Samuel Starkovich
Lakewood,CO
Summary
Retail professional with robust background in driving sales and enhancing customer experiences. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing retail environments. Expertise in product knowledge and active listening, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Retail Sales Associate
Bristlecone Shooting Range
Lakewood, CO
01.2026 - 02.2026
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Processed transactions efficiently using POS systems, ensuring accuracy in sales and inventory tracking.
- Maintained store organization and cleanliness to promote a welcoming environment for shoppers.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales targets through effective merchandising strategies.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated restocking needs to management, optimizing product availability.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
Real Estate Marketing Specialist
Surge
Littleton, CO
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Planned, created, and managed targeted ad campaigns across platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and Google to generate qualified buyer and seller leads.
- Collaborated with real estate agents and brokers to develop compelling ad copy, visuals, and video content tailored to local market trends and client needs.
- Optimized campaigns through A/B testing, audience segmentation, and budget allocation to maximize ROI and cost-per-lead efficiency.
- Analyzed performance metrics (CTR, CPC, CPL, conversion rates) and prepared detailed reports to guide strategic decision-making.
- Increased brand visibility and engagement by implementing retargeting strategies and geo-targeted advertising.
- Stayed current on real estate digital marketing trends, platform updates, and compliance with housing advertising regulations.
Server/Bartender
The Cow / An Eatery
Morrison, CO
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Take orders and bring food
- Work in a fast paced environment
- Communicated with a team of servers to make sure service would flow smoothly
Account Manager/Sales Manager
Precision Marketing, INC.
Englewood, CO
05.2023 - 10.2024
- I would manage a team of 10-15 sales associates
- Create tracking sheets for each sales associates, which monitored sales, expenses, hours worked, and sales statistics (doors knocked, conversations, closes, sales)
- Monitor a 10-25 person D2D team (talk-toes, closes, Sales)
- Create expense reports, manage and assign D2D territory for associates, manage traveling D2D Team
- Consistently place top 3 in National sales
- Train and mentor 2-5 new sales associates
- Consistently plan sales meetings and mentorship courses for new associates
- Mentor new associates through Financial decisions, Sales tactics, and leadership roles
Sales Representative
Ameritech Windows
Denver, CO
05.2023 - 08.2023
- As a Sales Representative at Ameritech Windows, I was responsible for driving revenue growth and customer satisfaction through consultative selling and personalized service. My role involves understanding customer needs, educating them about our product offerings, and guiding them through the entire sales process. With a strong emphasis on building lasting relationships, I aim to provide top-notch solutions that align with the unique requirements of each client.
- Key Responsibilities:
- 1. Engage with potential customers in a consultative manner to identify their specific needs and preferences.
- 2. Present and demonstrate Ameritech Windows' product offerings, highlighting their features, benefits, and value proposition.
- 3. Generate leads, follow up on inquiries, and maintain a robust sales pipeline to meet and exceed individual and team targets.
- 4. Develop and implement effective sales strategies to penetrate new markets and expand the customer base.
- 5. Build and maintain strong customer relationships, providing post-sales support and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- 6. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing and customer service, to optimize sales efforts and enhance customer experiences.
- 7. Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor offerings, and customer demands to position Ameritech Windows as a market leader.
Server/Banquet Server
Columbine Country Club
Littleton, CO
09.2022 - 02.2023
- I was both a front server and banquet server. I would take orders for the members as well as help the back servers deliver food from the kitchen to tables. I was constantly taking orders, dropping off food, cleaning, and helping set tables. I would consistently get 100% service rating from the members who would fill out a quality of service survey with their check as well.
Cashier/Customer Service/Host/server
THE GARLIC KNOT
Lakewood, CO
03.2022 - 08.2022
- I manage the cash register as well as prepare food for people, seat people as they walk in, take online orders and phone calls, serve people food, and cook. I learned all of these skills due to shortage of staff in the restaurant.
Server/Banquet Server
Premium Event Staffing
Denver, CO
06.2021 - 08.2022
- I was a Banquet Server. I mainly served at weddings, corporate events, and black tie/formal events. I have experience and am proficient in Beverage Orders, Banquet Functions, food service, Detail orientation, Communication skills, and Customer-service skills.
Education
High school education (High school diploma or GED) -
Columbine High School
Littleton, CO02.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Cyber Security
Red Rocks Community College
Denver, CO05-2028
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Analytics and SEO
- Digital marketing
- Social media management
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Exceptional customer service
- Negotiation tactics
- Upselling and cross selling
- Network security
Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- Driver's License
- Bartender License
- TIPS
- ServSafe
- Food Safety Certification
- CPR Certification
Languages
English
Timeline
Retail Sales Associate
Bristlecone Shooting Range
01.2026 - 02.2026
Server/Bartender
The Cow / An Eatery
02.2025 - 05.2025
Real Estate Marketing Specialist
Surge
09.2024 - 09.2025
Account Manager/Sales Manager
Precision Marketing, INC.
05.2023 - 10.2024
Sales Representative
Ameritech Windows
05.2023 - 08.2023
Server/Banquet Server
Columbine Country Club
09.2022 - 02.2023
Cashier/Customer Service/Host/server
THE GARLIC KNOT
03.2022 - 08.2022
Server/Banquet Server
Premium Event Staffing
06.2021 - 08.2022
High school education (High school diploma or GED) -
Columbine High School
Associate of Applied Science - Cyber Security
Red Rocks Community College