WADE WHITACRE
JCL Solutions
Estherville
1
Certification
18
years of professional experience
Results-oriented Sales Management Professional with extensive experience driving revenue growth and optimizing team performance. Skilled in leveraging industry knowledge to foster employee development and achieve organizational goals. Dedicated to creating collaborative environments that empower teams to excel and deliver impactful results.
Work History
Sales Representative
- Performed door-to-door sales
- Set clear product expectations to enhance customer understanding and satisfaction
- Ranked as the highest sales representative in 2014 and 2015, focusing on increasing sales and customer loyalty.
Golf Course Superintendant
8 Months- Oversaw outside maintenance operations for facility, ensuring high standards of upkeep
- Trained and supervised crew of 6, enhancing team effectiveness in maintenance tasks
- Maintained optimal playing conditions for customers, enhancing their overall experience throughout the season
- Kept equipment serviced and in working order
- Budgeting and chemical applications as well
Plumber/ Pipefitter
2 Years 3 Months- Assisted experienced plumbers with installations and repairs in residential settings.
- Installed plumbing systems in newly constructed homes, ensuring functionality and compliance with standards
- Executed complete installation of water, drain/waste, and gas piping in new homes, facilitating efficient system operations
- Adhered to city codes in all plumbing tasks, contributing to safety and regulatory compliance
Sales Manager
3 Years 2 MonthsOversaw scheduling, routing, and accountability to ensure team met monthly sales quotas.
Developed strategic sales plans to drive revenue growth and market expansion.
Trained and mentored junior sales staff, enhancing team performance and product knowledge.
Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities and adjust sales strategies accordingly.
Territory Sales Representative
6 Years 7 Months- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key accounts to drive sales growth.
- Presented product demonstrations and solutions tailored to client requirements.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create effective promotional strategies for territory.
- Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities and customer needs.
Education
Associates of Arts degree - AA Degree
Certificate - Turf Care Specialist
High School Diploma
Skills
Customer service
Client engagement
Sales expertise
Product and service knowledge
Sales presentations
Sales techniques
Relationship management
Interpersonal communication skills
Accomplishments
- Tru Green Lawn, Ranked #1 in midwest for 2013-2015.
- JCL solutions, Grew my territory from $500k in revenue when i took over to over 1 million dollar territory currently
- JCL Solutions, Managed 20+ accounts per month.
Certification
- Turf Certificate for Golf course superintendent
Languages
English
Interests
DIY and Home Improvement
Participate in Golf and Softball
as recreational activities to maintain physical fitness.
Running
Auto Repair/Restoration
Reading
Outdoor Recreation (Golf)
Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration.
Playing Sports
Volunteering with youth sports programs as a (coach)
Gym Workouts
Timeline
Territory Sales Representative
JCL Solutions
01.2020 - CurrentRead More
Sales Manager
DTV PROS
01.2015 - 03.2018Read More
Plumber/ Pipefitter
Frisbee plumbing
10.2008 - 01.2011Read More
Golf Course Superintendant
Woodlyn Hills golf course
02.2008 - 10.2008Read More
Estherville Lincoln Central
High School Diploma
Read More
Iowa Lakes Community College
Certificate from Turf Care Specialist
Read More
Sales Representative
Tru Green
Read More
Iowa Lakes Community College
Associates of Arts degree from AA Degree
Read More
RELATED COURSEWORK
- Successfully managed day-to-day operations of a high end public golf course including supervising Spanish speaking crew of 18-20.
- In charge of applying chemical applications to all areas of golf courses for many different diseases, and for preventative treatment
- Have acquired basic knowledge in irrigation repairs and troubleshooting
- Involved in two winter over seeding processes in Arizona
- Converted irrigation from hydraulic to automatic on a complete driving range
- Am becoming more experienced with pump stations along with sulfur burners to control salt levels
- Knowledge of most all golf course mower equipment, and how to adjust mower cutting heights, as well as efficient mower maintenance
- Managed a small crew of 6 people through the daily operations on a 18 hole public golf facility
- Was in charge of setting up the 18 hole facility in a manner that suited the general public, including setting up favorable playing conditions on mowing heights.
- Hosted a few successful golf tournaments at the 18 hole facility
- Obtained door to door sales experience selling lawn care
- Leading sales rep for tru green in 2014 and 2015 selling over $250,000 in revenue each year
- People person oriented with great customer service and quick responsiveness