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Lafayette, Indiana, United States

Lafayette, Indiana Area

Sign Art Etc. is a graphics and sign company providing the best in customized banners, step and repeats and creative sign options. Sign Art Etc. is located in Lafayette Indiana, but we ship products all over the US. Sales ManagerProven record of success pioneering B2B strategies as inaugural employee in the sales department, resulting in an overall sales growth of 37%.Excellent track record of establishing relationships, including 65 new customers through networking and prospecting sales tactics.Successfully developed and manages the specialty products division, overseeing all related production and operations.Partners with company leadership, including strategy for the website relaunch, focusing on optimization of the customer experience.Creates and implements best practices for marketing and sales processes, inclusive of customer service training and development.Prepares and presents at seasonal board meetings, sharing and collaborating on trends and best practices.

Lafayette, Indiana Area

Owner and OperatorDirected, operated and maintained as owner and operator of a $4M retail business with a primary focus on licensed collegiate product and custom designed products. Established a successful $1M ecommerce business, which represented 25% of total company sales.Managed a staff of 15-fulltime and 25-part-time employees. Cultivated strategic partnerships with national suppliers, such as Nike, Champion and Columbia. Gained buy-in and structured relationships with organizations, such as Purdue University and Kroger, as well as many local and regional businesses.Coordinated and oversaw execution of omnichannel marketing strategies. Spearheaded partnership with the Purdue Alumni Association on co-branded marketing and promotions. Organized and managed the internal sales team, driving the custom arm of the business.Served as the President and CEO of University Spirit Buying Group, growing the association from 5 to 40-stores. Launched and directed group purchasing from inception to multimillion-dollar operations. Facilitated seasonal board meetings, sharing and collaborating on trends and best practices.Demonstrated a consistent record as owner and manager of several successful businesses in the Lafayette, Indiana area, including Goldden Corporation/University Spirit, MVP Sports, Teezer's T-Shirt Company, Advanced Distribution, Suntan Factory, licensee of the Balfour Company, the Excel Group, along with Sneaky Pete's Liquor Store.

Lafayette, Indiana Area

Our main lines of business include: Bolts & Nuts, Electric Cable, Wire & Conduit, Welding & Cutting Equipment.Sales RepresentativeDrove growth, gaining 200-customers through cold calling, prospecting and direct sales methods for a Fortune 500 company based in Cleveland, Ohio.Strategized exceeding sales and new customer thresholds, resulting in the Rookie of the Year Award, along with becoming a member of the Diamond Ring club.Instructed and trained, onboarded and developed incoming sales representatives.