Resourceful, respected, dynamic, and performance-driven Sales Strategist with more than fifteen years of comprehensive expertise, and an enviable record of consistently meeting/exceeding sales goals.
Recognized by management for superior sales and presentation skills, high conversion rates, exceptional client relationship development/management, and for being performance-driven and passionate.
Successful in driving revenue growth while concurrently providing sales leadership in highly-competitive markets, in identifying methods to exponentially grow business and the client base, and in formulating innovative campaigns that significantly increase product distribution and expand market share.
Possesses strong interpersonal and communications skills; effective at cultivating strong relationships with external business partners; adept at collaborating with peers to implement customer retention strategies.
Consistently noted for advanced abilities in closing complex deals and serving as a strong mentor and coach, well-versed in combining business acumen with leadership abilities to effectively build sales teams.
Outstanding ability to open new accounts, expand volumes, and routinely exceed client expectations.
Able to maintain a positive approach to complex problem-solving in fast-paced environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Political Strategist
The Var Group LLC
07.2019 - 11.2024
Prospect, meet and sign potential clients, fundraise from high dollar donors to fund specific issues.
Manage and train teams of 50+ canvassers to collect voter information to qualify constitutional amendments, initiatives and political candidates.
Managed press relations efforts, ensuring clear messaging was delivered across all media channels while maintaining control of narratives surrounding the campaign or candidate's image.
Established productive partnerships with community organizations and interest groups, fostering long-term support for political candidates or causes.
Optimized resource allocation by creating detailed budgets for campaign expenditures and monitoring financial performance throughout the election cycle.
Improved campaign efficiency through the implementation of data-driven decision-making.
Enhanced client satisfaction through thorough research, analysis, and strategic planning for political campaigns.
Organized successful get-out-the-vote efforts by developing comprehensive voter outreach programs, ultimately driving higher turnout in support of political clients.
Increased voter engagement by developing targeted political messaging and campaign strategies.
Senior Regional Account Executive
KNOWBE4 INC.
10.2016 - 09.2018
Led the way in selling SaaS model Security Awareness Training to corporations, educational institutions, and government agencies
Provided effective, best-in-class security awareness solutions to business partners
Exponentially expanded the company's sales and marketing in New York and New Jersey
Utilized CRM tools effectively to manage client information and track progress on accounts, leading to more accurate forecasting and pipeline management.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services, resulting in high customer satisfaction.
Senior Account Executive
VENUEBOOK
07.2015 - 01.2016
Spearheaded all aspects of sales and marketing for the Southern California Territory.
Efficaciously managed key client accounts, promotional work, client relations, and other sales-related operations
Designed and facilitated high quality, specialized sales presentations
Built the market from scratch, consistently meeting all sales expectations
Sold a cloud-based event management system coupled with a lead-generation service
Managed the entire sales cycle from presentation to onboarding of the client.
Recognized for superior product presentation skills, closing abilities, confidence, and a driving passion
Maintained comprehensive knowledge of market trends, industry news, and competitor offerings, ensuring informed decision-making and strategic planning.
Sales Director, Business Development
INFINITE FINANCIAL GROUP
04.2012 - 07.2015
Seamlessly directed and oversaw various aspects related to company operations including sales, finance, budgeting, marketing, advertising, territory growth, and client relations
Marketed credit card systems and support services to businesses
Sold merchant services, credit card processing products, leasing terminals, and POS systems
Provided e-commerce solutions and assisted clients with account set ups and processing systems; maintained systems; responded to customer inquiries; and recommended appropriate services, as needed
Managed accounts; generated positive referrals; and cold-called contacts using outstanding negotiation abilities and persuasive communication techniques to develop client relationships
Created personalized service packages competitive to the rates and services provided by competitors to attract new clients from their previous service provider
Generated new business by implementing incentive and referral programs, resulting in $100K - $250K in new processing accounts acquired monthly, with multiple accounts valued at $500K+
Owner
UNITED EVENTS AND PRODUCTIONS
01.2003 - 12.2013
Coordinated all aspects of product launches and promotional events from initial idea conception and contract negotiations to event execution
Created a database of targeted event audiences
Managed day-of-event activities and logistics
Recruited, hired, managed, and trained all event staff
Organized 200+ special North American product launch events for top beverage brands covered in local and national media
Received numerous awards for exceptional organization skills
Consistently met client goals for attendance and sales
Developed high-impact client sales presentations to garner funding for product launches
Account Executive
PBMS
02.2009 - 04.2012
Set the strategic direction for sales and business development functions to increase their bottom line
Launched new product rollouts, managed key accounts, negotiated contracts, and fulfilled customer orders
Trained, coached, and mentored cross-functional teams
Developed strong relationships with executives, and served as a liaison for clients
Built and developed sales teams in three major cities and restructured under-performing teams resulting in a 450% increase in gross revenue within a two-year period
Developed and implemented sales plans that regularly exceeded quotas
Helped develop multiple social media initiatives and marketing campaigns
Skills
Hunter
Cold Calling
Prospecting
Account Management
Pipeline Management
Negotiation
Product Demonstration
Saas
Salesforce
Hubspot
Google Workplace
Microsoft Office
CRM proficiency
Territory management
Teamwork and collaboration
Excellent communication
Sales presentations
Product knowledge
Strategic planning
Customer retention
Client acquisition
Sales cycle management
Accomplishments
Surpassed sales/production goals and exceeded quotas for 20 consecutive months.
Consistently recognized for exceeding quotas monthly , quarterly and annually.
Won multiple sales performance awards and bonuses.
Ranked in the Top-3 sales representatives for division & Top-10 highest sales earners globally.
300% of quota exceeded in 6 of 8 quarters.
Generated 5 million+ in revenue for clients.
Passed 20+ constitutional amendments nationally
Successfully campaigned and elected 10+ Senators , 10+ Congressmen, 4 Governors and 1 President.