Corey Hoff Email & Phone Number

United States

Nürnberg, Bayern, De

President United States & Canada for STAEDTLER. Leading business growth in Consumer Products.

El Paso, Texas, Us

As Chief Revenue Officer, leading global sales and marketing team, creating vision and go-to-market Amazon, retail, eCommerce, and B2B strategy for the leading metal detection, underground locating and security solution.

Lake Zurich, Illinois, Us

Former Vice President of Sales, led global business and sales, provided executive oversight and development for a tens of millions of dollars, managed a team of six National Account and Channel Marketing Managers for the multi-billion dollar CPG, consumer goods company. Bringing seasoned leadership across functional business areas, I drive revenue growth with a focus on sales execution and operational efficiency. My responsibilities encompass maintaining and growing our existing business and driving new sales opportunities through innovative strategies that enhance strategic relations in North America and the global marketplace.Comprehensive areas of focus include Strategic Planning, Staff Management, Account/Channel Management, KPIs, Process Improvements, GTM Strategies, Lead Generation, Client Relations, Profit Building, and International Business.Representative top tier accounts: Walgreens, CVS, Home Shopping Network, Meijer, Old Navy, Barnes & Noble, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and Lowes.Representative Accomplishments:» » Led a complete transformation of Account Management function — restructuring the team for optimal effectiveness, implementing improved methodologies — resulting in the establishment of the group as key contributors to ACCO’s business growth» » Provided successful turnaround strategies — increasing sale revenue 3% in one year » » Drove new business with top customers — including multi-millions from Kroger, Walgreens and Meijer; and multi-million contract with Dollar General» » Recognized as key executive team member — selected by ACCO’s President as a member of the elite Employee Advisory Council__________ACCO Brands is one of the world's largest designers, marketers, and manufacturers of branded academic, consumer and business products.

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VP Sales, North America dual responsibilities as General Manager and Sales Executive, with NA P&L ownership. Directed a multi-functional team of nine Account Managers and Directors across sales, customer service, marketing, operations, finance, human resources, onsite manufacturing and distribution.Comprehensive areas of focus include Strategic Planning, New Business Development, P&L, Budgets and Forecasting, Reporting, Presentations, Account/Channel Management, Proposal Development, and Revenue Growth strategies.During my tenure as VP, I led innovative initiatives in support of enhanced revenue growth and presented monthly reports and quarterly business reviews to our C-level team. Managed top tier accounts: Staples, Office Depot, Walmart, 3M, Home Shopping Network, Joann Fabrics, Michaels, and Hobby Lobby.Leader of the Esselte M&A transition team —ensuring successful transition, integration, and people management through Esselte’s acquisition by ACCO Brands.Representative Accomplishments:» » Executed successful sales and revenue growth initiatives —implementing sales strategies for top accounts and leading to significant profitability improvement, a 9% revenue increase across top 10 accounts, and 15% topline sales increase» » Developed and managed a highly effective Amazon team — growing Amazon 45% (2016)» » Delivered revenue growth across top accounts — including Home Shopping Network by 33% (2015) and 35% (2016) __________Private equity owned, Esselte has a long history of developing innovative solutions to simplify and help to organize modern work- selling products and services in 144 countries around the world. In February 2017, Esselte was acquired by ACCO Brands.

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Selected as the Director of Sales for North America, I held responsibility for B2B and Retail account management, directing a team of three National Account Managers, a Customer Service department, and 40+ independent field sales professionals.As a key member of the North American leadership team, I led strategic initiatives and served as a change agent —providing direction and guidance during a critical transition period, while maintaining an intent focus on the establishment and achievement of sales goals and company priorities. I delivered scalable strategies for revenue growth and developed key business relationships to support both short and long term goals. Drawing from a depth of experience across diverse business areas, I played an instrumental role in promoting stability while also creating a stand-alone entity in Scottsdale.Representative Accomplishments:» » Led comprehensive efforts in a successful business launch as part of a carve-out — including Team Development, Distribution Center Buildout and Management, Operations Management, and Customer Service Management» » Provided strategic leadership in new business development — launching a new brand in the U.S. and resulting in more than $2M in first-year sales

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From 2013-2014, I brought impactful sales leadership across Esselte’s North American Retail and B2B businesses. Building a strong team through targeted recruitment and training, I led the initiation, development, and execution of business plans — exceeding sales and margin goals. Strategic relationship management was a key part of my business development strategy. I led the ongoing growth and maintenance of an extensive network of contacts/clients through lead generation, cold calling, marketing, and advertising. » » Led transformational strategies during a time of intense industry competition — credited with generating critical revenue growth

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As Sales & Product Manager for our global product portfolio, I provided cross-functional leadership in large-scale initiatives — managing the product portfolio lifecycle from conception to commercialization.A consistent revenue driver, I delivered and executed on strategy while being responsible for the development and implementation of short- and long-term plans, budgets, and projections. Areas of focus include Portfolio Management, Team Leadership, Internal & External Strategic Relationship Management, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Presentations, and Brand Management activities including Advertising & Marketing. Representative Accomplishments:» » Delivered on highly effective strategies for revenue growth — driving 90% of commercial and private label product line revenue and securing 40% of overall U.S. revenue» » Led as a key client relationship management executive — strengthening high-profile alliances with industry leaders such as 3M, Grainger, and Varitronics, A Brady Company

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Stratosphere Sports was a sport agency primarily representing basketball players.As Director of Operations and Marketing Manager, I played a pivotal role in recruiting clients, negotiating contracts, and planning on-court training for our athletes. I developed and implemented cutting-edge marketing strategies to identify and sign qualified athletes, and forged valuable relationships with players, coaches and scouts. My work with our athletes involved managing their business and personal affairs, securing endorsements, coordinating public appearances, and scheduling and facilitating their daily off-season training sessions.I also exercised financial oversight, managing $1M+ in budget allocation and tracking for the company and individual clients, and administrative oversight in coordinating the Richard Jefferson/Luke Walton Summer Youth Camp (hosting 500+ kids) and all aspects of the U.S. recruiting camp for Wonju TG Sambo, Korean Basketball League champions. This job helped solidify my relationship-building skills as I formed strategic partnerships with The National Basketball Association, Nike, Sports Illustrated, Rolling Stone, Esquire and New York Magazine, priming me for subsequent roles in which relationship building has been key to my success.