Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Additional Information
Timeline
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Rich Devine

Fairway,KS

Summary

Versatile, experienced, and pragmatic professional with a diverse background spanning business development, logistics, sales, and coaching. Equally comfortable in corporate environments and entrepreneurial ventures, with a proven ability to drive profitability and add measurable value to both established companies and startups. A natural communicator and problem-solver whose grounded approach fosters trust, efficiency, and results. Whether giving baseball lessons or negotiating high-stakes deals, brings a unique blend of business acumen, emotional intelligence, and real-world insight. A dedicated family man who leads with integrity and thrives in roles where making money and making a difference go hand in hand.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Baseball Coach

Shawnee Mission East
09.2024 - Current
  • Evaluated talent during tryouts using objective data analysis techniques that led to more accurate roster selections.
  • Elevated the program''s reputation by consistently maintaining a winning season record and achieving regional recognition.
  • Fostered a positive team culture, emphasizing sportsmanship, teamwork, and commitment to excellence.
  • Enhanced team performance by implementing rigorous training programs and personalized coaching methods.
  • Promoted academic success of student-athletes by coordinating study halls, tutoring sessions, and time management workshops.
  • successfully advocating for players and holding in-depth conversations with MLB scouts to support their advancement.

Freight Broker

Nationwide Transportation
08.2009 - Current
  • Monitored market and negotiated rates based on trends.
  • Coordinated insurance coverage for goods and packages.
  • Contacted existing customers to update accounts and confirm deals.
  • Planned routes for various shipments according to special events, customer needs and weather.
  • Tracked shipments and trucks out on deliveries.
  • Verified and noted count and condition of cargo received.
  • Organized products to streamline packing procedures.
  • Created documents of load plans, cargo cleanliness inspections and transportation processes.
  • Negotiated and arranged transport of goods with shipping or freight companies.
  • Determined method of shipment and prepared bills of lading, invoices and other shipping documents
  • Advised clients on transportation and payment methods.
  • Manage over 75 calls that deal with customer service, sales, debt resolution and/or customer relationships
  • Generated over 1 million dollars in sales for 13 straight years
  • Acquired all of my book of business through cold calling and referrals

Director of Sales

C4 Pharms
04.2024 - 05.2025
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction levels by addressing concerns promptly and providing tailored solutions.
  • Achieved regional sales targets through effective territory management and relationship building with key clients.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic plans and setting performance goals for the sales team.
  • Launched new products successfully into the market, coordinating marketing initiatives and comprehensive sales campaigns.
  • Implemented Strategies to help double revenue with in 3 months
  • Exceeded monthly and yearly quotas by 25%
  • Managed team of sales representatives, providing guidance, coaching and support.
  • Managed complex negotiations with key accounts resulting in long-term contracts that bolstered annual revenue figures significantly.

Internet Sales/Debt Resolution Specialist

FreightQuote.com
03.2004 - 07.2009
  • Developed successful online sales operations from scratch by establishing and following strategic vision, mission and operational plans.
  • Responded to customer issues and resolved complaints by leveraging expert freight and debt collections knowledge.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • In charge of final attempt to collect/settle old and disputed charges before 3rd party collection involvement

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Emporia State University
Emporia, KS
06.2002

Skills

  • Driven Self Starter
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Certified in Microsoft

  • Conflict resolution
  • Mediation
  • Marketing

Accomplishments

  • generated over 1 million dollars in sales for 13 straight years
  • 20+ years of Freight and supply chain experience
  • Have been coaching baseball for 20+ years
  • Played Minor League baseball for the KC Royals
  • A proud dutiful, present father of 3 boys
  • Mentor young men through baseball for 20+ years
  • 10+ years experience in collaborating with teams and families to create baseball leagues
  • 20+ years of marketing and customer service experience
  • Documented and resolved many issues which lead to financial growth and smoother processes
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop spreadsheets for all types of quantifiable data
  • Have aided in raising money for many causes to help youth baseball programs
  • Buck O'neil Honoree

Certification

Certified in MicroSoft Office


Completed over 7 sales training courses


Completed high level Leadership training programs


Complete John C. Maxwell leadership training course

Additional Information

I have been working in the freight industry for over 20 years. During that time I have simultaneously been involved with baseball. From coaching to raising money, organizing food drives, volunteering, providing shelter to needy players, to mentoring, giving baseball lessons, to just being a fan, I have stayed around the game. Baseball has provided me with the opportunity to attain a college degree which has lead to achieving my life long goal of supporting my family and privately being a small time philanthropist. To receive is nice but to give of your time, money and resources is the most rewarding. As the fruits of giving bear unbelievable harvest.

Timeline

Head Baseball Coach

Shawnee Mission East
09.2024 - Current

Director of Sales

C4 Pharms
04.2024 - 05.2025

Freight Broker

Nationwide Transportation
08.2009 - Current

Internet Sales/Debt Resolution Specialist

FreightQuote.com
03.2004 - 07.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Emporia State University
Rich Devine