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Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

St Paul, Minnesota, United States

As the owner and Co-Founder of Founders, a veteran-owned cigar brand, I successfully develop and execute business strategies to drive growth while building a vibrant community around cigars. With a mission to foster connection and community, our brand, #thecommunitycigar, became known for its ability to bring people together. Leading a dedicated team, I.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

• As a Business Consultant, I am responsible for spearheading business development and sales channel strategies to drive growth and success for a diverse clientele. With a keen focus on strategic planning and execution.
• Develop and execute comprehensive business development plans tailored to individual client needs, ensuring alignment with their objectives and market trends.
• Collaborate closely with clients to analyze their existing business models, identify growth opportunities, and design strategies that optimize revenue generation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of sales and business development plans, fostering a cohesive and goal-oriented work environment.Achievements:
• Successfully devised and executed sales strategies for 11 diverse clients, spanning industries such as firearms manufacturing, holster manufacturer, coffee brand, and emergency notification software.
• Successfully devised and executed dealer sales programs for multiple clients, resulting in a substantial boost in sales volume and brand recognition.

Minneapolis-St. Paul IAP ARS, MN

• As a Security Forces (Military Police) Technical Sergeant, I am responsible for protecting people, property, and resources of the United States Air Force. My basic duties are to lead, supervise and perform force.
• Deployed to Al Jaber Air Base, Kuwait in support of Operation Inherent Resolve and Operation Freedom Sentinel (July 2015-January 2016)
• Awarded Air Force Achievement Medal (2015)
• Rank E-4 through E-6
• Various service medals and military training certificates

Vadnais Heights, MN

• While serving as the company's General Manager and Director of Sales & Marketing, I was responsible for shaping and executing the organization’s strategic course. As a vital part of the executive leadership group, I.
• Responsible for the business operations, production, inventory, financials, and systems infrastructure growth.
• Implemented and managed the company’s manufacturing and inventory management, accounting, and customer relationship management systems that boosted operational and sales efficiencies.
• Developed a sales program that simplified the sales channel, increased the conversion rate, and generated sales faster.Achievements:
• Doubled revenue in 3 years in a down market and increased the company’s net profit
• Led multiple “go-to-market” strategies for new product lines that contributed to new revenue growth

Sibley, Iowa

• As a Senior Account Executive for an Iowa based firearms and ammunition manufacturer and dealer, I was responsible for developing and driving sales in the Upper-Midwest territory.Key Responsibilities:
• Responsible for lead generation, key and national account development, management and sales program pricing, and profit and loss accountability
• Contributed to strategic market planning, business development, sales forecasting, marketing material generation and product pricingAchievements:
• Established partnership with iconic industry brand Black Rifle Coffee Company
• Drove dealer sales growth by 150% by developing sales program packages that attracted new dealer accounts

Burnsville, MN

• In this role, I led and managed a team of 20+ Technical Development Specialists, Technical Trainers, and Training Coordinators. My team provided operations and logistics for the delivery of comprehensive education.
• Successfully managed the business unit’s annual operating budget of $2M+ which was integral to the department maintaining an 85% profit margin, month over month, for 4+ years
• Key influencer in the development and management of 10 different certification courses delivered around the world in 14 languagesAchievements:
• Contributed to the business unit’s revenue growth (>$1M to $6M+) and increased workforce (5 employees to 50 employees)
• Managed the company’s training and certification program for Axis Communications resulting in $500k in new revenue growth

Mcchord AFB, Tacoma, WA

• In this role, I led and managed a specially trained security team for air missions transiting high-risk terrorist and criminal threat areas throughout the world. We provided close-in security for multi-million-dollar.
• Graduated from Security Forces Police Academy and the elite Phoenix Raven Qualification Program
• Deployed to various locations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom and the Global War on Terrorism
• Rank E-1 through E-4
• Various service medals and military training certificates
• Honorable Discharge

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Security Management, Concentration In Information Security

Associate Of Arts And Sciences (A.A.S.), Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration

Undergraduate Course Work, Business Administration And Management, General

Undergraduate Course Work, Business/Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration