Eric Lazar Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Il, Us

SURFACE IMPACT!We coined the phrase and it’s a simple concept. In essence, we take a holistic 360’ view of your space, your brand, your needs and seek to maximize the visual impact of every surface to achieve the greatest branding and monetary potential.WINNER of the International Franchise Association's '2022 Franchisee of the Year'. Awarded '3-Best Sign Shop in Chicago' (2018. 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023) 'Project of the Year' (2018 and 2021), as well as multiple awards for Customer Service Excellence (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022), Revenue Growth (2018), 'Rookie of the Year' (2016) and many other recognitions, the team at SpeedPro Chicago Loop is completely dedicated to delivering a spectacular customer journey for our clients.Our hands-on, collaborative approach is designed to accomplish one thing; an effective marketing solution! We'll survey your needs from every angle to find innovative and cost effective ways to bring your vision to life. No matter the scope or the complexity of the task at hand, we've got the tools and the talent to get the job done right. We specialize in producing an impressive variety of high-end digital imaging solutions for our business clients, to include; event graphics, trade show booths, wall murals, floor & window graphics, elevator wraps, outdoor signage, point of purchase displays, prototype boxes, vehicle wraps and much more! Whether its retail, restaurant, service, professional or nearly any other business that needs to make an impact, if you need signage, we can provide a solution!We are proud to be a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business.

Southfield, Mi, Us

Lead evangelization of holistic mobile solutions inclusive of SMS/MMS/LBS/IVR, mobile web and native application development for HelloWorld (formerly ePrize and Cellit before that). HelloWorld has experience with virtually all business verticals touting unrivaled focus and experience in retail, dining, CPG and media. Currently tasked to motivate the charge and serve as company's SME (subject matter expert) for the mobile ecosystem; providing strategic thought leadership and armed with unmatched sophisticated, elegant technology solutions for a variety of business needs. Our rich engagement platform employs a unique CRM perspective that ties promotions, loyalty, analytics, media and mobile into a singularly powerful customer communication tool. Constantly enthused by the opportunity to champion mobile on behalf of our brilliant business development and client services team, it's no wonder we've won countless awards for exceptional work, exponential growth and excellent corporate culture.

Cockeysville, Maryland, Us

Exceptionally proficient multi-tasker in an unusually autonomous position! Chicago based NSM for 6 stations, including one duopoly market; concurrently served as interim NSM, LSM & GSM for station in Cincinnati. Reg. NSM oversight of 1 Fox, 2 CW and 3 My-Net affiliates; key player managing sales aspects of network affiliation transitions. Charged to entirely rebuild national sales departments in all assigned markets, immediately drove revenue to new highs; nearly $16m combined budget responsibility. Unparalleled visibility with senior Chicago agency personnel; leveraged to find great success with high profile sports packages, news sponsorships, direct mail and uniquely customized viewer engagement promotions. Integral involvement in late news launch on Milwaukee’s WB in Aug 03. Experienced with inventory management, budget preparation, traffic, research, sales systems and procedures, and overall sales team dynamics and management. Consistently exceptional audit and revenue reports.

Intelligently directed and coordinated strategic sales efforts for a UPN affiliate in #3 market; provided leadership to 18 rep offices with over 40 VP’s, Mgr’s, AE’s and research analysts reporting. Skillfully revitalized historically declining rep morale. Instituted streamline processes improving communication and ensuring prompt & accurate information dissemination. Developed relationships with media buyers, planners & clients; focused on garnering increased shares or gaining representation on broadcast plans. Created and delivered presentations with enthusiasm and effectiveness. Instrumental role in pricing and packaging, sensibly utilizing inventory. Responsible for $24m national budget and $6.8m local budget; recognized substantial increases in core accounts and achieved revenue share expectations in spite of numerous market challenges.

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National sales rep in #1 media market. Served on firm’s large market 14 station team, included 2 top 10 (Chicago & Dallas), all affiliates & a true independent. Rocketed from ‘rookie’ to ‘high biller’; representing 19% of an 8 member team’s revenue. Recognized with no less than 4 times for exceptional performance in the sale of targeted packages or surpassing budgetary goals. Called on most of NY’s high profile, premium agencies, significant contact and/or negotiations with media supervisors & senior broadcast buyers.

Exceeded all sales objectives! Utilized exceptional organizational talent & client service techniques to enable significant billing increases in core accounts. Created majority of accounts from aggressive ‘new business’ generation tactics.

Successfully cultivated ‘new business’ accounts for 24-hour cable news station. Assertive entrepreneurial spirit & regimented self-discipline bred ability to close over $90k in contracts in under 3 months.

Envisioned, planned and launched a resume & job search consulting business. Managed over 200 accounts generated from strategic new market research & penetration. Controlled all financial, administrative & operational functions; structured tracking systems to monitor trends. Negotiated contracts, developed proposals and created advertising designs.

Washington, Dc, Us

Multiple assignments both domestic and abroad, initially trained at the Defense Language Institute, in Monterrey, CA as an Arabic translator. Served the majority of time in the Intelligence Community, specializing in S.E. Asian affairs attached to an Electronic Warfare Squadron. Completed enlistment working as Recruiter on Long Island, NY. Recognized multiple times for outstanding performance and achievements.

Scholar

Ba, Political Science

Diploma, General Studies