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Rick Cameron

Scotts Valley,CA

Summary

Experienced business development professional with over 30 years in the EMS industry. Proven track record of leveraging industry and market trends to shape consultative approaches and drive business growth. Expertise in building key partnerships, cultivating customer relationships, and utilizing competitive intelligence to capitalize on business opportunities. Dedicated to customizing valuable solutions that meet client needs and contribute to overall success.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Manager

Benchmark
12.2023 - Current
  • Developed strategic partnerships to enhance market penetration and increase revenue streams.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities and optimize sales strategies.
  • Led cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions that improved client satisfaction and retention.
  • Negotiated contracts with key stakeholders to secure advantageous terms and foster long-term relationships.
  • Conducted competitive analysis to inform product positioning and drive strategic decision-making processes.
  • Developed customized solutions for clients based on a deep understanding of their unique pain points, delivering exceptional value and driving repeat business.
  • Achieved over $32 Million in sales from April 2024 to July 2025
  • Continuous sales pipeline of $120 Million in qualified opportunities of which $61 Million was in the Life Science sector

Business Development Manager

Naprotek
10.2022 - 12.2023

Responsible for the development and implementation of a business plan to pursue and secure Full System Integreation opportunities that took advantage of Naprotek's NPI / NPD capabilities


Develop promotional outreach program utilizing the current CRM and conduct marketing efforts to secure recognition within the various markets

  • Implemented CRM systems to streamline communication and improve tracking of sales performance metrics.
  • Responsible for creating a new Medical Device and Life Science sector
  • Won ( 2 ) major programs - both of which were full system integration projects utilizing Naprotek's core PCBA technologies
  • Projected revenue from both projects exceeded $ 11.5 Million

Business Development Manager - North America

Datwyler
03.2021 - 10.2022

Responsible for developing and implementing new business sales strategy for the New Venture Wearable Sensors Group.


Manage all US sales opportunities


Implemented product development engineering resources to clients allowing for the integration of Datwyler technologies within their devices


Won ( 2 ) major projects with annual revenue exceeding $15 Million

Director of Business Development

Iris Technology
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Strategically blueprint to meet objectives and capitalize on emerging opportunities. Specifically Medical and Life Science
  • Developed a 5 year strategic plan to pursue medical and life science business opportunities
  • Actively Identify business development opportunities and effectively implement plan for client acquisition.
  • Oversee and mentor business development personnel to optimize performance.
  • Help direct and implement ISO 13485 certification

Business Development Manager

Sparton Technology Company
01.2011 - 09.2019
  • Generated leads and capitalized on valuable business opportunities to bring in new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.
  • Oversaw and mentored business development personnel to optimize performance.
  • Facilitated and managed business plan development based on market and industry research.
  • Exceeded quotas consistently through new account penetration and territory expansion.
  • Collaborated with other corporate departments to develop effective business strategies.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering Technology

San Jose State University
San Jose, CA

Associate of Science - Mechanical Drafting Technology

West Valley College
Saratoga, CA

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Marketing campaign management
  • Customer Relationship Management (CR
  • Contract Negotiation/Strategy
  • Problem Solver
  • Business development and planning
  • Relationship building and management
  • Client relationship building
  • Team collaboration
  • Sales presentations

Accomplishments

Sparton Corporation's top performing BDM in terms of revenue growth and customer retention ( 2017, 2018)


Have consistency exceeded sales goals


Well versed and recognized in the areas of robotics, imaging and fluidics when speaking with prospective clients in the Life Science and Medical Device Industry.

Timeline

Business Development Manager

Benchmark
12.2023 - Current

Business Development Manager

Naprotek
10.2022 - 12.2023

Business Development Manager - North America

Datwyler
03.2021 - 10.2022

Director of Business Development

Iris Technology
09.2019 - 03.2020

Business Development Manager

Sparton Technology Company
01.2011 - 09.2019

Associate of Science - Mechanical Drafting Technology

West Valley College

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering Technology

San Jose State University

Education and Training

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