Timothy Pounds

• Consistently growing organic territory from 1 under-performing affiliate retail location to a thriving sales environment with 52 new commercial accounts across 16 counties in central Georgia, while assisting with the acquisition and growth of a new M&A retail store
• Driving phases of sales from leads generation and prospecting to presentations and contract development
• Strategizing, researching, and implementing methods for increasing sales and delivering custom recommendations for fine arts programs
• Fostering lasting relationships with customers resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base
• Training new employees on sales strategies, customer service, and organizational techniques to reproduce success in adjacent markets

FY 2025 Metrics (January-August):

• 2025 YTD 67.4% ahead of forecast in Net Sales
• 2025 YTD 61.1% ahead of forecast in Net Margin
• 2025 YTD 165% ahead for new customer rental agreements

• Founding and managing a small business, securing contracts to provide audio/video services, consultations, and installations for live productions
• Designing business plan and evaluating financial statements to manage cash flow and develop techniques to improve business
• Identifying customer needs and negotiating profitable projects at competitive pricing points

• Supervised and trained volunteers, fostering collaboration, accountability, and alignment with shared goals
• Worked cross-functionally with music, youth, and admin teams to deliver seamless services and events

• Presented complex musical concepts in an accessible, persuasive manner, strengthening communication, collaboration, and consultative teaching skills
• Maintained ongoing communication with parents, administration, and community partners, fostering trust and collaboration