Account Manager well-versed in acquiring and retaining top accounts. Areas of emphasis includeterritory development, operations management and global solutions.Write, proofed and edit sales proposals and correspondence.Addressed customer questions and concerns regarding products, prices and availability.Determined the cost and pricing of proposals and bids.Worked closely with company executives to identify new business opportunities, securing new product lines with existing customers and expanding our customer baseCORE QUALIFICATIONSProspecting and cold calling Strong communicatorStrategic account development Upselling and consultative sellingSkilled in MS Office Relationship selling Exceptional customer service skillsProduct training and placement Work flow planning Process improvementSystems implementation

Created Classes based in the theatre arts for children ages 5-18Taught in rural school districts under a grant in the theatre arts, Grades 2-4Directed theatrical productions

Grew customer base from 30 accounts to 60 accounts in 1 year.Collaborated with other account managers to prepare and deliver performance updates and quarterly business reviews.Ranked in top 5% of sales representatives out of 100 representatives in the state of Louisiana region.Worked with clients on creating targeted advertising campaigns through programming on cable television.