Reed Gabriele
Summary
Marketing and General Business student with experience in sales, prospecting, customer engagement, and sports marketing. Demonstrated success building relationships, generating business opportunities, and delivering high-quality customer experiences. Strong communicator with a competitive mindset, proven teamwork skills, and a passion for connecting with others.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sales & Management Intern
Sherwin-Williams
Grand Rapids
05.2026 - Current
- Managed customer relationships and account activity, delivering exceptional service that fostered long-term client retention and satisfaction.
- Generated new business opportunities through proactive outreach and relationship building with contractors, property managers, and commercial accounts, enhancing customer engagement.
- Collaborated with sales representatives and store leadership to support business development initiatives and promotional campaigns, contributing to account growth strategies.
Multimedia Marketing Intern
College Hockey South
Athens
07.2025 - 03.2026
- Created and managed digital content on social media platforms to showcase games, athletes, and league events, enhancing audience interaction.
- Collaborated with marketing team to increase fan engagement and strengthen brand presence, contributing to expanded audience reach.
Marketing/Sales Intern
Howies Hockey Tape
Caledonia
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Assisted with planning digital and retail marketing campaigns, creating social media content, and organizing promotional events to enhance brand visibility.
- Collaborated with sales team to engage customers and increase brand awareness, contributing to overall revenue growth.
- Assisted in developing sales strategies for hockey tape products.
- Conducted market research to identify customer preferences and trends.
- Collaborated with the marketing team to create promotional materials.
Sales Team Member
Avis
Grand Rapids
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Guided customers in rental selections, promoting upgrades and protection packages to enhance overall revenue.
- Cultivated strong client relationships through exceptional service, directly supporting team sales goals and enhancing customer satisfaction.
Junior Firefighter Cadet
Brighton Fire Department
Brighton
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed strong leadership, teamwork, and discipline through structured training in drill, field exercises, and tactical communication.
- Recognized for maintaining high physical fitness standards and demonstrating reliability under pressure in both individual and group missions.
Education
Marketing And General Business - Business
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI 08.2023 - 04.2027
Skills
Relationship Building & Client Retention
Prospecting & Lead Generation
Consultative Sales & Account Management
Business Development & Revenue Growth
Customer Engagement & Experience Management
Strategic Communication & Presentation Skills
Awards
- AMA(American Marketing Association) Student Success Award (May 2026)
- Professional Sales Association Top Seller Award (November 2025)
- Seidman College of Business Outstanding Contribution Award (May 2025)
- Junior Firefighter Dedication & Excellence Award (July 2022)
Timeline
Sales & Management Intern
Sherwin-Williams
05.2026 - Current
Multimedia Marketing Intern
College Hockey South
07.2025 - 03.2026
Marketing/Sales Intern
Howies Hockey Tape
04.2025 - 07.2025
Sales Team Member
Avis
05.2024 - 09.2024
Marketing And General Business - Business
Grand Valley State University
08.2023 - 04.2027
Junior Firefighter Cadet
Brighton Fire Department
06.2021 - 06.2023