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Ricky Gruenstein

Garden Grove,CA

Summary

Driven sales professional and Business Development Strategist bringing 4+ years of expertise in broad-spectrum relationship management, major project supervision and profit-generating market strategies. Leads multidisciplinary business objectives, comprising cost control and profitability. High-achieving builder of strong foundations across high-performing teams, loyal client base and stellar service reputation.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Consultant

ENEX Consultants
San Diego, CA
05.2022 - Current
  • Managed sales funnel processes through initial engagement with prospective customers to ascertain needs, determine solutions and establish new business relationships.
  • Provided plan pitches and investment strategies to potential partners to raise capital.
  • Met with local business and community organizations to develop leads and generate business.
  • Established strong client relationships to drive business development.

Warehouse Worker

Costco
Garden Grove, CA
03.2019 - 05.2024
  • Examined packages and goods for damage and notified vendors of replacement needs.
  • Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
  • Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.

Sales Associate

Kumquat Solar
Scottsdale, AZ
02.2023 - 01.2024
  • Employed consumer-focused sales practices centered on helping families save money.
  • Educated homeowners on benefits of solar energy such as potential savings, lowered environmental impacts and likely increases in home value.
  • Leveraged contacts with satisfied customers to generate referrals and new business.
  • Inspected customers' homes and businesses to develop detailed solar installation quotes.
  • Conducted follow-up calls with warm leads to cement connections and pursue conversions.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Cryptocurrency Trader

Eminence Trades
Riverside, CA
05.2021 - 03.2022
  • Drove substantial earnings exceeding six figures by actively managing investments in Crypto/Stocks.
  • Supervised and maintained a group of over 200 monthly paying subscribers
  • Analyzed customer requirements and recommended efficient investment products.
  • Executed financial due diligence and created valuation model to establish enterprise value and purchase price.
  • Bought or sold stocks, bonds and commodity futures on behalf of investment dealers.
  • Investigated financial resources and creditworthiness.

Sales Associate

Zanga VAC
Costa Mesa, CA
10.2020 - 01.2021
  • Engaged potential customers using mix of prepared statements and expertise in vehicle warranty sales.
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
  • Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.

Installer

Elite Installation Services
Fountain Valley, CA
05.2020 - 07.2020
  • Demonstrated proper use of equipment to reduce accidents and meet health and safety requirements.
  • Performed timely and reliable service in shops and outdoors in variable weather conditions.
  • Maintained inventory of supplies, materials and tools to complete work on job sites.
  • Mounted and connected mechanical and electrical equipment according to specifications.

Managing Partner

CreationsEsteph
Riverside, CA
06.2019 - 02.2020
  • Achieved exceptional sales results, generating multiple 6 figure revenues within a period of 7 months by selling clothes and face masks.
  • Reviewed daily and overall financials to ensure profitability.
  • Cultivated and maintained industry relationships and customer partnerships to capitalize on opportunities and maximize business success.
  • Created and implemented marketing and advertising strategies to support revenue goals and promote strategic growth.
  • Controlled business direction changes and provided support during restructurings.

Head Groundskeeper

Rancho Monterey Apartments
Garden Grove, CA
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Pruned trees and trimmed bushes and hedges to keep grounds neat and inviting.
  • Removed debris and trash from surrounding areas and disposed of recyclable materials properly.
  • Mowed lawns and trimmed grass around sidewalks, flower beds and walls.
  • Swept and power washed hard surfaces to remove grime.
  • Transported mulch, soil and sand using shovel and rake.
  • Implemented prescribed landscaping plans to effectively place sod, flowers, and foliage.

Education

High School Diploma -

Fountain Valley High School
Fountain Valley, CA
06-2017

Skills

  • Product and service sales
  • Relationship Building
  • Negotiation Tactics
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Market research and analysis
  • Prospecting and Networking
  • Listening Skills
  • Multi-tasking strength

Professional References

Steve Farmer -Management-known 17 years 

13212 Magnolia St. Garden Grove, CA  (deceased)

Was Manager of the complex of my first job for 20+ years.

John Henderson-Sales-known 6 years 

CMC, CRP, GMS, Global Vice-President, Commercial Sales & Marketing 

SIRVA Worldwide

Contact information available upon request

Duane Beck-advisor/mentor-known 5 years

Sr. Engineering Fellow
Raytheon Company

(310)658-4732
db@raytheon.com

Timeline

Sales Associate

Kumquat Solar
02.2023 - 01.2024

Business Development Consultant

ENEX Consultants
05.2022 - Current

Cryptocurrency Trader

Eminence Trades
05.2021 - 03.2022

Sales Associate

Zanga VAC
10.2020 - 01.2021

Installer

Elite Installation Services
05.2020 - 07.2020

Managing Partner

CreationsEsteph
06.2019 - 02.2020

Warehouse Worker

Costco
03.2019 - 05.2024

Head Groundskeeper

Rancho Monterey Apartments
01.2017 - 01.2019

High School Diploma -

Fountain Valley High School

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