Timothy Ryan
Indian Head Park,IL
Summary
Results driven Sales Executive and Account management leader with extensive experience in wireless communications, business development, and executive level strategy. Proven track record of driving revenue growth, building strategic partnerships, and leading high performing sales teams.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Partner - CEO
BDW, LLC Consulting
05.2025 - Current
- Introducing current MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator) accounts to select Mobile Device Distributors while increasing revenue and margin
- Introduced B2B and Enterprise accounts to Mobile Device Distributors while increasing revenue and margin
- Used negotiation skill set and distributor customer base to assist in product procurement
- Used project management skills to work with OEM's/ODM's to develop and launch select wireless devices to MVNO's, B2B, and Enterprise accounts
Sr. National Account Manager
Vertex Wireless
05.2023 - 05.2025
- Specialized in developing and launching handsets into government subsidized programs such as the Lifeline and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
- Exceeded Wholesale yearly sales goal revenues of 20M+ for handset, tablet, and accessory sales
- Managed end of life and overstock liquidation
- Initiated and created new revenue and margin opportunities while managing the Samsung 14-day return program auctions
VP of Sales and Business Development
ATEL
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Specialized in IoT (Internet of Things) Product Development
- Project manager for several IoT device launches - Home Phone Connect, Hot Spot Router, Asset Tracking
- Launched IoT devices into MVNO's, Regional Carrier's, and B2B/Enterprise accounts
Executive VP of Sales/Partner
Quality One Wireless
04.2006 - 02.2021
- Specialized in Wholesale Trading, End of Life and Overstock Liquidation
- Managed a sales team of 15 individuals responsible for MVNO, Regional Carrier, and MVNO account management
- Product Development Management for entry level android handset designed for Lifeline MVNO's - consistently won RFP's for 500K+ handset Programs
- Responsible for a 50M budget - Met and exceeded all sales goals
National Sales Manager
Motorola Solutions
06.1989 - 02.2006
- Motorola Personal Communications Sector (PCS) - Straight commission salesman selling newly launched devices to high-end customers -
- Invited to the Motorola Presidents Club for the top sales individuals throughout the company
- Indirect Sales/Account Management managing MCI Worldcom, Qwest Wireless, and US Cellular - Met or exceeded revenue and margin goals with a budget of 75M
- Director of Sales managing US Cellular and EOL/Obsolete handsets and accessories. Exceeded all revenue and margin goals while creating additional revenue streams
- Director of Sales - Iridium Satellite Sales - Managed a team of 12 individuals selling Satellite Handsets to fortune 500 companies while preparing for Y2K
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Major Communications - Minor Sociology
St. Norbert College
De Pere, WI05.1989
Skills
- Excellent communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
- Problem resolution
Timeline
Partner - CEO
BDW, LLC Consulting
05.2025 - Current
Sr. National Account Manager
Vertex Wireless
05.2023 - 05.2025
VP of Sales and Business Development
ATEL
02.2021 - 05.2022
Executive VP of Sales/Partner
Quality One Wireless
04.2006 - 02.2021
National Sales Manager
Motorola Solutions
06.1989 - 02.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Major Communications - Minor Sociology
St. Norbert College