David Hetrick Email & Phone Number

Nashville, TN, US

Atlanta, Georgia, US

LVE Audio Group is a collection of pro audio industry executives who provide consulting services in sales management, go to market strategies, product development and talent acquisition. In addition to ongoing management services, LVE specializes in 'dressing up' companies for sale, structuring valuations and connecting them to private equity firms.

San Francisco, US

Berlin, DE

• Directed all facets of daily operations, including sales, marketing, and financial management for a US subsidiary of a Berlin-based, premium studio monitor manufacturer. Maintained working knowledge of industry trends.
• Overhauled existing strategies during restructuring process, building-out US team, creating and administering budget, and standardizing comprehensive reporting structure to Berlin HQ.
• Maintained P&L responsibility, achieving 218% growth.
• Drove topline revenue and profit growth of 40% within the first year through refining distribution channels and achieving pricing stability.
• Administered multi-level educational channel for product line through in-market events and social media content.

Heilbronn, DE

Bloomfield, Connecticut, US

Led a team of seven regional sales managers in managing national client accounts including Guitar Center, Sweetwater, Best Buy, Amazon, and Musicians Friend. Presented domestic forecasting and marketing budget. Compiled and distributed training tools and materials for the sales force. Developed marketing messaging for social media platforms, creating.

• Spearheaded operations for the US-based manufacturer of iconic yellow-coned studio monitor. Innovated strategic planning and processes to eliminate internal costs, drive brand awareness and customer retention, and.
• Turned-around business from near bankruptcy to profitability with 400% sales growth worldwide within three years of tenure; continued significant increase of brand market share with expansion of product lines in new.
• Provided consultative services through on-site delivery of brand messaging initiatives, market research, new distribution channel management, and new market development in India, Turkey, Russia, China, Hong Kong, and.

After initially being hired into the customer service department, duties and subsequent positions included Customer Service Manager, Regional Sales Manager (east), Trade Show Coordinator (never again), National Accounts Manager, National Sales Manager, custodian in charge of cleaning the upstairs bathroom, International Sales Manager and ultimately VP of.