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Chicago, IL

• Conducted market analyses and evaluated industry trends to tailor sales and account management plans, strategically unlocking investments and driving key performance metrics throughout tenure.
• Engaged directly with clientele to close high-stakes deals, carefully identifying needs and devising solutions that supported the achievement of branding goals through innovative Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) products.
• Leveraged advanced sales acumen and relationship building skills to win deals with Fortune 500 companies.
• Conducted strategic negotiations with clients to reach profitable agreements on license use and distribution, working closely with legal and procurement teams for optimal regulatory compliance achievement.
• Collaborated cross-functionally with design teams and artists to ensure accurate execution of client vision, prioritizing customer satisfaction and transparent communication to attract repeat business.

Chicago, IL

• Rose progressively through the ranks at Hogsalt Hospitality, securing a director-level role as the Head of Private Events & Catering for the entire Hogsalt Hospitality Group after substantially boosting sales while.
• Bolstered sales at the Gilt Bar after taking ownership of the restaurant’s sales program, consequently achieving a promotion to lead private events operations for Hogsalt Hospitality.
• Served as key holder manager at the 2017 Bib Gourmand-awarded Gilt Bar, training staff members on all aspects of the establishment and overseeing day-to-day operations of all front-of-house aspects.
• Drove explosive sales growth for Hogsalt Hospitality, developing and implementing a modernized sales program from the ground up to boost year-over-year (YOY) sales by more than 77%.
• Utilized turnaround strategies that renovated a struggling sales system, facilitating immense growth.
• Standardized sales best practices and authored a digital reference and training manual for employees.

Chicago, IL | Santa Monica, CA

• Recruited by Darden Restaurants to participate as a key member of the Chicago opening of Eddie V’s restaurant, contributing to change initiatives to position new restaurant launch for success.
• Strategized and developed the cocktail and wine list to drive sales growth, carefully selecting items that facilitated cross-selling and up-selling opportunities for bartenders and servers.
• Utilized advanced understanding of restaurant operations and customer service to coach new hires on standard operating procedures, customer communications, up-selling, and brand identity.
• Executed key operational duties to ensure a high-quality customer experience, including serving, bartending, and leading team members while resolving any customer conflicts in a timely and efficient manner.

West Hollywood, CA | Orlando, FL

• Delivered expert financial insights for a wide range of clientele—spanning from small business owners to high-net worth individuals—to advise on investment strategies and asset management practices.
• Applied active listening skills to quickly identify client needs and provide tailored solutions that supported achievement of financial management and growth goals.
• Designed and implemented innovative marketing initiatives to attract new clientele and build an extensive pipeline of individuals seeking financial services.
• Achieved Executive Council status consecutively between 2008 and 2012 for recognition of collective sales and commission numbers, cultivating 100 new clients in one fiscal year (FY), in addition to qualifying for the.

Winter Park, FL

• Oversaw the launch and management of the internet wine brokering division, strategically managing distributor correspondence, staff development, and accounts payable (AP) and receivable (AR).
• Diligently updated and maintained the member database and inventory, facilitating member relations to over 350 subscribers to continuously drive customer engagement and bolster sales growth.
• Leveraged strong interpersonal communication skills and marketing acumen to increase brand awareness via engaging customer relations, successfully building an extensive network of clientele.