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HSM is an innovative supplier of seats and other components to manufacturers of transportation vehicles. We work closely with OEMs to meet their needs for US-made, high-quality, sustainable products, that are smartly designed and competitively priced. We add value through lean manufacturing and JIT logistics. Take a seat with us and let's discover what HSM can do for you.In my role, I work closely with our customers and operations teams to identify new ways to use our products and capabilities to meet the needs of the customer. Reach out to me with your ideas, no matter how different or challenging. The solution may be just a call away.

Tulsa, Oklahoma, Us

VP of Business Development and MarketingActively form key relationships with new clients to improve customer experience and generate additional business for our clients. Streamline omnichannel communication and continuously improve client programs.

Salisbury, North Carolina, Us

VP of Business Development (for Global e-Connect, a subsidiary of GCS)Also serve as the executive for Global e-Connect, a subsidiary of GCS used for affiliating with partners to strengthen client relationships and generate new revenue opportunities. Forge trust and key relationships with potential clients and partners by conducting an initial vetting and handling referrals. Ensure that client needs are met and conveyed to the appropriate parties via performing as account manager for both government prime and private sector clients in addition to conducting follow-ups with all parties involved.Key Accomplishments:• Expanded affiliate relations across Europe, Africa, Central America, and the Pacific Rim by heading negotiations with local market sources.• Slashed daily sales times and increased pipeline reporting/accuracy through utilizing HubSpot to set up a thorough process establishing partner centers and tracking referrals.• Garnered a 25% increase in lead success rates by improving the company partner selection process.• Successfully produced $1M in passive income via consistently generating new clients.• Promoted new business opportunities by creating strategic lead generation procedures to guide potential clients to Global Contact Services.

Woodstock, Illinois, Us

Marketing Manager Drove day-to-day marketing/advertising operations through overseeing the entirety of new product launches, maintaining three company websites, and coordinating annual distributor meetings. Facilitated distributor relationships by upholding regular communication. Identified new applications for products/services through working in conjunction with internal engineers. Promoted high-quality digital interface for customer support by closely collaborating with IT and web designers.Key Accomplishments:• Met growth projections while minimizing infighting within distribution channels through implementing a go to market strategy with mill direct accounts, mill distributor-owned accounts, and multiple independent national/regional distributors.• Successfully retained and regained 94% of market by conceptualizing, creating, and integrating a defensive strategy for distributors and direct key accounts against overseas competitors.

Tulsa, Oklahoma, Us

Market positioning and promotion. Brought former individual sales and marketing groups under one unit and process.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Political Science And Economics