Account Representative
Chicago, Il
• Account management - oversaw projects/ installations, preparing quotes for new services, gave online capabilities presentations for potential new accounts.• Lead follow up - with long lead times 1+ years typical, organization of large lead pool and follow up is key. Coordinated with head of sales.• Strategize for new business – find projects through targeted cold calling and revitalizing long-deferred jobs. Started by executing a rough script on the phone which evolved into basic copy writing for E-mail follow ups, evolved talking points to mirror sales direction and focus (transitioned from selling signs to being consultants for retail environments)• Responsible for 12-19 targeted customer information mailings per year.• Trade Shows– Packed, built and staffed the extensive, interactive booth. Met clients in person, focused the team on important points for strategy and follow up. Known as “Dancin’ Dan”• Software Experience - Salesforce Classic, Microsoft Navision, Google Maps (Used for additional business/ visits on trips by head of sales) Word, Excel, PowerPoint.