Goal oriented professional with unique background in retail and consumer goods - specializing in the pet products arena. Experience spans 15+ years with proven achievements and strong work ethic and team leadership qualities. Team player with effective communication skills and willingness to share ideas, information, credit, and resources. Technologically savvy individual that stays on top of current software applications and training for cost effective performance, speed and accuracy in presenting ideas and strategies.Sales: Natural-born seller gifted at quickly developing and utilizing expertise in current and new products. Outstanding interpersonal interaction; establish rapport with clients from all specialties and backgrounds, building credibility and trust. Provide ongoing customer service and post-sale follow-up, translating new business into long term, loyal professional relationships. Professional Leadership: Coordinate diverse personnel to efficiently execute even the most complex projects. Proficient in developing staff to more advanced positions within companies. Strategically plan operations from start to finish. Skilled decision maker, able to anticipate potential conflicts and bring to prompt, mutually beneficial resolution. Remain focused on maximizing revenue while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.