Curt Armstrong Email & Phone Number

Central PA

• Managed a first responder sales territory in Pennsylvania and Maryland, overseeing four channel partners and 1,700 fire departments across 65 counties, generating $15-$20 million in annual revenue for MSA.
• Led the top-performing fire service channel partner for four consecutive years.
• Selected for presentation to the US Air Force resulting in a $70 million contract win.
• Built and maintained strong relationships with fire departments, channel partners, and key stakeholders.
• Partnered with team members and channel partners to deliver product presentations, sales training, and new product launches.
• Showcased proficiency with multiple CRM systems and reported on trends, market conditions, competitive activity, and sales pipeline.

Greater Pittsburgh Area

• Oversaw sales and product support for a $100 million product group at MSA.
• Created and implemented programs and promotions to surpass MSA's profit targets and drive sales growth.
• Responsible for communication with internal and external customers.
• Analyzed and contributed to the annual sales forecast.
• Optimized gross margin performance through strategic pricing and increased MSA’s win probability.

Greater Pittsburgh Area

• Supervised 140 enlisted personnel and acted as the primary point of contact for the squadron commander.
• Created efficient communication channels to keep enlisted personnel informed about the commander’s policies, goals, and objectives.
• Addressed and resolved personnel issues impacting our mission readiness.
• Advised the commander on squadron personnel matters including health, morale, discipline, career progression, recognition, and professional development.
• Embraced the first sergeant leadership concept "People First, Mission Always".

Greater Pittsburgh Area

• Managed firefighting and medical emergency responses to safeguard life and property.
• Implemented and integrated strategies into an incident management system.
• Made strategic decisions regarding firefighting techniques and methods.
• Ensured the safe and effective operation of fire equipment and apparatus.

Bachelor Of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Industrial And Product Design

Associate Of Science (A.S.), Fire Science/Fire-Fighting