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Towma Rastad

Framingham,MA

Summary

Accomplished business leader well-versed in assessing risk, developing solutions and implementing positive changes to achieve sustainability and growth in challenging market conditions. Adept at building and strengthening business and customer relationships.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Co-Director

MetroWest Chamber Of Commerce
01.2022 - Current
    • Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative strategies.
    • Managed budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting to ensure optimal resource allocation while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
    • Enhanced community engagement by developing and implementing strategic outreach initiatives.
    • Established new business partnerships by identifying potential clients and presenting tailored solutions.
    • Met with clients, delivering presentations, and educating on product and service features and offerings.
    • Developed strategic partnerships with external organizations focused on advancing workforce diversity initiatives.

Business Development Account Manager

Wegmans
05.2014 - 12.2021
  • Increased client acquisition to over 1 million dollars in first year, by identifying new business opportunities and building strong relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Communicated with leadership teams by spearheading regular meetings to discuss objectives.
  • Networked among local business and community organizations to develop leads and generate business.
  • Consistently exceeded sales targets by effectively utilizing proven sales techniques and establishing rapport with potential clients.
  • Developed business pipeline using cold and warm techniques.
  • Negotiated contracts with clients, securing favorable terms that maximized profitability for the company.
  • Developed strategic plans for market expansion, resulting in increased sales and revenue growth.

Director of Retail Operations

Pet Source
08.2010 - 05.2014
  • Interviewed job candidates and made all staffing decisions
  • Managed staff of of over 20 sales associates and 5 store managers
  • Increased sales volume by 25% in 2 years
  • Managed bank deposits for all 5 locations
  • Plan budgets and authorized payments and merchandise returns
  • Established company policies and standard operating procedures
  • Formulated pricing policies for merchandise, according to profitability requirements
  • Negotiated pricing with vendors regarding wholesale billing and marketing procedures
  • Scheduled, planned, and ran weekly store meetings for all five locations and their employees
  • Handled all inventory and purchases for 5 locations.

Skills

  • Event coordination
  • Project management
  • Organizational skills
  • Financial management
  • Customer relations
  • Public speaking
  • Social media management
  • Business Development
  • Social media management
  • Business Development

Affiliations

  • Rotary Club of Framingham - President Elect 2024
  • MetroWest Boston Visitors Bureau Executive Board - Treasurer 2022-Present
  • Framingham Center Common Cultural District Executive Board - Treasurer 2022-Present
  • Framingham Together Board - 2019-Present
  • Hope and Comfort Board- 2020-Present
  • MetroWest Regional Coalition for Suicide Prevention - 2023- Present
  • Pelham Lifelong Learning Center Advisory Board - 2023-Present
  • The Second Step, DEIJ Committee-2022-Present
  • MWYMCA, HR Workforce Committee- 2022-Present

Timeline

Co-Director

MetroWest Chamber Of Commerce
01.2022 - Current

Business Development Account Manager

Wegmans
05.2014 - 12.2021

Director of Retail Operations

Pet Source
08.2010 - 05.2014

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