Retired

Starting employment March 14th.

Hired as a Technical Sales Representative and promoted to Eastern Regional Sales Manager with 6 direct reports in April of 2005. Within a 14 month period I was promoted to National Sales Manager responsible for Canadian Sales with 12 direct reports. Became the National Sales Manager in September of 2006 and held that position until my departure in October of 2015. Responsible for all sales related activities, strategic planning, forecasting, quota setting, promotions, development of specific… Show more Hired as a Technical Sales Representative and promoted to Eastern Regional Sales Manager with 6 direct reports in April of 2005. Within a 14 month period I was promoted to National Sales Manager responsible for Canadian Sales with 12 direct reports. Became the National Sales Manager in September of 2006 and held that position until my departure in October of 2015. Responsible for all sales related activities, strategic planning, forecasting, quota setting, promotions, development of specific distributor programs along with the selection, coaching, motivation and evaluation of the Canadian sales team. Developed the distribution network maintaining strong relationships over my tenure which resulted in yearly double digit sales growth. Capital Safety the Global Leader in Fall Protection was acquired by 3M Safety and Graphics in August 2015. Show less

Fully responsible for managing and developing safety product sales in the Southwestern Ontario Region. Created effective communications and strong working relationships through distribution and end users.Followed through on business plans to exceed sales objectives and consistently exceeded sales targets each year. Other functions included conducting Respiratory and Fall Protection certification courses along with training on a regular basis at the distributor and end user level. Selected to… Show more Fully responsible for managing and developing safety product sales in the Southwestern Ontario Region. Created effective communications and strong working relationships through distribution and end users.Followed through on business plans to exceed sales objectives and consistently exceeded sales targets each year. Other functions included conducting Respiratory and Fall Protection certification courses along with training on a regular basis at the distributor and end user level. Selected to represent Canada on the field sales advisory committee for North America. Show less

Responsible for growing market share of products in the Eastern Canada Region. The job function included creating strong distributor relationships,training, sales presentations, trade shows,travel and adhering to sales objectives and business plans. Consistently met and exceeded sales forecasts finishing as the 3rd top sales person in North America.

Responsible for increasing a sales territory by establishing objectives and business plans. Developed and maintained customer relationships with end users growing the sales territory to $1.6 million. Requirements on a daily basis was to provide product presentations, training, manufacturer support when required, and good customer service.