I have executive-level sales management experience operating in multi-national and multi-cultural environments. Strong expertise in selling to the marine electronics industry, technology firms, governmental, insurance, health care and non-profit organizations. I am successful in developing relationships and leveraging existing relationships into new business opportunities. I am highly effective at setting, managing, and achieving company goals.Throughout my career, I have collaborated with high tech marine firms to introduce new products into new and emerging markets. Including the licensing of a propriety GIS dB which I hired and developed an organization to develop. I have partnered with many prominent OEMs in chip royalty relationships and participated in the creation a subscription-based company that created an IOS / Google application for the outdoor industry.To achieve company goals, I enjoy meeting new or potential clients in person at their location or while attending tradeshows. I enjoy traveling to new and existing locations to develop positive rapport and support our business objectives. While not meeting in person, I develop sales forecasts, research competitive trends, and collaborate with team members. I am a continuous lifelong learner and world traveler. Saltwater big game fisherman, classic car enthusiast, internationally trained Tai Chi practitioner, yoga practitioner, hiker, and kayaker. Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B) and Local Volunteer Firefighter. Baseball and hockey fan. I can be reached at dirks@bajadirections.com or www.bajadirections.com.