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Robert Blue

Clearwater,FL

Summary

Sales and management leader with 30 years of experience in the diamond and jewelry industry, progressing from a trusted advisor to sales management and corporate training roles. Proven ability to empower teams through effective coaching and unorthodox product education. Seeking a position that offers local stability, and collaboration with a new team.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Corporate Trainer

Genesis Diamonds
Nashville, Cincinnati, Louisville, Memphis
09.2022 - Current
  • Implemented product presentations addressing common objections related to local competition and internet.
  • Designed training programs enhancing employee performance and comprehension.
  • Monitored employee progress to ensure material understanding during sessions.
  • Adapted training materials in response to evolving business objectives.
  • Revised sales training manual with updated, relevant content.

Trusted Advisor to Sales Manager

International Diamond Center
Clearwater, FL
02.2015 - 09.2022
  • Led the team that broke most every sales record in the company's history.
  • Implemented process changes to streamline sales department workflow.
  • Managed daily operations of sales department, including supervision of staff members.
  • Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff members to review goals and objectives for the quarter and year.

Education

Diamond Grading -

Gemological Institute of America
New York
02-2012

Bachelor of Science - Corporate Communication

Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN
05-1999

Skills

  • Employee sales training
  • Curriculum development
  • Presentation skills
  • Coaching techniques
  • Customer relationship management
  • Problem solving
  • Process improvement
  • Staff presentations
  • Performance improvement

Timeline

Corporate Trainer

Genesis Diamonds
09.2022 - Current

Trusted Advisor to Sales Manager

International Diamond Center
02.2015 - 09.2022

Diamond Grading -

Gemological Institute of America

Bachelor of Science - Corporate Communication

Austin Peay State University

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