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Scott Phillips

Clinton,Ms

Summary

Accomplished professional with a diverse range of experience and track record in leading teams to exceed sales targets and deliver high-quality construction and renovation projects on time and within budget. At American Standard, leveraged design strategy and presentation skills to enhance client living spaces, achieving a significant increase in customer satisfaction. Skilled in environmental design and adept at fostering strategic partnerships, demonstrating exceptional leadership and negotiation abilities.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Safety/Design Specialist

American Standard
01.2022 - Current
  • In-Home Sales for Walk-In Tubs / Remodeling Shower/Tubs, Responsible for visiting clients in their homes to present and sell bathroom renovation solutions
  • Design consultation, offering clients personalized bathroom upgrades that enhance their living spaces

Family Services Counselor

Wright & Ferguson
07.2017 - 08.2019
  • Preneed Funeral Sales Representative, responsible for selling pre arranged funeral plans to individuals who wish to plan their funeral services in advance
  • This role involved educating clients on the benefits of pre-planning, customizing services to meet client needs, and providing compassionate support during what can be an emotionally sensitive time

Owner / President

Vision Builders
07.2004 - 03.2016
  • Responsible for overseeing residential properties' construction, renovation, and sometimes demolition
  • This role involved managing all aspects of building projects from start to finish, ensuring they were completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards
  • Customer, City, County, Inspectors, Suppliers, Contractors are some key contact responsibilities

Regional Sales Manager

Captiva Software
05.2001 - 07.2004
  • Company Overview: Captiva was purchased by EMC, and my role, along with most other positions, was absorbed into an existing company
  • Responsible for the sales strategy for software and hardware solutions in Louisana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Alabama
  • This role involved developing Value Added Re-sellers and project development with customers
  • Driving revenue growth, and expanding market share through these strategic partnerships, direct sales, and channel management
  • This required a deep understanding of both software and hardware technologies
  • Captiva was purchased by EMC, and my role, along with most other positions, was absorbed into an existing company

Technology Consultant

Ikon Office Solutions
01.1995 - 08.2001
  • Computer / Networking / Document Imaging Solutions
  • Started out selling networking, training, programming, and hardware
  • I progressed into specializing in document imaging solutions for corporate and government organizations

Education

Bachelors of Arts - Theology

Jackson College
Jackson, MS
05-1993

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Dallas College - Eastfield Campus

Leadership -

Purpose Institute

Technical / Sales Training -

Skills

  • Consultative Sales Approach
  • Construction planning
  • Technology Sales
  • Construction, Remodeling, Consulting
  • Problem & Conflict Resolution
  • Turning Lemons into Lemonade

Certification

  • Networking
  • Consulting

Training

Technical / Sales Training

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Safety/Design Specialist

American Standard
01.2022 - Current

Family Services Counselor

Wright & Ferguson
07.2017 - 08.2019

Owner / President

Vision Builders
07.2004 - 03.2016

Regional Sales Manager

Captiva Software
05.2001 - 07.2004

Technology Consultant

Ikon Office Solutions
01.1995 - 08.2001

Bachelors of Arts - Theology

Jackson College

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Dallas College - Eastfield Campus

Leadership -

Purpose Institute

Technical / Sales Training -

Scott Phillips