Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Languages
Fishing
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Sam Benzekri

Kamuela,Hawaii

Summary

Energetic sales leader with solid record and significant background in sales. Successful at working sales distribution site by effectively using sales techniques and processes to convert prospective owners into purchasers. Dependable with superior work ethic and dedication to quality.

Motivated Senior Sales Representative with 13 years of Timeshare experience and dedication to mentorship. Proficient in market research and analysis. Consistently exceeds sales goals and retains clients.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Rep: In-house and Front Line

Marriott Vacation Club
Waikoloa , HI
01.2024 - Current

Sales Leader

Hilton Grand Vacation club Hawaii
Waikoloa , HI
03.2020 - 11.2023
  • Performed sales consultations and educated clients on products and services.
  • Created and maintained sales environment to support business objectives.
  • Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
  • Boosted revenue and facilitated sales activity while developing consistent employee measurements for exceeding goals.
  • Delivered sales presentations focused on offerings and unique advantages over competitors.

Blue green Fountains
Orlando, Florida
09.2019 - 03.2020

Inhouse Sales Associates

Marriott Vacation Club Pulse, Mayflower
Washington, D.C.
04.2018 - 08.2019
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
  • Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions.
  • Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
  • Conducted one-on-one sales presentations and resort property tours to interested parties.
  • Answered owner questions regarding use of properties and location amenities.
  • Attended professional training classes and assessments for continuous improvement.
  • Monitored contract processing to minimize rescission decisions.

Sales Leader

Hilton Grand Vacations
Orlando, Fl
02.2016 - 02.2018
  • In charge of Sales team
  • Also served as a translator for the company: translating English to Arabic to all middle eastern customers, face to face and over the phone
  • Empowered team to exceed sales quotas through regular training, effective coaching and close mentoring.
  • Partnered with senior managers to develop and implement strategic sales and marketing plans.
  • Engaged customers with in-person and remote demonstrations of available products.
  • Led sales team to consistently deliver customer service, generating maximum sales potential.

Sales Executive

Hilton Grand Vacation Club
Orlando, FL
01.2013 - 02.2016
  • Conducted one-on-one sales presentations and resort property tours to interested parties.
  • Attended professional training classes and assessments for continuous improvement.
  • Handled price objections and used proper closing techniques to generate sales.
  • Monitored contract processing to minimize rescission decisions.
  • Met and exceeded personal and departmental sales goals utilizing owner generated leads.

Owner Operator

PM Limousine service
Orlando, Florida
02.2001 - 01.2012
  • Determined pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
  • Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision-making.

Airport Manager

Budget Car Rental
Orlando, FL
02.1992 - 01.2001
  • Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.

Education

Associate of Science - Hospitality

Agadir Hotel Management
Agadir Morocco
07.1988

High School Diploma - Arabic

Literature Moulay Slimane

License in Florida, Washington Dc And the Islands of Hawaii -

Skills

  • Achievements , Hilton- Highest Volume, # 1 Salesperson 2014 Recipient, 2015 and 2016
  • Problem-Solving
  • Lead Generation
  • Territory Sales
  • Inside and Outside Sales
  • Customer Needs Assessment
  • Sales Closing
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • Timeshare Knowledge

Additional Information

  • Awards , Highest sales volume for 2014, front line Hilton Grand Vacation Club 2.3 mil with VPG of 4300 Highest sales volume of the year of 2015 inhouse sales executive Hilton Grand Vacation 5.2 mil

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Full Professional
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
German
Limited

Fishing

  • Love Fishing.

Timeline

Sales Rep: In-house and Front Line

Marriott Vacation Club
01.2024 - Current

Sales Leader

Hilton Grand Vacation club Hawaii
03.2020 - 11.2023

Blue green Fountains
09.2019 - 03.2020

Inhouse Sales Associates

Marriott Vacation Club Pulse, Mayflower
04.2018 - 08.2019

Sales Leader

Hilton Grand Vacations
02.2016 - 02.2018

Sales Executive

Hilton Grand Vacation Club
01.2013 - 02.2016

Owner Operator

PM Limousine service
02.2001 - 01.2012

Airport Manager

Budget Car Rental
02.1992 - 01.2001

Associate of Science - Hospitality

Agadir Hotel Management

High School Diploma - Arabic

Literature Moulay Slimane

License in Florida, Washington Dc And the Islands of Hawaii -

Sam Benzekri