Position eliminated due to organizational restructuring. Recruited by senior management from within ASH organization for this role. Performed a duel role by maintaining responsibility for Meyer Products and Aebi in 2018.The Business Development Manger position was a key stake holder position assisting the development of the Aebi product portfolio. I worked with the entire ASH organization in the USA and Burgdorf Switzerland to meet the short term and long term goals set forth by management. The goal was to strengthen the brand in this market by utilizing my industry experience and personal traits such as clear communications, leadership, team building and multi-task skills to work with a diverse group of people both internal and external to achieve success.

The position is to increase sales and market share for all Meyer Products. This is accomplished by driving business through a channel of distributors and dealers in 8 states. Also responsible for developing new customers and manage existing customers to increase share of wallet. Dealer development, forecasting, market analysis, team building and multi-tasking are key skill sets needed to succeed. Recruited by senior management to become the Business Development Manager for the Aebi brand of steep slope maintenance equipment.

Connect Marketing Services is organized around the idea of leveraging our knowledge and experience to support the needs of our clients. We help identify and add the pieces you need to "connect" your product with customers.I am a sales consultant for the North East region of the country and represent a number of lines represented by Connect Marketing Services in the region. I work in partnership with distributors to market our high quality brands to dealers within their territory. Services offered to Lawn and Garden Distributors, Hardware Stores and Independent reps included Business Planning, Problem Solving, Field Sales Training, Trade Show Support, OEM Sales and Strategic Planning.

Regional Sales Manager - Position EliminatedResponsible for sales activity for this multi-site, 5 brand and high volume manufacturer. Controlled the sales within a region that represented over 50% of divisional volume and was business partner to 9 distributors and 47 territory managers. Drafted business plans to measure specific goals that tied to corporate targets. Managed monthly forecasting for all brands for each customer, controled budgets, ensured all programs and policies were followed and resolved customer issues.

Led the commercial sales and marketing team for this multi-site, custom manufacturer of specialty vehicles. Support four offices that market specialized equipment to clients to meet their transportation needs. • Developed sales forecast for 22% growth in 2011 to maximize marketing plans. Exceeded sales goal by 3% and gross profit goal by 4%• Led a direct sales team of three and was key contact for 8 sales reps in satellite sales locations.• Launched a program in 2010 to set up 3 new dealers on the east coast. These new dealers accounted for 16% of sales growth in 2011. • Key member of management team that launched Salesforce as our CRM system in 2011.• Established a forecasting model to enhance the sales team and aid production scheduling. Improved cash flow by reducing on hand inventory and reduced lead times for orders by 30%.• Created a sales presentation to promote features and influence technical specifications for bids.• Designed a scaled drawing of floor plans that reduced design errors and improved profitability.• Wrote a pricing program to establish consistent price quotes and increased GP by 4 points.

Directed sales and marketing organization for this multi-site, high volume manufacturer. Controlled the sales within the Distribution Division for all domestic and international customers and four direct response business groups in Russia, Finland, Norway and Canada, managing a $3M+ sales and marketing budget. Provided unit forecasting monthly. Led a sales team of 7, consisting of 4 domestic sales representatives, 1 European sales representative and 2 inside support staff.