Travis Ahlberg
Rice Lake,WI
Summary
Self-motivated and driven leader with proven performance. Customer relationships and rapport built on communication, product/industry knowledge and trust. Successful track record of identifying and closing profitable business opportunities and cultivating strong partnerships.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Sales/National Sales Manager
Ardisam Inc.
Cumberland, WI
04.2020 - 04.2024
- Identified, developed and maintained relationships with key customers and partners.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to maximize revenue growth.
- Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities.
- Attended trade shows, conferences and industry events to promote the company's brand image.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, distributors and other businesses.
- Collaborated with other departments such as marketing, operations and finance in order to ensure successful outcomes from sales initiatives.
Key Account Manager
Ardisam Inc.
Cumberland, WI
04.2018 - 04.2020
- Identified new opportunities for growth within existing accounts, as well as potential new customers.
- Conducted meetings with clients to discuss their objectives, challenges, and strategies.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for successful execution of projects related to large scale accounts.
- Attended trade shows and industry events in order to build brand awareness among target audiences.
- Maintained positive working relationships with retailers and representatives.
Branch Sales Manager
Viking Coca Cola
Rice Lake, WI
08.2014 - 04.2018
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase branch profitability.
- Monitored and analyzed market trends, competitor activity, product innovations, and customer needs and preferences.
- Coached staff on product knowledge, sales techniques, and customer service standards.
- Recruited qualified candidates for open positions within the branch team.
On Premise Sales Manager
Viking Coca Cola
Rice Lake, WI
10.2012 - 08.2014
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales volume.
- Conducted weekly meetings with the sales team to review progress against goals and objectives.
- Researched competitors' products, services, prices, promotions, advertising campaigns.
- Created and maintained relationships with key accounts to ensure customer satisfaction.
Sales Representative
Viking Coca Cola
Rice Lake, WI
09.2010 - 10.2012
- Researched competitors' products, prices, and sales techniques.
- Identified opportunities for cross-selling additional products and services.
- Managed inventory levels by ordering sufficient stock for each account.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID05-2021
Skills
- Client Relationship Management
- Channel Development
- Sales leadership and training
- Competitive Analysis
- Trade show representation
- Sales Presentations
Affiliations
- Youth Soccer and Hockey Coach from 2008 - Current
- NCAA DIII Hockey Official 2008 - Current including Frozen Four selection and multiple tournament selections
- Vice President of Wisconsin State Hockey Officials Association 2010-2018
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Sales/National Sales Manager
Ardisam Inc.
04.2020 - 04.2024
Key Account Manager
Ardisam Inc.
04.2018 - 04.2020
Branch Sales Manager
Viking Coca Cola
08.2014 - 04.2018
On Premise Sales Manager
Viking Coca Cola
10.2012 - 08.2014
Sales Representative
Viking Coca Cola
09.2010 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Idaho
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