Bret Whitnah Email & Phone Number

Minneapolis, Mn

• Support national sales force to increase market share regionally• Develop and manage strategic sales initiatives for each account that maximize the Katadyn Group product portfolio • Collaborate with internal teams and outside vendors to develop products, programs and promotions that exceed account & consumer expectations• Communicate national and international inventory production needs based on sales forecasts and marketing trends• Operational project management across company-wide departments through acquisitions & brand transitions

Minneapolis, Mn

• Coordinated marketing promotions to grow sales and increase brand recognition through strategic planning, sponsorships, donations, product videos and catalog production, pro deals and online • Supported the national sales team by creating and distributing sales reports, market research, and merchandising tools• Assisted product development by conducting research studies, QA testing, packaging design, and technical user manual writing • Created and implemented customer service strategies for retail, wholesale and distribution channels to enhance efficiency and productivity • Promoted Katadyn through national tradeshows, trainings and clinics

Eagan, Mn

• Assessed the needs of homeowners, architects, designers and contractors to supply calculated building materials and high-quality customer service• Coordinated product availability to wholesale and retail accounts• Promoted products through customer training demonstrations• Continually developed skills and product knowledge

Bloomington, Mn

• Increased brand recognition by representing REI at national and community-based events • Researched product and industry trends in cycling, climbing, paddling, camping, clothing and footwear that resulted in effective recommendations and educated solutions• Generated revenue by collaborating with management, visual and merchandising teams to improve floor layout, signage, and displays

St. Paul, Mn

• Consulted with clients throughout the process of buying and selling property• Researched metro housing market to best service clients• Negotiated contracts to represent clients requests • Promoted business through extensive client prospecting and networking• Top Rookie Award recipient for highest net sales and production