Results-driven professional in sales management, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in strategic planning, customer relationship management, and team leadership. Excel in communication, negotiation, and problem-solving to achieve sales targets and business growth.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager/Event Coordinator
Neidhammer Events
Indianapolis , IN
01.2023 - Current
Formulated competitive pricing strategies to increase profitability.
Developed and implemented event plans including budgeting, scheduling, site selection, vendor contracts, and logistics.
Coordinated with vendors to provide services such as catering, audio and visual equipment, décor, and entertainment.
Event Manager
Beats Per Minute
Avon, IN
02.2002 - Current
Acted as a liaison between clients and vendors throughout the event.
Managed communication for event inquiry responses.
Spearheaded planning, organization, and execution of corporate events, ensuring seamless operations from start to finish.
General Store Manager
Ashley Furniture Homestore
Greenwood , Indiana
06.2013 - 12.2023
Conducted regular sales meetings with team members to review performance and set targets.
Analyzed sales data to identify trends, areas of improvement, and opportunities for growth.
Trained new employees on product knowledge, customer service techniques, and company policies.
Created weekly reports tracking progress against goals and objectives.
Managed inventory control processes including ordering, receiving, stocking, pricing.
Discussed financing options, pricing and current promotional offers.
Sales Manager
Holiday Inn Express
Auburn , IN
02.2006 - 04.2013
Supervised and coordinated daily shift activities of hotel staff, including assigning tasks to team members.
Monitored guest satisfaction levels and took corrective action when necessary to resolve any customer service issues.
Conducted regular inspections of public areas, guest rooms and back-of-house areas for cleanliness and maintenance needs.
Assisted guests with check-in and check-out procedures as needed.
Provided training and guidance to new employees on proper job duties and responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Deaf Studies
Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN
05-2025
Skills
Performance management
Sales forecasting
Sales contract management
Wedding trends proficiency
KPI analysis
Goals and performance
VIP services
Guest experiences
Office and staff streamlining
Guest relations management
Hospitality
Guest complaint resolution
Affiliations
Blue star of Indiana
Bowling
co-ed softball
Accomplishments
I was the first female to run the highest-grossing Ashley furniture store
I was a million-dollar writer in the first 9 months that I was a salesperson at Ashley Furniture.
I won the Difference Maker Award 2 years in a row for work in the community
I took Neidhammer events from half a million in revenue to a projected 2.1 million in under 2 years