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Samuel Cohen

Las Cruces,NM

Summary

Proven leader in business development, adept at strategic planning and client relations, significantly boosted sales revenue at Seatac Digital Resources as well as Pet Care television network. Skilled in negotiations and team oversight, I excel in creating profitable customer relationships and driving market growth. Achieved a notable increase in customer satisfaction through innovative strategies and effective communication. Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams. Hard-driving business leader offering skill in strategic business planning and team development. Skillfully recruit and train employees at all levels to meet customer and business demands. Articulate, forward-thinking and resourceful in meeting unique needs. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/ceo

Jacko the Barbarian Inc
04.2015 - 01.2023
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service
  • Trade show planing
  • Managing a client list of over 2000 accounts

Sales Manager

Saddle Ranch Productions
03.2013 - 01.2015
  • Handled customer relations issues for over 68 clients, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Increased sales revenue by 38%. developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
  • Led a successful sales team of 30 by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
  • Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
  • Maintained relationships with those 68 customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Managed key accounts with strategic planning and relationship building, resulting in increased customer loyalty and repeat business.
  • Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.

VP of Sales and Business Development

Seatac Digital Resources
02.2009 - 12.2012
  • Championed data-driven decision-making within the organization, leveraging insights from CRM systems for better resource allocation.
  • Oversaw the successful launch of new products and services, ensuring proper market positioning and supporting promotional efforts to drive adoption rates among targeted end-users across various sectors potentially available therein.
  • Boosted sales revenue by implementing innovative strategies and effective market research.
  • Drove market share growth by analyzing industry trends and developing competitive product offerings.
  • Developed comprehensive sales plans to capture new markets and improve overall company growth.
  • Established measurable KPIs for the sales team, enabling accurate tracking of progress towards company objectives.
  • Continuously evaluated team performance against established benchmarks/goals so as to identify areas needing improvement whilst taking corrective measures accordingly aimed at maintaining an overall high standard of excellence throughout all aspects related.
  • Implemented training programs to enhance the effectiveness of the sales team, leading to higher conversion rates.
  • Mentored junior staff to enhance their skills, resulting in improved performance and career advancement opportunities.
  • Developed overall marketing strategy and support implementation across 2 departments.
  • Managed 300k annual marketing budget.
  • Managed a 12-member marketing team comprised of graphic artists, CRM administrator and marketing coordinators.

VP of Sales and Business Development

Pet Care Television Network
05.2003 - 01.2009
  • Supported business development efforts and coordinated with marketing team on over 50 special campaigns.
  • Built relationships with over 7,000 customers and community doctors to establish long-term business growth.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
  • Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
  • Managed over 7,000 accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
  • Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
  • Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.
  • Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
  • Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.
  • Enhanced profitability by developing pipelines utilizing marketing and sales strategies.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA
05.2007

Skills



  • Marketing
  • Team Oversight
  • Financial Management
  • Staff hiring
  • Business Development

  • Business Administration
  • Business marketing
  • Consulting
  • Negotiation
  • Sales Leadership
  • Employee Development
  • Product branding
  • Administrative Oversight

  • Contract Management

  • Cost Reduction
  • Sales management

Timeline

Owner/ceo

Jacko the Barbarian Inc
04.2015 - 01.2023

Sales Manager

Saddle Ranch Productions
03.2013 - 01.2015

VP of Sales and Business Development

Seatac Digital Resources
02.2009 - 12.2012

VP of Sales and Business Development

Pet Care Television Network
05.2003 - 01.2009

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Santa Monica College
Samuel Cohen