As Product Support Sales Representative I am responsible for demonstrating, servicing and maintaining an effective distribution support network for the Cimline and DuraPatcher equipment line. I work directly with end-users on sales calls and with potential contractor/municipal clients and distribution sales personnel. I am especially excited to be tasked with training distributors and end users in the effective operation and servicing of Cimline and DuraPatcher product lines and equipment. I am working with one of the most dedicated sales teams in the United States. The director of sales at Cimline is one of the most dynamic individuals I have yet worked with and is a constant inspiration for me to dedicate my energy to seeing this team be the absolute best in the industry. Every day I get to collaborate with the sales and marketing teams at Cimline and actively participate in the creation of new graphics, images, video content and training tools. My position at Cimline will allow my diverse talents and experiences to be put to use to help promote and project this company into a new generation of innovation in pavement maintenance. I am excited to be a part of a team of professionals who are creating “next-level” equipment, processes, products and educational opportunities to our partners in the pavement maintenance industry.

As General Manager for this young company I am helping to develop a rock solid foundation for the business. I am working in all aspects of the operation from business management, human resources, financial management and budgeting to pavement maintenance production and training in the field regarding all aspects of asphalt maintenance and repairs. Secondary responsibilities are for business development in marketing, website development, sales and relationship building.

Sales and marketing for Star Seal of Minnesota are my primary job functions, but helping our many customers prosper is one of my highest priorities. I get to couple my extensive experience in graphics design, marketing, sales and promotion with my expert and in-depth knowledge of the pavement protection and sealcoating industry.Mt passion is to teach sealcoating technology to applicators and industry professionals as well as property managers and public entities who purchase these materials. I have also successfully educated many professionals with sales and marketing techniques that help companies build successful business relationships and grow their company to be market leaders. I am as comfortable in front of 70 people as I am with 2 people when making presentations. I enjoy accompanying our clients on sales calls to add expert advice and support to their sales efforts and am eager to help in any way I can.My diverse background in all types of business and the extensive knowledge I gained working at the corporate offices of STAR, Inc. have given me a unique ability to support one of the largest manufacturing facilities in the STAR Membership. I have bent this diverse knowledge into providing fresh and relevant ideas and support to the many customers who are loyal to our brand and our business here in Minnesota and the surrounding market area.It is my goal to see that ALL business in our market area have the knowledge to be their absolute best at sealcoating with access to the most recent technology, marketing, application techniques, and product knowledge available today. It is our goal to first be trusted by the people who go home dirty with sealcoating under their fingernails, then after we have proven worthy, to earn their business with quality, service, delivery and integrity in all that we do.My job description is to ensure that all of the above is real and relevant and our customers are prospering in all that they do.

Marketing development utilizing print media, video (YouTube), direct mailing, national trade publications, web development, app development and trade show presence. Business development involves sales activity communications, cold calling, referral based business lead generation, contract development, direct negotiations, travel for presentations and face-to-face relationship development and anything that might solidify a business relationship.

Developed new business from existing clients, new business from suspects and prospects, marketing, relationship building, sales presentations, educating customers as well as prospects, developed successful marketing and promotion for clients with printed media and graphics designs. Was responsible for nearly doubling the size of the business.

As an Owner/General Manager/Sales Manager developed the business from a small local instant printing store to a medium size commercial printer. Worked in all aspects of the operation from business management, financial management and budgeting to production in the press room and graphics departments to finishing and delivery. Primary responsibility was for business development in sales and relationship building.

High paced, high stress environment where I was the liaison between the line cooks and the wait staff. Worked closely with management to ensure highest food quality, accurately delivered, on time and in complete orders. Responsible for department cleanliness as the front of house was able to see the area the Expediters work area. Was promoted to only the highest volume shifts where the pace of the work flow was critical to the smooth operation of the restaurant. Acted as in store trainer for all new staff to understand and recognize the large menu offered by this restaurant. Responsible for inventory and stock of all materials related to the job task. Received many awards and rewards from Management while employed.