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Raul Padron

Raul Padron

Miami,FL

Summary

Results-driven and highly motivated Business Development Manager with so much passion for the gaming industry. A professional with great expertise in developing net-new business sales, identifying new prospects, executing effective sales development strategies, identifying and entering strategic partnerships, as well as making strategic business decisions in the gaming world. Skilled in building and maintaining client relationships, managing customer expectations, and driving revenue growth. Excellent communicator with strong ability to utilize a variety of communication channels, including cold calling, social and business networking, to generate leads and close meaningful deals. Strong ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional customer support and exceed client expectations. Committed to following sales methodologies and producing detailed reports to track progress. Business Development Manager skilled in growing sales and improving stakeholder relations. Strategically-minded in capturing new business and leveraging dynamic market opportunities. Accomplished in exceeding targets with results-driven approach. Skilled Business Development leader offering 10+ years of experience in leading operations and enhancing revenue. Bringing expertise in client acquisition and contract negotiation, along with excellent interpersonal communication, relationship-building and team leadership abilities. Results-driven and proactive with demonstrated record of accomplishment in meeting and exceeding sales and revenue objectives. Strategic-thinking Business Development Manager with history of transforming inefficient, underperforming operations into successful enterprises. Accomplished communicator with talent for building over-achieving teams. Dedicated to continuous improvement and achieving market-leading results. Creative Business Development Manager with impressive track record of improving sales and growing company customer base. Innovative program management, strategic planning and team leadership skills. Successful team builder with exceptional communication abilities.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Manager

Jaguar Games
10.2023 - 03.2024
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decision-makers.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans for business growth, resulting in increased market share and profitability.
  • Led cross-functional teams to successfully execute complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and potential areas of expansion.
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decisionmakers.

Business Manager

International Play Alliance
10.2023 - 03.2024
  • Streamlined business processes by implementing new project management tools and techniques.
  • Increased overall team productivity by fostering positive work environment and providing effective leadership.
  • Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, leading to significant growth opportunities for company.
  • Managed cross-functional teams, ensuring timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
  • Increased overall team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing effective leadership.
  • Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, leading to significant growth opportunities for company.
  • Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, leading to significant growth opportunities for the company.

Home Care Aide

Self
03.2020 - 03.2022
  • Served as the primary liaison for the resident, coordinating services and appointments between the resident's family members, doctors, and other caregivers
  • Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of patients
  • Performed direct patient care aimed at assistance with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, elimination, prevention of skin breakdown, rehabilitation (ROM) exercises, and safety
  • Provided patients and families emotional support and instruction in areas such as caring for infants, preparing healthy meals, living independently, or adapting to disability or illness
  • Administered medications and assisted with medical treatments as directed by healthcare professionals
  • Maintained accurate patient care records, including daily progress notes and medication logs
  • Assisted with housekeeping tasks, such as laundry and light cleaning, to maintain a safe and comfortable patient living environment.

Economic Advisor

Freelance
01.2016 - 11.2018
  • Provided strategic guidance on economic policies, development initiatives, and growth opportunities to support state's economic prosperity and welfare, including promoting sustainable economic practices, fostering innovation, attracting investments, and enhancing job opportunities for citizens of Arizona
  • Advised public politicians and government officials in Arizona on Economic Policy and Development while maintaining strict confidentiality through Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
  • Built relationships and visited with business owners regularly to determine what State programs may apply to each business
  • Assist community groups in their developmental process, planning process, timelines, goal setting, fundraising, leadership development, and implementation of goals
  • Conducted marketing analyses, prepared commercial evaluations and revitalization programs, and designed community development grant programs for underdeveloped communities.
  • Enhanced economic policy effectiveness by conducting thorough research and analysis on various economic issues.
  • Improved financial forecasting accuracy for government agencies through the development of sophisticated econometric models.
  • Implemented innovative data analysis techniques to identify trends and patterns, informing strategic decision-making processes.
  • Advised policymakers on potential economic impacts of proposed legislation, ensuring informed decisions were made in the best interest of constituents.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive reports on pressing economic issues such as unemployment, inflation, and fiscal policy.
  • Presented findings to key stakeholders, including government officials and private sector partners, fostering productive collaborations and mutually beneficial partnerships.
  • Developed actionable recommendations for improving macroeconomic stability through targeted interventions in key sectors.
  • Conducted rigorous assessments of public programs to determine their overall effectiveness in achieving intended outcomes.

Campaign Manager

Black Octopus Consulting
10.2014 - 10.2018
  • Utilized deep understanding of local political landscape to coordinate and execute all aspects of campaign, from developing messaging and creating targeted outreach strategies to mobilizing volunteers and managing campaign events
  • Hired and managed team of campaign members based on their moral character, learning aptitude, and professional experience, resulting in 20% increase in campaign efficiency and productivity
  • Developed and optimized ad campaigns across social media platforms; Implemented integrated marketing campaigns across various mediums, leading to 25% boost in brand awareness and 15% growth in customer engagement
  • Developed strategy plan for campaigns, including targets, performance analysis, budget recommendations, vendors' goals and timetables, with 80% of involvement of volunteers
  • Evaluated ongoing campaigns in terms of efficiency (cost/expenses), advertisements/promotions, contacts development, community engagement, communication media effectiveness, product marketing, event satisfaction, and overall campaign's performance.

Chief Of Staff

SMP LLC
03.2017 - 09.2017
  • Acted as bridge between different departments, facilitating cross-functional collaboration and communication
  • Oversaw execution of key initiatives, projects, and strategic objectives, working closely with stakeholders to ensure alignment and timely implementation
  • Analyzed internal processes and implemented procedural and policy changes to improve operations, such as supply changes and disposal of records
  • Assisted executive team members to determine and prioritize business strategies based on their schedules
  • Determined key performance indicators and how to measure team performance
  • Served as a subject-matter expert, handling inquiries, developing action plans, and assisting with preparation and dissemination of communications
  • Developed and built on relationships with all employees for increased efficiency and responsiveness of existing operations and helped define new operational strategies by working with CEO and other executives on special projects.

Coordinator of Volunteers

Jimmy morales for mayor
02.2004 - 11.2004
  • Oversaw recruitment, training, and coordination of volunteers to support the campaign's objectives
  • Also ensured effective volunteer management, communication, and alignment with campaign strategies for the success of Jimmy Morales' mayoral campaign
  • Managed volunteer onboarding process and established regular communication with volunteers to set schedules & track activity
  • Planned volunteer appreciation events, ordered gifts, and coordinated other ways to thank volunteers for service
  • Collaborated with businesses, schools, and social organizations to establish a network of volunteers and community resources
  • Collaborated with department leads and senior management to coordinate operations and drive improvements
  • Monitored daily operations and evaluated performance to proactively approach backlogs.

Sales Specialist

Wizard's of the Coast retail store
10.2000 - 03.2003
  • Primarily responsible for assisting customers with their inquiries, offering product recommendations, and ensuring that they have a memorable experience while shopping
  • Delivered exemplary customer service by consistently providing efficient and courteous assistance to customers
  • Performed accurate and meticulous data entry of financial transactions into computerized systems, facilitating the generation of comprehensive financial statements
  • Demonstrated strong leadership capabilities by successfully recruiting and training personnel, while effectively addressing customer inquiries and concerns by offering product knowledge and swift resolutions
  • Proficiently troubleshooted minor issues and promptly reported significant technical challenges to ensure timely resolution and maintain operational efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

MIAMI-DADE COLLEGE
Miami, Florida
03.1998

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
03.1998

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Cross-functional leadership
  • Budget management
  • Training & consultancy
  • Administrative leadership
  • Project Coordination & management
  • Campaign management
  • Event planning & management
  • Social media management
  • Advertisement & promotions
  • Strategic planning
  • Departmental management
  • Media relations
  • Policy development
  • Brand awareness
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Business Development
  • Relationship Development
  • Stakeholder Communication
  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Decision-Making
  • Client Consultations
  • Relationship Building
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Business Intelligence and Analysis
  • Client Relationship Building
  • Training and Development
  • Market Penetration
  • Forecasting ability
  • Team Collaboration
  • Campaign Development
  • Territory Management
  • Market Research
  • Analytics

Awards Honors Volunteer

  • Miamibiance/literary magazine won in both (1993/1994)
  • Counselor | Rebel and Divine Poverty Alleviation
  • Assistant| Family Promise, Inc Poverty Alleviation
  • Organizer/Creator | Economic Empowerment

Competitive Gameplayer

Highly competitive game player with proven tournament success in video games, collectible card games, miniature games.  Expertise includes in-depth knowledge of game mechanics, meta strategies, and deck-building, resource management, battlefield tactics, army composition.  Dedicated to continuous improvement, with a passion for high-level competition and a track record of adapting to new challenges in new games and fields of play.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Latin
Limited Working

Timeline

Business Development Manager

Jaguar Games
10.2023 - 03.2024

Business Manager

International Play Alliance
10.2023 - 03.2024

Home Care Aide

Self
03.2020 - 03.2022

Chief Of Staff

SMP LLC
03.2017 - 09.2017

Economic Advisor

Freelance
01.2016 - 11.2018

Campaign Manager

Black Octopus Consulting
10.2014 - 10.2018

Coordinator of Volunteers

Jimmy morales for mayor
02.2004 - 11.2004

Sales Specialist

Wizard's of the Coast retail store
10.2000 - 03.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

MIAMI-DADE COLLEGE

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Miami Dade College

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