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Shawn Sanders

Whittier,CA

Summary

Top-performing premium sales professional with a proven ability to generate multimillion-dollar revenue through strategic outreach, relationship-driven selling, and exceptional client service. Consistently recognized as a company leader in sales performance, pipeline management, and cross-functional execution. Adept at delivering high-value hospitality experiences that exceed expectations, and drive long-term client retention.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Manager, Premium Sales

LA Clippers
Los Angeles, CA
02.2021 - Current
  • Led premium sales initiatives across hospitality, membership, suite, and group ticketing.
  • Currently exceeding revenue goals consistently, achieving $560K in 2025 and ranking in top 10 monthly.
  • Generated $2.7M+ in revenue from 2024 to 2025, securing top 3 companywide finish.
  • Achieved $803,980 in revenue during 2023-24, placing 6th companywide with multiple top finishes.
  • Recognized as Sales Person of the Month in February and awarded Carl Lahr Award once.
  • Generated $1.29M in revenue for 2022-23, earning Sales Person of the Year title.
  • Ranked first overall in 2022-23 with four top 3 finishes and eleven top 10 placements.
  • Generated $1.34M in revenue during 2021-22, achieving third overall and multiple accolades.

Account Executive

LA Clippers
Los Angeles, CA
09.2018 - 02.2021
  • Managed B2B and B2C outreach, achieving consistent ranking among top sales performers.
  • Generated $1.52M in revenue in 2019-20, earning 3rd place overall and All-Pro Team recognition.
  • Received two Sales Person of the Month awards, consistently placing in Top 3 and Top 10.
  • Honored with Carl Lahr Award twice for exceptional sales performance.
  • Achieved $465K in revenue in 2018-19, securing 5th place overall and All-Pro Team status.
  • Mentored Inside Sales Representatives as a Clippers Coaching Academy Leader, enhancing leadership skills.
  • Recognized four times in Top 3 for outstanding sales contributions during 2018-19.
  • Achieved distinction as a two-time Carl Lahr Award recipient for exemplary performance.

Inside Sales Executive

LA Clippers
Los Angeles, CA
02.2018 - 09.2018
  • Executed inside sales campaigns targeting new leads to support organizational ticketing objectives.
  • Generated $337K in revenue within seven months through strategic sales initiatives.
  • Achieved Sales Person of the Month for September, showcasing exceptional performance.
  • Ranked in Top 3 for two months and Top 10 for three months, demonstrating consistent sales excellence.
  • Received Carl Lahr Award twice for outstanding contributions to sales success.

Education

Accelerated Sports Career Academy
Los Angeles, CA
03.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Communications (Organizational Communication / Public Relations)

California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
06.2014

Skills

  • Premium Sales Strategy & Execution
  • Corporate & VIP Ticketing Solutions
  • B2B & B2C Lead Generation & Prospecting
  • Full-Cycle Sales & Consultative Closing
  • CRM Systems (AXS, KORE, Archtics, Dynamics 365)
  • Key Account Development & Client Retention
  • Revenue Growth & Quota Achievement
  • Pipeline Management & Sales Forecasting
  • Event Activation & Client Experience Delivery
  • Cross-Functional Sales Collaboration
  • Strategic Outreach
  • High-Impact Presentation & Communication

OTHER EXPERIENCE

  • Red Robin | Northridge, CA
  • Bartender / Server
  • 11/2013 – 02/2018
  • 4× Employee of the Month for best in sales and customer service experience.
  • 3× Upsell challenge winner, increasing liquor sales by 15%.
  • Promoted 3× within the company from Busser to Server, Cocktail Server, and Bartender.

Timeline

Account Manager, Premium Sales

LA Clippers
02.2021 - Current

Account Executive

LA Clippers
09.2018 - 02.2021

Inside Sales Executive

LA Clippers
02.2018 - 09.2018

Accelerated Sports Career Academy

Bachelor of Arts - Communications (Organizational Communication / Public Relations)

California State University, Los Angeles