Travis VanWinkle
Chandler,Arizona
Summary
Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs, and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Versatile Technology Solutions
01.2021 - 08.2024
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Field Sales Engineer/West Region Technical Program Manager
Promethean
02.2016 - 02.2021
- Managed 17 States in North America
- Establishes new accounts and services accounts by identifying potential customers; planning and organizing sales call schedule
- Prepares sales engineering reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing sales information and engineering and application trends
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
- Contributes to sales engineering effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-range issues that must be addressed; providing information and commentary pertinent to deliberations; recommending options and courses of action; implementing directives
- Contributed to product development, providing valuable feedback from customers to improve features and performance.
- Cultivated lasting relationships with industry influencers promoting company visibility and reputation.
- Optimized sales presentations, incorporating technical specifications and benefits relevant to client needs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive product demonstrations for prospective customers.
- Generated leads through systematic prospecting techniques such as cold calling, networking events, and targeted email campaigns.
- Exceeded sales targets, implementing strategic business plans and continuously analyzing market trends.
Configuration Management Analyst
Semper Valens
01.2016 - 11.2016
- Supports all customer/system specific service areas inside the Distributed Common Ground Station-Army Family of Systems (DCGS-A FOS) including DCGS-A Fixed (DFI/DFB), DCGS-A v3, CDSS (RTGS, TCSP/CSA, TTC), DE-AA, DE-SS, CHARCS, ENFIRE, DTSS, CI-OPS, IWS, and DG2.0
- Implements professional system and software engineering practices to create capabilities that increase efficiencies, reduce risk and reduce overall mission costs across the division and within the PMO.
- Supported disaster recovery planning efforts by creating and maintaining comprehensive system configuration backups for critical systems.
- Provided expert guidance on best practices in configuration management during project planning sessions, contributing to successful project outcomes.
- Developed customized reports for stakeholders, providing insights into the effectiveness of current configuration management strategies.
- Led cross-departmental communication efforts regarding change requests, ensuring transparency throughout the organization.
System Engineer
GEEKS AND NERDS (GAN)
06.2013 - 09.2015
- Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
- Resolved complex technical issues through effective problem-solving techniques and root cause analysis.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables.
- Reduced downtime for critical systems through proactive monitoring and maintenance tasks.
BEI/FEI Project Manager
SCIENCE APPLICATION INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION (SAIC)
09.2011 - 10.2013
- Maintained budgetary compliance across all projects by closely monitoring expenses and adjusting resource allocation as needed.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced errors and increased output in project deliverables.
- Built strong relationships with stakeholders through consistent communication and status updates on project milestones.
- Successfully managed 10 employees and multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
Project Manager
SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION (SAIC)
07.2009 - 09.2011
- Established and reviewed course content and objectives
- Recognized as a subject matter expert in the Warlock Family of Counter RCIED Electronic Warfare (CREW) systems in which he is training
- Provided work leadership to lower level employees, including evaluating the effectiveness of their training presentations and programs
- Improved site efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
- Maintained detailed records of project progress, allowing for accurate forecasting of future needs.
- Managed project timelines, ensuring successful completion within budget and on schedule.
- Collaborated with other Site Leads to share best practices and improve overall company performance.
- Successfully managed multiple employees and projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
Education
Army Basic Instructors Course (ABIC)
Counter Radio Controlled Improvised Explosive Training Certified (CREW)
Crew Company Specialist Certified (CCS)
Electronic Warfare Leaders Course Certified
Program Management/ Contracting Acquisitions
Cochise College
12.2012
General
Central Texas College
05.2004
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and written communication
- Project Management
- Business Management
- Business Development
- Consulting
- Sales Leadership
- Sales management
- Partnership Development
- Business Leadership
Generaleducation
- Cochise College, 01/12/09, 12/12/12, Sierra Vista, Arizona, Program Management/ Contracting Acquisitions
- Central Texas College, 09/01/03, 05/30/04, Killeen, Texas, General
Timeline
Owner
Versatile Technology Solutions
01.2021 - 08.2024
Field Sales Engineer/West Region Technical Program Manager
Promethean
02.2016 - 02.2021
Configuration Management Analyst
Semper Valens
01.2016 - 11.2016
System Engineer
GEEKS AND NERDS (GAN)
06.2013 - 09.2015
BEI/FEI Project Manager
SCIENCE APPLICATION INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION (SAIC)
09.2011 - 10.2013
Project Manager
SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION (SAIC)
07.2009 - 09.2011
Army Basic Instructors Course (ABIC)
Counter Radio Controlled Improvised Explosive Training Certified (CREW)
Crew Company Specialist Certified (CCS)
Electronic Warfare Leaders Course Certified
Program Management/ Contracting Acquisitions
Cochise College
General
Central Texas College
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