Ryan Sharp
Sales Expert With Proven B2B Growth Success
Norwalk,Iowa
Summary
With over 15 years of sales experience, specializing in strategic planning and building strong client relationships that drive business growth. Expertise in CRM, market analysis, and team leadership. Achieved significant results, including helping Spare Time Entertainment rank as the 2nd highest-grossing location out of 18, generating $15 million in its first year. Consistently delivers high-impact results through effective negotiation, strategic planning, and strong communication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Storm Restoration Sales Consultant
Ridge Craft Exteriros
Des Moines , Iowa
05.2024 - Current
- Conducted client consultations, assessing storm damage and delivering explanations of the restoration process.
- Ensured precise claims handling and maximum coverage by working closely with insurance adjusters during storm restoration projects.
- Generated new business leads through targeted outreach and successfully managed restoration projects from start to finish, ensuring timely completion and customer satisfaction.
Business Development Manager
Spare Time Entertainment
West Des Moines, IA
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Generated $70,000 in advertising sales across the Des Moines and Cedar Rapids markets.
- Successfully secured corporate events for high-level clients, including Hy-Vee, World-Wide Logistics and EuroFins.
- Organized events for up to 800 guests and consistently attracted an average of 400 attendees
- Strengthened corporate and community partnerships, resulting in a significant boost to foot traffic and better local engagement.
- Prioritized in-person visits to local businesses to cultivate relationships that resulted in securing major events and boosting overall attendance.
Business Development Manager
Breiholz Construction
Des Moines, IA
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Leveraged networking relationships to secure business opportunities, ranging from $30,000 to $20 million, showcasing strategic relationship building skills.
- Devised and implemented unique marketing approaches that markedly boosted brand recognition and visibility, leading to remarkable business expansion.
- Engaged actively in networking through key organizations like Urbandale Chamber of Commerce and FuseDSM to establish relationships with decision-makers, enabling valuable collaboration opportunities.
Design Solution Specialist
SGH Concepts
Urbandale, IA
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Product Advocacy: Promoted exterior facade systems, including metal panels, fiber cement, and digitally printed aluminum siding, to architects and contractors, offering design-assist, detailing, and budgeting support
- Developed solution designs for customer business problems based on technical and functional requirements.
- Territory Management: Managed sales and client relationships across Des Moines, Eastern Iowa, and the Quad Cities, engaging with a wide range of professionals and projects.
Realtor
Remax Real Estate Group
Clive , Iowa
01.2015 - 03.2020
- Advised clients on market trends and local real estate conditions, helping them make informed decisions.
- Developed marketing plans to promote properties for sale, including listing ads in newspapers and websites.
- Coordinated with appraisers, title companies, lenders, home inspectors and other third parties to ensure a successful closing process.
- Negotiated contracts between buyers and sellers to reach agreement on price and terms of sales.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences
Upper Iowa University
Des Moines, IA05-2009
Skills
- Strategic Business Development
- Building Local Partnerships
- B2B Sales Expertise
- Trade Show Engagement
- CRM Software Proficiency
- Relationship Development Strategies
- Lead Generation Skills
- Client-Centric Sales Approach
Websites
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryandennissharp/
Timeline
Storm Restoration Sales Consultant
Ridge Craft Exteriros
05.2024 - Current
Business Development Manager
Spare Time Entertainment
01.2022 - 05.2024
Business Development Manager
Breiholz Construction
08.2020 - 08.2021
Design Solution Specialist
SGH Concepts
01.2018 - 06.2020
Realtor
Remax Real Estate Group
01.2015 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences
Upper Iowa University
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