Nature
12.2016 - 10.2017
  • Increased regional sales by 20% through targeted account development plans and customer training initiatives
  • Enhanced e-resource utilization by 30% via tailored post-sales support strategies
  • Organized and represented the firm at 10+ trade shows, boosting brand visibility and lead generation

Account Representative

James Hardie Building Products
02.2014 - 12.2016
  • Drove a 50% increase in market share within the NJ territory by implementing strategic sales approaches
  • Reduced client churn by 15% through proactive issue resolution and value-added services
  • Delivered $1M+ in annual revenue growth by fostering contractor relationships and executing demos

Social Media Sales Rep. & Product Specialist

Beats by Dr. Dre – BDS Marketing
10.2013 - 11.2015
  • Spearheaded digital and social media campaigns, resulting in a 25% increase in customer awareness and engagement
  • Boosted sales by 20% year-over-year by leveraging innovative marketing strategies and real-time product demonstrations
  • Conducted over 150 product presentations, directly contributing to a 30% growth in regional market share
  • Mentored 10+ employees on product benefits and features, increasing team efficiency by 15%
  • Elevated profitability by managing sales reports and implementing data-driven promotional tactics that improved sales by $500K annually

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications (Media & Film)

Kean University
Union, NJ

Skills

  • Sales & Account Management
  • Inside Sales
  • Outside Sales
  • Direct Sales
  • Indirect Sales
  • B2B Sales
  • B2C Sales
  • Sales Leads
  • Content Management System (CMS)
  • CRM Solutions (Salesforce)
  • SAP
  • Drift
  • SalesLoft
  • Outreach
  • Lead Generation
  • Content Marketing
  • Advertising
  • Media Relations
  • Publicity
  • Product Portfolio
  • Ideation
  • Brand Management
  • Project Management
  • Customer Profiling
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Vendor Engagement
  • Contract Documentation
  • Proposal Development
  • Demonstration Skills
  • Presentation Skills
  • Ability to Negotiate Contracts

Accomplishments

  • Grew total sales pipelines by over $10M across various roles through innovative sales and account management strategies.
  • Recognized for exceptional performance with three 'Top Performer' awards in sales and client development.
  • Successfully launched and scaled a virtual gaming platform during the pandemic, showcasing entrepreneurial and adaptive skills.

Interests

Dining

Travel

Longboarding

Physical fitness

Work Availability

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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureWork from home optionPaid time offFlexible work hoursStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing401k matchPaid sick leave

Quote

Teachers open the door, but you must enter by yourself.
Zen proverb

Software

Salesforce

Outreach

Zapier

Klayvio

SalesLoft

Certification

  • NJ Driver's License
  • Certified Sales Professional (CSP)

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Business Development Manager

Alamy
03.2025 - Current

Account Executive – Americas, Metals

Fastmarkets
04.2023 - 02.2025

Senior Sales Development Representative

TrueWork
05.2022 - 10.2022

Game Show/trivia host

Quarmega
10.2020 - Current

Senior Inside Sales Representative

Pond5
10.2017 - 03.2020

Account Development Specialist

Springer Nature
12.2016 - 10.2017

Account Representative

James Hardie Building Products
02.2014 - 12.2016

Social Media Sales Rep. & Product Specialist

Beats by Dr. Dre – BDS Marketing
10.2013 - 11.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Communications (Media & Film)

Kean University
Rainier Ferrell