Gerald Gray Email & Phone Number

Tyler, Tx, Us

Tyler, Texas, United States

I helped create a new division of CMC Neptune called The Neptune Network (TNN) - 'The biggest media network you've never heard of' - reaching over 180 million people per year at our network of venues and live events.

Austin, Texas, United States

As a Venture Associate at Newchip, I played a crucial role in the interview process for our potential cohort members. I typically would spend 3-4 hours with the founders of these startups to understand how their business operates, evaluate the competition landscape and focus on their strengths while pointing out potential flaws and shortcomings of their business. If the startup was a good fit for our upcoming cohort, I would then proceed to work with the founders on the admissions, checkout and onboarding process to get started.Working closely with Operational Leadership, I collaborated with a team of 7-10 professionals to drive efficiency through experience, process, and technology, elevating the program for startups globally.My responsibilities encompassed managing a portfolio of startups within each cohort, ensuring their readiness for success within the program and with our investor network. I fostered strong relationships with venture, angel, and corporate investors and partners, reaching out through various channels to qualify potential investors and generate valuable partnerships. Guiding startups towards successful funding and eventual exits, I facilitated valuable returns for our investors and investor network partners.Being part of Newchip's dynamic accelerator, I gained invaluable exposure to thousands of startups, leveraging my in-depth understanding of each portfolio to present them persuasively to investors and corporate partners. Continuously seeking growth and improvement, I actively embraced feedback and coaching from management and the team, constantly striving to reach my full potential as a Venture Associate. My meticulous tracking of progress and transparent status reports ensured effective engagement and relationships between investors and startups. Throughout my tenure, I took immense pride in contributing to Newchip's success, playing a pivotal role in driving startups towards transformative outcomes.

Austin, Texas, United States

Austin, Texas, United States

As a Venture Analyst at Newchip, I thrived on the exhilarating journey of developing and building a robust pipeline of startup deal flow in the Pre-Seed thru Series A stages for our programs. My role was centered around actively reaching out to, interviewing, and vetting startups for the admissions team, employing my superb interpersonal skills and charisma to establish meaningful connections.In this dynamic position, I executed strategies that effectively engaged with startups seeking funding and scaling opportunities. My primary objective was to communicate the unparalleled value of Newchip's programs, investor network, and other offerings.To excel in this role, I embraced the chaotic yet rewarding startup environment, thriving on hyper-organization, resourcefulness, and genuine enjoyment of teamwork. Prioritizing needs between executives and departments, seeking guidance from teammates, and proactively overcoming roadblocks became second nature. While there, I excelled in business development, sales and provided my team with new processes to exceed expectations as a department. Drawing on my excellent written and verbal communication skills, I effectively promoted our programs and company values, constantly improving through feedback and coaching from management and the team. As an integral part of the Newchip family, I fostered and helped build company culture while also exceeding quotas month to month. Being a part of this revolutionary space, working with thousands of startups worldwide, allowed me to realize my dream of making a meaningful impact and contributing founders, executives and startups across diverse industries.

Austin, Texas, United States

As a general manager for Jos. A. Bank, I demonstrated history of achieving year-over-year results in sales and profits while simultaneously improving customer and employee satisfaction. Successfully led through times of accelerated business expansion, diversification, and Covid-19 obstacles. Proven track record of attracting and developing high performing leaders.

Austin, Texas, United States

As an Assistant Store Manager at Men's Wearhouse, I took immense pride in my ability to drive operational excellence, inspire top-notch sales performance, and foster an inclusive and motivated work environment. With a relentless focus on customer satisfaction, I ensured that the store team was equipped with impeccable sales techniques and exceptional customer service skills, consistently exceeding customer expectations and achieving outstanding Net Promoter Scores Year-over-Year.Embracing corporate directives, I implemented innovative store programs to enhance efficiency, reinforce branding, and elevate the overall customer experience. My hands-on leadership style extended to meticulous store scheduling and staffing, ensuring optimal coverage and seamless operations. I honed my organizational skills and built the foundation for my communication abilities, empowering high-performing store teams to reach their full potential. With a passion for continuous learning, I fostered a culture of growth and development, nurturing a team that thrived on success. My commitment to Men's Wearhouse values earned me a reputation as an exemplary Assistant Store Manager, leaving a lasting impact on the store's success and esteemed reputation within the Austin area.

Austin, Texas Area

As a Wardrobe Consultant at Men's Wearhouse, my passion for helping customers 'love how they look' was at the heart of my exceptional sales prowess and world-class customer service. Guided by our benchmark selling behaviors, I delivered personalized, one-of-a-kind retail shopping experiences tailored to each customer's unique lifestyle. In a team selling environment, I honed my skills to consistently demonstrate these selling techniques, fostering an engaging and satisfying shopping journey for our esteemed clientele.My dedication to enhancing the customer's shopping experience extended beyond guiding them through our extensive product offerings; I also provided expert recommendations for required alterations, effectively communicating with tailors to ensure each garment fit perfectly.I thrived in this dynamic sales position, always striving to maximize personal sales and build a solid and loyal customer base. With a positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and professional appearance, I cultivated an extraordinary shopping environment, reflecting the guiding principles of our extraordinary culture built on teamwork, growth, and respect at Men's Wearhouse.

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