VOLKAN KARAALIOGLU
Miami,USA
Summary
High-impact sales executive with 20+ years of experience scaling revenue operations and leading high-performing sales teams across the U.S., LATAM, Europe, and the Middle East. Demonstrated success in building global client acquisition strategies for immigration and professional services firms, developing top-performing closers, and implementing Salesforce-driven systems that significantly increase consultation-to-retainer conversions. Known for opening new international markets, driving sustained revenue growth, and positioning organizations as leaders in highly competitive, high-value service sectors.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President / Chief Sales Officer - Global Business Development
HAYMAN WOODWARD GLOBAL MOBILITY SERVICES
, USA
01.2018 - 12.2025
- Achieved over $20 million in annual sales by building and leading global sales team.
- Developed country-specific market entry strategies for immigration services, driving 28% revenue growth.
- Recruited, trained, and coached 15 sales managers across global markets.
- Implemented KPI dashboards and performance reviews using Salesforce to enhance reporting accuracy.
- Collaborated with CEO on global expansion initiatives to capture new markets.
- Increased lead qualification accuracy, boosting consultation-to-retainer conversion rates.
- Established strategic partnerships and referral agreements to enhance quality lead flow.
- Coordinated compliance efforts with attorneys to meet regulatory laws.
Account Manager - Digital Media (Enterprise Accounts)
UNIVERSAL MCCANN (UM) MEDIA AGENCY
, Spain
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Senior Account Manager leading regional digital marketing strategy and operations across Southern Europe and the Balkans.
- Developing cross-channel brand strategies and delivering measurable business growth through innovative media solutions.
- Managing multi-market budgets and partner performance across nine countries.
- Delivering data-driven insights that optimized ROI, audience engagement, and executive decision-making.
- Spain
Country Brand Manager - International Expansion
UNO DE 50
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Brand Manager and Strategic Growth Advisor recognized for launching and positioning premium brand in new markets through innovative retail strategies and partnership-driven growth.
- Spain & Türkiye
Business Development Consultant
UNO DE 50
, Spain
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Consultant for public institutions and corporate clients including KPMG, Shell, Telefonica, Santander, and Airbus Defense & Space.
- Advised on international business development, communication, and cross-border relations.
- Managed confidential projects for Spanish government agencies related to security, mobility, and immigration policy.
- Spain
Brand Country Manager - International Expansion
TOUS
, Brazil
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Brand Manager leading TOUS's market entry and sponsorship strategy in Brazil, establishing nationwide retail partnerships and driving growth in brand equity and market positioning.
- KM FLORIANÓPOLIS, Brazil
Country Manager
EVITA PERONI
, Turkey
01.2004 - 01.2010
- Delivered sustained profitability by managing retail operations, market expansion, and complex brand partnership negotiation.
- Turkey
Education
MBA - International Business
Florida Metropolitan University
Masters - Sports Management
European University
Licentiate - Digital Communication & Multimedia
EAE Business School
BA - English Language & Literature
Bilkent University
Skills
- Value-based closing techniques
- High-ticket sales strategies
- Sales leadership and coaching
- Team development
- Executive negotiation skills
- Revenue growth strategies
- CRM optimization
- Performance metrics analysis
- Pipeline automation
- Global market expansion
Languages
- Turkish, Native
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Fluent
Timeline
Vice President / Chief Sales Officer - Global Business Development
HAYMAN WOODWARD GLOBAL MOBILITY SERVICES
01.2018 - 12.2025
Account Manager - Digital Media (Enterprise Accounts)
UNIVERSAL MCCANN (UM) MEDIA AGENCY
01.2016 - 01.2017
Country Brand Manager - International Expansion
UNO DE 50
01.2012 - 01.2015
Business Development Consultant
UNO DE 50
01.2012 - 01.2015
Brand Country Manager - International Expansion
TOUS
01.2012 - 01.2013
Country Manager
EVITA PERONI
01.2004 - 01.2010
MBA - International Business
Florida Metropolitan University
Masters - Sports Management
European University
Licentiate - Digital Communication & Multimedia
EAE Business School
BA - English Language & Literature
Bilkent University