Zane Jacobsen
mequon
Summary
Results-driven sales professional with proven entrepreneurial success and 2+ years of customer-facing experience. Founded and operated J&M Lights, generating consistent revenue through strategic marketing and exceptional service delivery. Consistently exceeded sales targets by 20-30% across multiple roles, demonstrating expertise in lead generation, relationship building, and consultative selling. Adept at adapting to new challenges and turning opportunities into measurable business results.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Representative
Ascend Enterprises
Indianapolis
08.2025 - Current
- Exceeded monthly appointment-setting targets by 25% through strategic prospecting and relationship building
- Generated $50K+ in new business revenue within first 90 days through consultative selling approach
- Implemented CRM tracking system that improved lead conversion rates by 30%
Owner/Operator
Rudolphs Lighting (J&M Lights)
Racine
10.2024 - Current
- Founded and scaled Christmas light installation business, achieving 150% revenue growth year-over-year
- Built customer base of 50+ residential and commercial clients through targeted social media marketing
- Managed all aspects of operations including sales, scheduling, installation, and customer service
- Generated $75K+ in revenue during first season while maintaining 95% customer satisfaction rating
Bartender
Il Cervo
Milwaukee
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Increased average transaction value by 15% through upselling techniques and product recommendations
- Maintained 98% customer satisfaction score while serving 200+ customers per shift
- Trained 3 new staff members on customer service protocols and POS systems
Sales Representative
Tundraland
Waukesha
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Consistently ranked among top 3 appointment setters out of 15-person team
- Achieved 120% of sales quota through neighborhood canvassing and event marketing
- Generated 200+ qualified leads monthly through strategic outreach at large-scale events
- Closed first-day sale and maintained 85% conversion rate throughout tenure
Customer Support
Mendocino Farms
Costa Mesa
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Increased average order value by 12% through personalized menu recommendations
- Maintained 4.8/5 customer satisfaction rating while serving 150+ customers daily
- Resolved customer concerns efficiently, achieving 95% first-contact resolution rate
Cold Side Cook
North Shore Country Club
Menomonee Falls
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Prepared 100+ high-quality dishes per shift in fast-paced kitchen environment
- Reduced food waste by 20% through efficient prep and inventory management
- Collaborated with team to serve 300+ guests during peak events
Host/Server
Foxtown Brewing
Mequon
12.2020 - 04.2022
- Managed seating for 150+ guests per shift, optimizing table turnover by 25%
- Coordinated with kitchen and serving staff to ensure 95% order accuracy
- Contributed to 20% increase in repeat customers through exceptional service
Education
High School Diploma -
Homestead High School
Mequon, WI06.2022
Skills
- Lead Generation
- Consultative Selling
- Relationship Building
- Territory Management
- CRM Systems
- Cold Calling
- Appointment Setting
- Negotiation
- Closing Techniques
- Client Relations
- Problem Resolution
- Upselling
- Customer Retention
- Service Recovery
- Google Workspace
- Social Media Marketing
- Basic CRM
- POS Systems
- Business Planning
- Marketing Strategy
- Operations Management
- Team Leadership
Accomplishments
- Generated $75K+ in first year of business ownership while maintaining full-time employment
- Consistently exceeded sales targets by 20-30% across multiple positions
- Built customer base from 0 to 50+ clients in 3 months through social media marketing
- Achieved 95% customer satisfaction rating across all roles
Skills
Lead Generation, Consultative Selling, Relationship Building, Territory Management, CRM Systems, Cold Calling, Appointment Setting, Negotiation, Closing Techniques, Client Relations, Problem Resolution, Upselling, Customer Retention, Service Recovery, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Social Media Marketing, Basic CRM, POS Systems, Business Planning, Marketing Strategy, Operations Management, Financial Tracking, Team Leadership
Timeline
Sales Representative
Ascend Enterprises
08.2025 - Current
Bartender
Il Cervo
03.2025 - 07.2025
Owner/Operator
Rudolphs Lighting (J&M Lights)
10.2024 - Current
Sales Representative
Tundraland
06.2023 - 08.2024
Customer Support
Mendocino Farms
04.2023 - 06.2023
Cold Side Cook
North Shore Country Club
04.2022 - 07.2022
Host/Server
Foxtown Brewing
12.2020 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Homestead High School