ROGER FRANCIS TURK
COSTA MESA,CA
Summary
Seasoned Professional with success in business-to-business and business-to-consumer sales within multiple industries. Proven track record in meeting sales goals, growing business, and expanding territories. Accomplished in fostering relationships with customers and clients for sustained business growth.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Design Specialist
SABER Concrete and Foundation Repair
Paramount, CA
03.2026 - Current
- Developed design concepts addressing homeowner issues with concrete, foundation, and seismic stability, presenting collaborative repair options to homeowners.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align design strategies with business objectives, ensuring cohesive project outcomes.
- Mentored junior designers, guiding best practices and enhancing project execution skills.
- Mentored junior designers, providing guidance on best practices and project execution.
Sales Professional
Acorn Paper/B2B Industrial Packaging
Los Angeles
07.2024 - 02.2026
- Managed sales and accounts for industrial packaging supplies (corrugated boxes, tape and stretch film, janitorial and paper supplies) in SoCal market. Prospected new business, managed pipeline of prospects, serviced existing customers, and grew market share. Brought on the first National Account at B2B.
- Developed tailored packaging solutions for diverse industrial clients.
- Established strong relationships with key decision-makers to drive sales growth.
- Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and customer needs.
Technical Sales Representative/SIP Sales Representative
International Paper
Santa Fe Springs, CA
02.2019 - 07.2024
- Sold and supported existing customer base as TSR, managing several large national accounts. Quality assurance, increased sales volume within the customer base for growth, and collaboration with design and customer service on new business were key responsibilities. Promoted to SIP rep 11/2021. Prospected daily to acquire additional corrugated customers for IP’s portfolio and identified growth opportunities within existing accounts. Also worked to grow volume within existing customer base by prospecting for new opportunities within those accounts.
Sales Representative/Senior Account Manager
TransFirst/TSYS
Cypress, CA
11.2014 - 02.2019
- Prospected 75-100 calls daily to sell B2B merchant processing services and managed existing customer accounts to address their needs. Analyzed merchant processing statements to identify potential savings for businesses using TSYS processing system. Ranked #1 new business generator at Corporate Sales Division of TransFirst/TSYS in December 2014 and April 2015. #2 Account Executive for TSYS Corporate Sales in 2017.
OWNER/BROKER
Marlin Mortgage & Real Estate, Inc, Real Estate Company
Irvine, CA
04.2000 - 11.2014
- Owned and managed Mortgage and Real Estate office as California licensed Real Estate Broker, overseeing daily operations and client relations. Served as a wholesale broker with Wells Fargo and Chase, selling mortgage products to residential and commercial customers. Generated over 5 million dollars in annual sales, significantly surpassing industry standards.
- Directed operations for residential and commercial real estate transactions, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Developed strategic marketing initiatives to enhance property visibility and attract potential buyers.
- Fostered client relationships through personalized service, resulting in high customer satisfaction ratings.
PRESIDENT
Costa Mesa National Little League
Costa Mesa, CA
06.2010 - 06.2014
- Presided as President of a Chartered Little League program of over 350 kids. Led recruitment and training of over 60 managers and coaches, ensuring high-quality leadership for program. Directed fundraising efforts and logistics that resulted in over $100,000 in facility improvements which included 2 solar powered scoreboards, several new bleachers and new fields. Oversaw 11-member executive board, managing an annual budget exceeding $75,000.
- Led strategic planning initiatives to enhance program growth and community engagement.
- Oversaw budget management and resource allocation for operational excellence.
- Cultivated partnerships with local businesses to support sponsorship and fundraising efforts.
LOSS CONTROL REPRESENTATIVE
Hartford Insurance/Safeco Insurance
CA
10.1989 - 02.2000
- Delivered loss control consultative services to commercial insureds, inspecting facilities, evaluating safety programs, and issuing recommendations to management per OSHA and NFPA guidelines for a portfolio exceeding 15 million dollars in annual premium. Facilitated safety presentations for groups of 25-100+ people, enhancing training effectiveness and engagement. Ranked as the top fleet safety trainer for Hartford Insurance Western Region based on total volume trained.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential hazards and recommend safety improvements.
- Collaborated with clients to develop tailored loss control programs addressing specific industry needs.
- Delivered training sessions on safety protocols, enhancing employee understanding and compliance.
Education
B.S. - Biological Sciences, Political Science
University of California
Irvine, CASkills
- Lead generation
- Account management
- Client support
- Design collaboration
- Proposal presentation
- Problem Solving
- Design presentation
Timeline
Project Design Specialist
SABER Concrete and Foundation Repair
03.2026 - Current
Sales Professional
Acorn Paper/B2B Industrial Packaging
07.2024 - 02.2026
Technical Sales Representative/SIP Sales Representative
International Paper
02.2019 - 07.2024
Sales Representative/Senior Account Manager
TransFirst/TSYS
11.2014 - 02.2019
PRESIDENT
Costa Mesa National Little League
06.2010 - 06.2014
OWNER/BROKER
Marlin Mortgage & Real Estate, Inc, Real Estate Company
04.2000 - 11.2014
LOSS CONTROL REPRESENTATIVE
Hartford Insurance/Safeco Insurance
10.1989 - 02.2000
B.S. - Biological Sciences, Political Science
University of California