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Professional SummarySeasoned sales management professional with a successful career spanning B2B and B2C sectors in retail and technology industries. Expertise in driving sales growth through strategic prospecting, forecasting, margin improvement, and expense control. Adept at remote work, with 80% of career conducted from corporate offices. Passionate about skill development and fostering team excellence.Key Achievements and SkillsReceived premier sales training from ADP, recognized among Fortune 500 companies. Achieved multiple President's Club awards and a Board of Director's honor for top performance. Successfully managed major national accounts including B2B – H&R Block, along with hospitality, medical, manufacturing and automotive verticals. B2C accounts include Walmart (US, Canada & Mexico), Sam's Club, Costco, and Staples. Developed expertise in product sourcing, both brand and private label development, international team management, and introduced new AI products to industry. Consistently exceeded quotas by working effectively across organizational levels. Proficient in Omni-Channel marketing and third-party relationship management, including partnerships with Intel, Microsoft, Google, Bay Cities, Advantage, Acosta, and McLane.ApproachMaintains personal involvement in sales projects, leading calls and initiatives. Skilled in resolving challenges in accounting, logistics, demand planning, and display management. Committed to embracing new trends and technologies and developing high-performing teams globally. This approach has resulted in surpassing expectations and quotas across numerous retail departments and organizations.

Listed skills include Leadership, Sales, Sales Management, Retail, and 18 others.

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  Kansas State University

  Business