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Little Rock, AR, US

United States

• Develop and execute strategic sales initiatives to drive revenue and international market expansion.
• Oversee all business operations, ensuring efficient processes and high performance.
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire sales and operational teams to achieve targets.
• Analyze market trends and business performance to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.

Little Rock, Arkansas Area

• Led marketing and new sales initiatives, ensuring alignment with overall business strategy.
• Secured and managed third-party inbound marketing service provider, optimizing lead generation.
• Directed social media and e-marketing campaigns, increasing brand visibility and engagement.
• Collaborated with principals to identify target markets and implement strategies for business growth.
• Managed sales cycle from prospecting to project integration for strategic accounts, driving revenue.

Little Rock, Arkansas Area

• Managed sales and operations for three special publications, exceeding quota on two by 125%.
• Built and maintained strong client relationships with publication owners, acting as their single point of contact.
• Oversaw all aspects of publication production, from proofreading to final approval.
• Led quota sales efforts, ensuring each publication met its revenue targets.
• Streamlined processes to optimize efficiency and improve overall publication quality.

Little Rock, Arkansas Area

Mentored by Senior Pastor for fulfilling Senior Pastor duties. Communicate clearly as evidence by leading community group including bi-weekly teaching as well as weekly men's bible study group. Preached in pastors absence. Served as Assistant Secretary on finance committee. Conduct feasibility studies of perceived church commodity or service work. Review.

Little Rock, Arkansas Area

• Managed $300 million M&E budget for international capital contracts and manufacturing operations for a Fortune 500 company.
• Administered contracts for production equipment, tooling, and services, ensuring optimal procure-ment and vendor performance.
• Conducted comprehensive evaluations of potential commodity and service groups, wrote solicitation documents, and negotiated favorable contract terms.
• Provided coaching and training to manufacturing engineers on purchasing best practices and ongoing technical and legal guidance.
• Tracked cost savings and performance metrics using MS Office software, driving efficiency and financial benefit.

Searcy, AR

• Acquired new accounts across North America and Mexico, generating $6.6M in sales over two yearperiod.
• Managed and mentored a team of over five direct and indirect reports.
• Defined KPIs to meet client requirements and successfully navigated all phases of the sales cycle.
• Provided project management for 20% of projects, ensuring smooth execution and client satisfaction.
• Solidified preferred supplier status for European and American equipment OEMs, doubling US top-line revenue to $9.6M annually and consistently surpassing quotas every fiscal quarter.

Little Rock, AR, Montgomery, Alabama & Atlanta, GA

• Promoted to manage contractual lease product line, reporting to VP of National Sales in a “hunter” sales role.
• Designed and executed presales marketing strategies, initiated contacts, developed solutions, led negotiations, and closed deals.
• Coordinated all technical sales functions, ensuring seamless integration and customer satisfaction.
• Engaged with C-level, VP, and director stakeholders to open and cultivate new revenue streams, exceeding an annual quota of $1+M.
• Consistently recognized for performance, awarded Quota Buster 2 out of 3 years and BDM of the Year for North America in 2003, adding $2+ million in new sales.

• Conceptualized and launched a staff development startup for educators in early childhood, primary, and secondary education sectors.
• Delivered continuing education programs to ensure compliance with certification policies, leading to a lucrative contract with the Dept. of Human Services.
• Managed multiple independent contractors and successfully sold the business.

Master Of Divinity (Mdiv), Theology

B.A., Philosophy (Pre-Law)

Activities and Societies: Alpha Chi, Honors College

Diploma, High School/Secondary Diplomas And Certificates