Jeff Ford Email & Phone Number

Orange County, California, United States

Orange County, California, United States

Meeting planning is overwhelming, with a lot at stake. So, I become an extension of your planning team, which ensures you an amazing meeting that attendees rave about, and saves you time and money.I partner with you to find the ideal location for a meeting, event, or conference, as a one-stop source to handle all your meeting needs, negotiate the best hotel contract terms, and free up your time. I have a passion to help you create engaging and life-changing experiences for all the attendees of your meetings and events. Always behind the scenes, I want you to be the hero!

Orange County, California, United States

Built business from zero customers to 200 customers, with a fleet of trucks and five staff members. Always received 5-star Yelp reviews. The mission was to deliver pool, landscaping, and garden services that enhance beauty, and provide sustainable solutions that save you money. Sold the company in 2021.

Responsible for the field sales activities, training, communication, objective setting, and performance rewards of the four regional offices, as well as training national retail sales staff at 400+ independently-owned Suzuki dealerships

Reported to the Marketing and Product Planning Corporate Manager, managed all product launches, and integrated activities of the 30-member launch team, including product planning, volume, marketing, training, communication, press, and dealer events.

Reported to the head of Product Management, selected to lead 4-member team developing a long-term product strategy for North America, and recommend new products based on societal and market trends through 2010. Worked initially in Product Management to plan pricing, positioning, and marketing for the launch of the all-new 1996 W210 E-Class.

Reported to Marketing Planning, evaluated demographics, product clinics, and customer research results. Helped write the 1995 LS 400 Study Team Launch plan for senior Japanese and American management.

Evaluated Lexus dealer candidate’s financial statements, management structure, facility and location proposal, and customer satisfaction results. Selected original 70 Lexus retail dealer network, achieved 100% profitability in the first year, with the average Lexus dealer netting over $100,000 a month. Developed Lexus Dealer Selection and Agreement Guide

Managed new vehicle sales and vehicle allocation in 3 different districts (KY, OH, MI), each with 12 dealers.